Legionella Responsible Person Onsite Training Course
1 Day Onsite Training – £POA
Price includes City & Guilds Certification
Legionella Responsible Person Training
1-Day Onsite Course – £POA
Price includes City & Guilds Certification
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Legionella Responsible Person Onsite Training Summary – HXT-W02
The Legionella Responsible Person Onsite Training Course provides comprehensive knowledge for effective legionella management, emphasizing the evaluation and implementation of water treatment options for hot and cold water systems. Designed to equip participants with essential skills for responsible oversight of legionella risks, this course ensures compliance and safety in water system management directly at your business premises.
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For those managing Cooling Towers or Evaporative Systems on-site, achieving your City & Guilds Accredited Certificate in Legionella Responsible Person: Hot & Cold Water Systems with Cooling Towers requires completing both our foundational HXT-W02 Legionella Responsible Person course FIRST, followed by the W03 Legionella Responsible Person with Cooling Towers top-up course. For Onsite delivery please contact us to arrange training for W02 & W03 together.
Legionella Responsible Person On-Site Training Course Overview
The Legionella Responsible Person On-Site Training Course provides participants with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively manage Legionella risks. It highlights the moral, legal, and financial consequences of inadequate Legionella control and aligns with HSE guidance, ACoP L8, and HSG 274. Delegates will gain practical insights and resources to ensure compliance and promote best practices in Legionella management.
Why Choose On-Site Training?
Our expert trainers deliver the course directly at your premises, allowing participants to train using familiar equipment. This approach minimizes travel costs and ensures that training is tailored to your facility’s specific requirements. The on-site course is priced for up to five delegates, with discounts available for additional participants.
Assessment and Certification
A final assessment ensures that delegates are fully prepared to meet their Legionella management responsibilities. Upon successful completion, participants receive a City & Guilds Accredited Programme Certificate. Additionally, our team provides ongoing support to help implement effective Legionella control practices.
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Course Information
- Legionella awareness refresher of knowledge
- Know the importance of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and relevant sections
- Understand importance of the COSHH regulations and relevant sections
- Know the reporting of legionnaires disease under RIDDOR
- Understand the Consultation with Employees Regulations 1996
- Know the Water Regulations in relation to legionella control
- Know the roles of the Legionella Responsible Person, Legionella Deputy Responsible Person and Legionella Duty Holder
- Understand what should be included in the Legionella Risk Assessment
- Know what makes a person competent and the importance of training
- Understand the primary aim of the Legionella Control Association
- When a Legionella Risk Assessment should be reviewed and why
- Know what is in a written in the control scheme and how to implement it
- Know the importance of water system design and commissioning
- Understand the importance of a good schematic diagram
- Know how to interpret microbial sample results
- Know the importance of record keeping
- Develop or reinforce knowledge of HSE ACOP L8 and HSG274 part 2
- The role and duties of the Responsible Person and Duty Holder
- Compliance with the “L8 Fourth edition” code of practice and HSG 274 Technical Guidance
- More effective management of the risk associated with legionella bacteria
- Reduced risk of associated moral, legal and financial implications associated with prosecution for poor legionella control
At the end of the legionella training, each delegate undertakes a multiple choice assessment consisting of 20 questions. 15 correct answers achieves a pass grade (75%).
For the online legionella training, the assessment will be completed via a PC, mobile phone or tablet.
On successfully completing the Legionella Responsible Person Training, you will receive a City and Guilds Accredited Programme Certificate.
This will need to be renewed every 2 years.
Why is Legionella Responsible Person Training Essential?
The Legionella Responsible Person is critical in safeguarding public health by minimizing the risk of Legionella bacteria in water systems. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has identified inadequate training as a significant factor in Legionella outbreaks, underscoring the importance of equipping responsible persons with the necessary knowledge and skills.
To remain compliant with ACoP L8 and other regulatory guidelines, individuals designated as responsible persons must complete a Legionella Responsible Person Course. This training ensures they can effectively manage Legionella risks, implement control measures, and maintain safe water systems.
By completing Legionella Responsible Person Training, you will enhance the safety of your premises and protect the health and well-being of all occupants, reducing the likelihood of a Legionella outbreak.
Who is Legionella Responsible Person Training suitable for?
The Legionella Responsible Person Course is designed for individuals responsible for managing legionella bacteria in hot and cold water systems that may pose a risk. This course is ideal for staff appointed as a ‘Legionella Responsible Person,’ ‘Deputy Responsible Person,’ or ‘Duty Holder’; engineers and managers involved in Legionella risk management; and health and safety professionals conducting Legionella Risk Assessments.
While previous legionella training isn’t mandatory, having some background knowledge can be advantageous. For those interested in foundational learning, we recommend our Legionella Awareness Course. HX Training provides this course online, offering convenience, cost savings, and flexibility.
