Water hygiene across Kent
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 Kent include commuter-belt offices, coastal hotels and holiday lets, care homes, schools and a large private rented sector.
Towns we cover in Kent
| Town | Local council | Postcodes | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford | Ashford Borough Council | TN | hard |
| Canterbury | Canterbury City Council | CT | hard |
| Maidstone | Maidstone Borough Council | ME | hard |
| Medway | Medway Council | ME | hard |
| Tunbridge Wells | Tunbridge Wells Borough Council | TN | 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 Kent?
Yes. We cover every town in Kent, including Ashford, Canterbury, Maidstone, Medway, Tunbridge Wells, as well as rural areas and smaller towns.
Which councils enforce legionella rules in Kent?
Environmental health teams at Ashford Borough Council, Canterbury City Council, Maidstone Borough Council, Medway Council and Tunbridge Wells Borough Council cover offices, shops, hotels and leisure premises. HSE covers factories, warehouses, hospitals and schools.
Which postcode areas do you cover in Kent?
All of them, including the CT, ME, TN postcode areas.
Which laws apply to legionella in Kent?
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.