COSHH and legionella training

About this course

Legionella

• Identify what is Legionella and why is it harmful.
• Understand the origins of Legionella and the factors which allow it to grow in man-made water systems.
• Identify the main conditions that exist for Legionella infection and how to control these risks.
• Understand how to carry out Legionella control regimes and keep required records. 
• Understand and be aware of the legal requirements, approved codes of practice and guidance.

COSHH

• Understand how substances should be managed on HCC premises and during HCC activities.
• Know where to find information about substances and how to use it.
• Decide which substances require a COSHH assessment.
• Carry out a COSHH assessment for a hazardous substance.

Please note this training is run by Hertfordshire County Council and has differing booking conditions from the Herts for Learning terms and conditions: bookings cancelled within four weeks of the course date will be charged at full price (unless a replacement is found) - bookings will be charged at full rate for non-attendees.

Learning outcomes

By attending the course, participants will:

• be able to implement a simple approach to managing risks from substances
• gain better awareness to the sources of health and safety information and support