Water hygiene across Hampshire
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 Hampshire include commuter-belt offices, coastal hotels and holiday lets, care homes, schools and a large private rented sector.
Towns we cover in Hampshire
| Town | Local council | Postcodes | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth | Portsmouth City Council | PO | hard |
| Southampton | Southampton City Council | SO | hard |
| Basingstoke | Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council | RG | hard |
| Winchester | Winchester City Council | SO | 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 Hampshire?
Yes. We cover every town in Hampshire, including Portsmouth, Southampton, Basingstoke, Winchester, as well as rural areas and smaller towns.
Which councils enforce legionella rules in Hampshire?
Environmental health teams at Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council, Portsmouth City Council, Southampton City Council and Winchester City Council cover offices, shops, hotels and leisure premises. HSE covers factories, warehouses, hospitals and schools.
Which postcode areas do you cover in Hampshire?
All of them, including the PO, RG, SO postcode areas.
Which laws apply to legionella in Hampshire?
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.