Stay Compliant with Legionella Risk Assessment Updates from Dantek
Already completed a Legionella risk assessment? It’s your legal duty to keep it valid and up-to-date to remain compliant with ACoP L8.
While there’s no fixed timescale for updates, six key triggers can help you decide when your Legionella risk assessment needs reviewing.
At Dantek Environmental, we support UK businesses in managing water hygiene and maintaining safe, compliant systems.
When to Update a Legionella Risk Assessment: 6 Key Triggers
Your Legionella risk assessment must be updated whenever it’s no longer current or valid – especially under ACoP L8 guidelines.
For low-risk properties, this could mean years without change. But if you’re managing a high-risk system, updates may be needed more frequently.
You’ll typically receive a recommended review timeframe when your initial risk assessment is completed. However, if any of the following six changes occur, your assessment must be updated immediately:
6 Triggers for a Legionella Risk Assessment Update
- The water system is modified or used differently
- The building’s use or occupancy changes
- New information emerges about Legionella risks or control measures
- Monitoring shows your current control measures are failing
- Key personnel change, such as the duty holder or responsible person
- An outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease is linked to your system
For expert help assessing whether your Legionella risk assessment is still compliant, speak to Dantek Environmental. We support businesses across the UK with professional Legionella management and compliance.
Need a bit of extra support?
If you feel like you need a bit more help to manage the legionella risk at your building, we also offer tailor-made monitoring and support contracts that suit both your budget and your needs.