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If you’re responsible for Legionella compliance and water safety, this is your go-to resource.
Our expert insights, sector-specific guides, and compliance updates will help you understand, prevent, and manage Legionella risks in every type of building.

Whether you manage a care home, a student accommodation, or an industrial site — you’ll find practical guidance here to keep your systems safe and compliant with HSG274 and ACoP L8.
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February 17, 2026
Legionella Risk Assessment in Laboratory Environments: A Practical Guide
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By James Campbell January 22, 2026
Understand how building complexity affects Legionella risk management in residential blocks and why proactive, system-led assessments are essential for compliance.
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By James Campbell June 3, 2025
Explore how seasonal occupancy, dense water systems, and mixed building stock influence Legionella risk management in student accommodation.
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By James Campbell June 3, 2025
Legionella Risk Assessment in Sports & Leisure Facilities: A Professional Guide
By James Campbell June 2, 2025
Guide for UK Warehouses or HSG274 and ACoP L8 Compliance
By James Campbell June 2, 2025
Guide for UK GPs and Private Health Clinics or HSG274 and ACoP L8 Compliance
By James Campbell June 2, 2025
Guide for UK Dental Practices or HSG274 and ACoP L8 Compliance
By James Campbell June 2, 2025
Guide for UK Care and Nursing Homes or HSG274 and ACoP L8 Compliance
By James Campbell June 2, 2025
Guide for Manufacturing Sites Ensuring Compliance with HSG274 and ACoP L8
By James Campbell May 30, 2025
Guide for Animal Welfare Sites Ensuring Compliance and Safety
By James Campbell May 29, 2025
Guide for Commercial Residential  Properties in the UK
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By James Campbell May 29, 2025
Ensuring Compliance and Resident Safety
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By James Campbell May 29, 2025
Guide for UK Hotels
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By James Campbell May 29, 2025
Guide for UK Higher Educational Sites  Colleges and Universities
By James Campbell May 29, 2025
A Comprehensive Guide for  Primary and Secondary Schools
By James Campbell May 28, 2025
A Comprehensive Guide for Property Managers
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By James Campbell May 21, 2025
A case study of Legionella Watch using MultiTech Gateways for the LoRa network. The case study looks at how an bank had issues with Legionella corrected by adopting Legionella Watch!

Why Read Our Blog?

Each article is written by our LCA-accredited consultants and technical experts who live and breathe Legionella compliance.


You’ll find:

  • Sector-specific compliance guidance
  • Practical checklists for duty holders
  • HSE and ACoP L8 updates in plain English
  • Real-world insights from our client case studies


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