Water hygiene across West 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 West Yorkshire include mills converted to apartments, universities, hospitals, ports and logistics.
Towns we cover in West Yorkshire
| Town | Local council | Postcodes | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford | Bradford Council | BD | soft |
| Leeds | Leeds City Council | LS | soft to moderately soft |
| Halifax | Calderdale Council | HX | soft |
| Huddersfield | Kirklees Council | HD | soft |
| Wakefield | Wakefield Council | WF | 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 West Yorkshire?
Yes. We cover every town in West Yorkshire, including Bradford, Leeds, Halifax, Huddersfield, Wakefield, as well as rural areas and smaller towns.
Which councils enforce legionella rules in West Yorkshire?
Environmental health teams at Bradford Council, Calderdale Council, Kirklees Council, Leeds City Council and Wakefield Council cover offices, shops, hotels and leisure premises. HSE covers factories, warehouses, hospitals and schools.
Which postcode areas do you cover in West Yorkshire?
All of them, including the BD, HD, HX, LS, WF postcode areas.
Which laws apply to legionella in West 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.