Water hygiene across South 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 South Yorkshire include mills converted to apartments, universities, hospitals, ports and logistics.
Towns we cover in South Yorkshire
| Town | Local council | Postcodes | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheffield | Sheffield City Council | S | soft |
| Barnsley | Barnsley Council | S | soft in the west, harder towards the east coast and Humber |
| Doncaster | City of Doncaster Council | DN | soft in the west, harder towards the east coast and Humber |
| Rotherham | Rotherham Council | S | 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 South Yorkshire?
Yes. We cover every town in South Yorkshire, including Sheffield, Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, as well as rural areas and smaller towns.
Which councils enforce legionella rules in South Yorkshire?
Environmental health teams at Barnsley Council, City of Doncaster Council, Rotherham Council and Sheffield City Council cover offices, shops, hotels and leisure premises. HSE covers factories, warehouses, hospitals and schools.
Which postcode areas do you cover in South Yorkshire?
All of them, including the DN, S postcode areas.
Which laws apply to legionella in South 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.