Legionella Risk Management Plans from JMB Environmental

Legionella bacteria including Legionella pneumophila are naturally present in the environment and are able to be found in all water bodies and soils.

Warm water systems, cooling towers and HVAC systems provide ideal conditions for Legionella bacteria to proliferate. If conditions are right they can reach significant numbers within water systems in the built environment.

Exposure to legionella is through the inhalation of contaminated water droplets. The operation of cooling towers and some outlets of warm water systems (showers, cleaners sinks etc.) generate aerosols and water droplets, which will distribute Legionella bacteria. As such they are classified as risk systems, and must be mitigated through the implementation of a risk management plan.

Individuals including residents at aged care facilities and hospital patients are more at risk than the average person.

To find out more simply contact JMB Environmental Consulting Pty.