Managing Legionella in Spa Pools
SUMMARY
This course is aimed at dutyholders, which includes employers, those
in control of premises and those with health and safety responsibilities
for others, to help them comply with their legal duties. These include
identifying and assessing sources of risk, preparing a scheme to prevent
or control risk, implementing, managing and monitoring precautions,
keeping records of precautions and appointing a manager responsible for
others.
The course gives practical advice on the legal requirements of the
Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, the Control of Substances
Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 concerning the risk from exposure
to legionella and guidance on compliance with the relevant parts of the
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.
PRE-REQUESITES
You must be 18 years of age to enrol on this course.
COURSE DURATION
This is a one day course and takes place at your location.
COURSE CONTENT
Part 1 - ACoP L8
Identification and assessment of the riskCarrying out a risk assessmentManaging the risk: Management responsibilities, training and competenceImplementation of the control schemePreventing or controlling the risk from exposure to legionella bacteriaReview of control measures: Monitoring and routine inspectionRecord keepingResponsibilities of designers, manufacturers, importers, suppliers and installers
Part 2 - The Control of Legionella Bacteria in Spa Pools
Definition of a spa pool
Microbiological hazards
Dealing with accidents, incidents and emergencies
Operating spa pools
Storing water
Spa pool water purification
Information managers should provide for users
Treatment programmes
Maintaining water quality
The effect of pH on disinfectants
The effect of disinfectants on pH
Biofilms
Spa pool area hygiene
Monitoring for infectious agents
Microbiological tests
Closing a spa pool
Additional testing in outbreaks
Design and construction
The water treatment system
The balance tank
Circulation
Filtration
Heating
Chemical dosing and control systems
Booster jets
Air blower system
Spa pool water make up supply
Design bathing loads
Water replacement
Physical operation
Dehumidification
Whirlpool baths
Whirlpool baths in healthcare settings
Hiring and other commercial uses
Holiday Home and shared Spas and Hot tubs
‘Party Rental’ or ‘Entertainment Spas’