ETI Legionnaires' Thermometer Kit

ETI Legionnaires' Testing Thermometer Kit

Use the Legionnaires' Thermometer Kit from ETI to monitor and test the temperature of standing water and the surface of pipes and tanks that form part of a water system. The kit includes an immersion probe, ribbon surface probe, wire probe, and traceable certificate of calibration. A UKAS-certified version can be found here.

The immersion probe can be placed in the water to a minimum depth of 25mm. The ribbon surface probe may take the temperature of pipes and tanks, and the wire probe can reach awkward places or where other probes may not be appropriate.

Incorrect water temperature is a risk factor for legionella growth, allowing bacteria to multiply in water with temperatures between 20°C and 45°C. This is more likely to occur if a supply of nutrients is present, such as scale, rust, sludge, or algae. To control legionella bacteria, water should be stored below 20°C if it is cold, or above 60°C and distributed at 50°C if it is hot. Use this legionella testing kit to monitor the temperature of high-risk areas.

The revised Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) issued by the Government & Health and Safety Executive (HSE) significantly extends the scope of its guidance on controlling legionella bacteria in water. This means employers or those in charge of a premise are responsible for organising a risk assessment. This code applies to all hot and cold water systems in the workplace, regardless of their capacity. The lower limit of 300L was previously used to exclude domestic systems, but this no longer applies.

This code only applies to risks arising from work activities; it does not apply to domestic systems, which may represent risks. All employers who manage premises with hot/cold water systems and/or a wet cooling system have a legal responsibility to identify any contamination risk and prevent or control it. This legionella testing kit is perfect for doing so.

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