Basic Legionella Management

Course overview

Practical, easy-to-follow training in Basic Legionella Management, helping learners understand key risks, responsibilities, controls and good practice relevant to the workplace.

Duration: 75 Minutes | Digital Certificate | CPD, IIRSM & Gatehouse Awards Approved

Manage Water Systems Safely and Stay Compliant Legionella is a potentially deadly bacteria found in water systems, and failing to manage it can put lives at risk and leave organisations open to serious legal consequences. This Basic Legionella Management Online Course is designed to equip employers, building owners, and maintenance staff with essential knowledge to identify, assess, and control Legionella risks in line with the Health and Safety at Work Act and the HSE’s L8 code of practice.

Learning Objectives By the end of this course, learners will: Understand what Legionnaires’ Disease is and how it's contracted Learn about the environmental conditions that allow Legionella to thrive Identify key risk areas in workplaces and public buildings Understand the relevant legislation and responsibilities Know how to implement an effective Legionella control programme Learn about water system monitoring, testing, and record keeping Recognise risks related to cooling systems and how to manage them

Course Modules

Who Should Take This Course? This course is ideal for:

• Facilities Managers
• Building Supervisors
• Maintenance Staff
• Duty Holders
• Landlords and Letting Agents
• Health & Safety Officers
• Anyone responsible for workplace water systems

Key Benefits

• Fully online and flexible—study at your own pace
• Legally compliant with the HSE L8 guidance
• Approved by CPD, IIRSM & Gatehouse Awards
• Prevents legal issues and protects lives
• Equips teams with the knowledge to manage risks independently or with contractors

Technical Requirements

• Browser: Latest version (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari)
• Memory: 1GB+ RAM
• Internet Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
• Video Drivers: Up to date

Further Progression To build on your compliance and safety knowledge, we recommend:

• Asbestos Awareness
• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
• Health & Safety in the Workplace
• Leadership Skills for managers overseeing facilities or compliance teams

Start Your Legionella Compliance Training Today Don't wait until there's a problem. Get ahead of your responsibilities. Enrol today or contact our team for group access and business packages.

UK guidance and good-practice context

Dutyholders must identify and assess legionella risk, manage and control it, and maintain appropriate records.

Important: This course supports knowledge and awareness. It does not replace site-specific risk assessments, employer procedures, competent supervision or role-specific practical training where these are required.