Water hygiene across Merseyside
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 Merseyside include city-centre apartment blocks, offices, student housing, hotels, care homes and older terraced housing.
Towns we cover in Merseyside
| Town | Local council | Postcodes | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | Liverpool City Council | L | generally soft |
| Birkenhead | Wirral Council | CH | generally soft |
| Southport | Sefton Council | PR | generally soft |
| St Helens | St Helens Borough Council | WA | 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 Merseyside?
Yes. We cover every town in Merseyside, including Liverpool, Birkenhead, Southport, St Helens, as well as rural areas and smaller towns.
Which councils enforce legionella rules in Merseyside?
Environmental health teams at Liverpool City Council, Sefton Council, St Helens Borough Council and Wirral Council cover offices, shops, hotels and leisure premises. HSE covers factories, warehouses, hospitals and schools.
Which postcode areas do you cover in Merseyside?
All of them, including the CH, L, PR, WA postcode areas.
Which laws apply to legionella in Merseyside?
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.