Legionella Training for Project Managers (E-learning)

This course is designed to help project managers understand the risks associated with legionella in water systems and their responsibilities in managing those risks during construction, refurbishment, and maintenance projects.

It provides practical guidance on how project decisions can impact water safety, and how to ensure compliance with relevant legislation while protecting building users and workers from exposure.

Course Details

Duration: Approximately 2–3 hours

Format: Fully online

Assessment: Multiple choice

Certification: Digital certificate upon completion

Certificate Validity: Typically 3 years

Who Should Attend

• Project Managers
• Construction Managers
• Site Managers
• Facilities and Asset Managers
• Duty Holders involved in project delivery
• Health and Safety professionals

Course Overview

The course focuses on the role of project managers in preventing legionella risks during project planning and execution. It highlights how design, installation, and commissioning decisions can influence water hygiene and safety.

Learners will understand how to identify potential risks, ensure appropriate control measures are in place, and coordinate effectively with stakeholders to maintain compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

What You Will Learn

• What legionella is and how it develops in water systems
• How legionella is transmitted and associated health risks
• Legal responsibilities relating to legionella management
• The role of project managers in controlling legionella risks
• How project design and installation affect water safety
• Key control measures for reducing legionella risk
• Best practices for managing water systems during projects

Key Topics Covered

• Introduction to legionella and water hygiene risks
• Relevant legislation and guidance
• Roles and responsibilities in project environments
• Risk assessment and control strategies
• Safe design, installation, and commissioning of systems
• Monitoring and maintaining water system safety

Benefits of the Course

• Improves awareness of legionella risks in project environments
• Supports compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Helps reduce risk during construction and refurbishment
• Enhances professional competence in water safety management

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• IOSH courses
• Construction & Engineering courses
• CITB courses
• CCNSG courses
• Confined Spaces courses
• Construction NVQ
• CDM courses
• Manual Handling courses
• Risk Assessment courses