Water hygiene across Berkshire
Much of the South East is supplied with hard, chalk-aquifer water, so scale management on outlets and hot water plant is a recurring part of a sound water hygiene programme.
Typical properties we work with in Berkshire include commuter-belt offices, coastal hotels and holiday lets, care homes, schools and a large private rented sector.
Towns we cover in Berkshire
| Town | Local council | Postcodes | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | Reading Borough Council | RG | hard |
| Bracknell | Bracknell Forest Council | RG | hard |
| Slough | Slough Borough Council | SL | hard |
Regulations
In England, legionella duties come from the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and COSHH 2002, with HSE's ACoP L8 and HSG274 setting the standard. Enforcement is by HSE or the local authority, depending on the premises.
Frequently asked questions
Do you carry out legionella risk assessments across Berkshire?
Yes. We cover every town in Berkshire, including Reading, Bracknell, Slough, as well as rural areas and smaller towns.
Which councils enforce legionella rules in Berkshire?
Environmental health teams at Bracknell Forest Council, Reading Borough Council and Slough Borough Council cover offices, shops, hotels and leisure premises. HSE covers factories, warehouses, hospitals and schools.
Which postcode areas do you cover in Berkshire?
All of them, including the RG, SL postcode areas.
Which laws apply to legionella in Berkshire?
In England, legionella duties come from the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and COSHH 2002, with HSE's ACoP L8 and HSG274 setting the standard. Enforcement is by HSE or the local authority, depending on the premises.