Symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease to look out for
See the symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease and know what to look for. Stay educated and protect your organisation and its people.
BUSINESSES WARNED OF LEGIONNAIRES’ DISEASE IN WATER SUPPLY WHEN REOPENING AFTER LOCKDOWN. 22.03.21
"Businesses warned of Legionnaires' disease in the water supply when offices re open after lengthy lockdown closure. Companies should take steps to mitigate risk prior to reopening by flushing through stare systems and tanks, says environmental health body" .....this is a message we are keen to get across to as many businesses as possible prior [...]
COVID-19 UPDATE 12.06.20
As we begin to resume full services we expect an increased volume in demand for our disinfection services of water systems, as such we may be unable to meet the desired dates that you may require. We understand many companies and schools are re-opening buildings that have been closed for a period of time due [...]
COVID-19 SURFACE DISINFECTION
As we are all aware Covid-19 is highly contagious, has the ability to live on surfaces for 3 days. Only a complete disinfection of all surfaces will ensure that you can safely reoccupy your premise, work environment, school, building etc. Whether your premise is open or you are planning to reopen we fully understand that [...]
LEGIONNAIRES DISEASE IN THE NEWS
19th May 2020 Businesses told to flush out water supply before reopening to avoid potentially deadly Legionella bacteria. Public Health England (PHE) guidance says there should be "regular flushing" of the water system at the likes of dental practices, hairdressers, gyms and hotels, as well as office buildings, to stop bacterial growth. Read more here. [...]
PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND MONTHLY SURVEILLANCE REPORTS
Every month The Public Health England publish a Legionnaires' Disease monthly surveillance report. This includes analysis of pneumatic cases of Legionnaires Disease as part of the national surveillance scheme. The monthly results of this report are certainly of interest to the team at Aquatrust. Here you can see the report for yourself: January 2020 - [...]
WATER COOLERS & PRO STREAM TAP
Aquatrust are pleased to announce that we are now expanding into the hydration sector. Introducing mains fed water coolers and the Pro Stream Boiling and chilled Tap to our services. Mains Fed Water Coolers It is a well known fact that people today are drinking a lot more water, pursuing healthier lifestyles and have increasing [...]
ACCREDITATIONS & TRAINING
Legionella Control Association - 31st August 2018 The Legionella Control Association is the leading body for our industry. Though voluntary, membership is seen as the desired standard when appointing a water safety contractor and demonstrates that a firm is working to a prescribed code of conduct. Aquatrust is a full member. ISO 9001:2015 AWARDED BY [...]
AQUATRUST FUNDRAISING AND SOCIAL EVENTS
Darts Incentive - 7th November 2019 Thanks to everyone for their involvement and enthusiasm for out recent dart incentive. Big well Done to our Admin Team, Alison and Kirsty for earning the most darts! Hope you are all happy with your final scores! A new team incentive is on its way! Thanks again! Football Tournament [...]
LEGIONELLA RISK ASSESSMENT DOCUMENT
As a company who wants to do more to conserve and protect our natural resources we have been looking at alternative ways to supply our Legionella Risk Assessment document. Environmentally Friendly Our existing paper based document is a costly document to produce as it is presented in a printed ring binder, has a set of [...]
RPZ VALVES
Aquatrust Water & Ventilation Ltd offer a full range of services associated with RPZ (Reduced Pressure Zone) Valves including installation, testing, repairing, replacing and certification. What is an RPZ Valve? RPZ valves provide type BA backflow protection in line with Fluid Category 4. These devices must be checked regularly and at least annually to ensure [...]
LEGIONELLA CONTROL & TMVs
As part of a well maintained water system TMVs should be regularly tested and cleaned. HSG 274 Part 2 states: What are TMVs? TMVs are valves using temperature sensitive elements to blend hot and cold water to produce water at a temperature to safeguard against scalding. Blended water downstream of a TMV may provide an [...]