Water hygiene across Lancashire
Softer water in the North West means less scale, but it can be more aggressive towards older pipework, and biofilm control still depends on keeping temperatures right and water moving.
Typical properties we work with in Lancashire include city-centre apartment blocks, offices, student housing, hotels, care homes and older terraced housing.
Towns we cover in Lancashire
| Town | Local council | Postcodes | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston | Preston City Council | PR | generally soft |
| Blackburn | Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council | BB | generally soft |
| Blackpool | Blackpool Council | FY | generally soft |
| Burnley | Burnley Borough Council | BB | generally soft |
| Lancaster | Lancaster City Council | LA | generally 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 Lancashire?
Yes. We cover every town in Lancashire, including Preston, Blackburn, Blackpool, Burnley, Lancaster, as well as rural areas and smaller towns.
Which councils enforce legionella rules in Lancashire?
Environmental health teams at Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council, Blackpool Council, Burnley Borough Council, Lancaster City Council and Preston City Council cover offices, shops, hotels and leisure premises. HSE covers factories, warehouses, hospitals and schools.
Which postcode areas do you cover in Lancashire?
All of them, including the BB, FY, LA, PR postcode areas.
Which laws apply to legionella in Lancashire?
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.