Water hygiene across County Durham
Industrial estates and multi-let units in the North East often sit partly vacant between tenancies, and unused outlets in empty units are a common source of stagnation risk.
Typical properties we work with in County Durham include industrial estates, offices, universities, social housing and coastal properties.
Towns we cover in County Durham
| Town | Local council | Postcodes | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darlington | Darlington Borough Council | DL | soft to moderately soft |
| Durham | Durham County Council | DH | soft to moderately soft |
| Hartlepool | Hartlepool Borough Council | TS | soft to moderately soft |
| Stockton-on-Tees | Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council | TS | soft to moderately soft |
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 County Durham?
Yes. We cover every town in County Durham, including Darlington, Durham, Hartlepool, Stockton-on-Tees, as well as rural areas and smaller towns.
Which councils enforce legionella rules in County Durham?
Environmental health teams at Darlington Borough Council, Durham County Council, Hartlepool Borough Council and Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council cover offices, shops, hotels and leisure premises. HSE covers factories, warehouses, hospitals and schools.
Which postcode areas do you cover in County Durham?
All of them, including the DH, DL, TS postcode areas.
Which laws apply to legionella in County Durham?
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.