Legionella Responsible Person Virtual Training Course
1/2 Day Live Virtual Classroom – £230
Price includes City & Guilds Certification
Legionella Responsible Person Virtual Training
1/2 Day Live Virtual Classroom – £215
Price includes City & Guilds Certification
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Legionella Responsible Person Virtual Training Summary – HXT-W02
The Legionella Responsible Person Virtual Training Course offers in-depth knowledge on effective legionella management, focusing on evaluating and implementing water treatment options for hot and cold water systems. This course is designed to equip participants with the skills necessary for responsible oversight of legionella risks, ensuring compliance and safety in water system management.
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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.
Legionella Responsible Person Virtual Training Course Overview
The Legionella Responsible Person Virtual Training Course equips delegates with the essential knowledge and skills for effective legionella management. Candidates will gain an understanding of the moral, legal, and financial consequences associated with inadequate control of legionella bacteria. This course offers practical resources aligned with HSE guidance, ACoP L8, and HSG 274 to support compliance and best practices.
A final assessment ensures that delegates complete the course ready to fulfil their legionella management responsibilities. With ongoing support from our team, we are committed to helping participants successfully implement robust health and safety practices following their Legionella Duty Holder Training.
Our Legionella Responsible Person training is delivered virtually on our specialised live classroom platform. Led by expert trainers, this interactive course meets the same high standards as our City & Guilds Accredited Programme Classroom Course. Unlike pre-recorded content, this live format allows delegates to ask questions in real-time, providing immediate support and guidance. Virtual training also offers flexibility and cost savings, as delegates can attend from any location without the need to travel to a training centre.
All delegates who successfully complete this course will receive a City & Guilds Accredited Programme Certificate.
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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 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 do I need to take Legionella Responsible Person Training?
A Responsible Person for Legionella management is tasked with minimising the risk of legionella bacteria in water systems and maintaining a strong awareness of the potential dangers it poses.
According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), insufficient safety training is a significant factor in legionella outbreaks, emphasizing the need for thorough training to manage water systems safely.
Compliance with the approved code of practice requires completing an appropriate L8 Responsible Person Course, equipping individuals with the knowledge to proactively manage safety for their premises and its occupants.
Enrolling in Legionella Responsible Person Training provides proactive safety management for your premises and ensures the well-being of everyone involved.
Who is Legionella Responsible Person Training suitable for?
The Legionella Responsible Person Course is tailored for those overseeing the management of legionella bacteria in hot and cold water systems that could present a foreseeable risk. This training is ideal for staff members designated as a ‘Legionella Responsible Person,’ ‘Legionella Deputy Responsible Person,’ or ‘Legionella Duty Holder’; engineers and managers with responsibilities tied to legionella risk management; and health and safety professionals tasked with conducting Legionella Risk Assessments.
While no prior legionella training is necessary, prior knowledge may be advantageous. For those interested in foundational learning, we recommend our Legionella Awareness Course. HX Training offers this course online for convenience, cost efficiency, and flexibility.
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How Our Online Legionella Responsible Person Training Works
Our Online Legionella Responsible Person Training takes place in an intuitive and interactive Live Virtual Classroom. Accessible on tablets, laptops, or PCs, the platform allows for real-time engagement with expert trainers who guide delegates through every step of the training. Unlike many other online courses, this training is delivered live, allowing participants to ask questions and receive immediate answers from knowledgeable instructors.
Additionally, support is provided before and after the course, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience and ongoing guidance from our legionella specialists.
Benefits of Online Legionella Training
Online Legionella Responsible Person Training offers several key benefits:
- No travel costs: Save time and expenses by completing the course from any location.
- Expert-level training: Receive the same high-quality L8 Responsible Person training as in-person sessions.
- Cost-effective: Online delivery helps reduce overall training costs.
- Interactive support: Trainers are available to answer questions in real-time, ensuring you receive full support.
- City & Guilds certification: Gain an accredited certificate identical to that of classroom courses.
For those with limited time, our 3-hour online Legionella Course provides a convenient alternative to in-person sessions, led by experienced trainers and covering the same comprehensive content—all from the comfort of your home or office.
