Water hygiene across North Yorkshire
Converted mill buildings and large student blocks across Yorkshire often have complex, extended hot and cold distribution systems that are hard to keep at safe temperatures.
Typical properties we work with in North Yorkshire include mills converted to apartments, universities, hospitals, ports and logistics.
Towns we cover in North Yorkshire
| Town | Local council | Postcodes | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| York | City of York Council | YO | moderately hard |
| Harrogate | North Yorkshire Council | HG | soft in the west, harder towards the east coast and Humber |
| Middlesbrough | Middlesbrough Council | TS | soft to moderately soft |
| Scarborough | North Yorkshire Council | YO | soft in the west, harder towards the east coast and Humber |
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 North Yorkshire?
Yes. We cover every town in North Yorkshire, including York, Harrogate, Middlesbrough, Scarborough, as well as rural areas and smaller towns.
Which councils enforce legionella rules in North Yorkshire?
Environmental health teams at City of York Council, Middlesbrough Council and North Yorkshire Council cover offices, shops, hotels and leisure premises. HSE covers factories, warehouses, hospitals and schools.
Which postcode areas do you cover in North Yorkshire?
All of them, including the HG, TS, YO postcode areas.
Which laws apply to legionella in North Yorkshire?
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.