Legionella Prevention and Water Treatment Course

Course Description

This Legionella Prevention and Water Treatment 1 Day Course is for plumbers and operators that carry out work on the water supply system and for supervisors and managers who are responsible for management of water systems in properties under their control. There are two different versions of this course, one for plumbers and operators and one for supervisors and managers. Please contact us to check that this course is right for you.

Course Prerequisites

All delegates undertaking the operator’s course must hold an NVQ or equivalent in plumbing (or equivalent experience normally a minimum of 2 years) and a valid certificate in WRAS Water Regulations.

Learners undertaking the supervisors and managers course do not require any formal qualification however they should have a good understanding of water systems and current best practice legislation.

Completion of this course will increase your credibility and give you the competitive edge, as well as showing your customers that you are trained to the highest of standards.

How long is the course and what is included?

This course is 1 day in total. The cost of the course includes training, assessment, the certification fee and course material.

What does the course cover?

The course covers;

• – The background to Legionnaires Disease
• – What are Legionella Bacteria?
• – Where and how does it multiply?
• – How Legionella is spread and contracted
• – How to comply with the law
• – Duties, obligations and records
• – Assessing risk
• – Controlling and reducing risk
• – Methods of Treatment
• – Prevention and disinfection
• – Record keeping

Additionally, the plumber and operator version will cover practical information regarding disinfecting and cleaning a domestic sized water system using various methods such as chlorine, bleach and silver hydrogen peroxide.

 PLEASE NOTE: This course is not designed to cover large commercial water systems, water towers or cooling systems in any depth.

How will I learn and be assessed?

The course is a split into Training and Assessment elements – All learners must successfully complete a written multiple-choice assessment based on ACoP L8 and other relevant documents. Plumbers and operators must in addition complete a practical assessment involving cleaning and disinfection a domestic sized water system.

What do I need to bring to the course?

You will need to bring a form of ID (Passport or Driver’s Licence), and a passport style photo if not known to LOGIC Certification.

Any course material required will be provided by GTEC.

Who is the awarding organisation for this course?

LOGIC Certification Ltd.

You will receive your certificate of attendance approximately 4 to 6 weeks following successful completion of the course.

What can this qualification lead on to?

Once you have completed this essential course there are many other areas you may choose to expand your professional development, including:

• – Domestic Solar Thermal Installation 3 Day Course
• – WRAS Water Regulations
• – Hot Water Systems and Safety (Unvented)

To book your place, either choose one of the dates above, or give us a quick call on 01969 666111 to speak to our training department.