Legionella Risk Assessment, Consultancy, Training & Water Testing
Legionella Control International is a world leading Legionella risk assessment, training and water testing specialist providing expert independent and impartial water safety advice. Our services encompass the control, management and prevention of Legionnaires’ disease, Legionella bacteria, Pseudomonas and other waterborne pathogens that can contaminate man-made water systems to cause ill health.
Combining unparalleled hazard analysis and risk management experience, comprehensive capabilities and extensive research in our specialist areas of operation we collaborate with clients to help improve safety management processes and reduce organisational risk to create a safer working environment for all.
A trusted advisor to many of the worlds most respected organisations we are world-leading water safety and pathogen control specialists advising and supporting organisations throughout the United Kingdom and internationally.
World-Class Legionella Expertise
Our specialist advisers bring truly world-class expertise to our consulting services ensuring our clients receive the best possible advice. Our teams include health and safety specialists, microbiologists, occupational hygienists, chemical engineers and chemists, water treatment professionals and facilities management specialists… who we are
London, Manchester & Glasgow
From our UK offices in London, Manchester and Glasgow we operate across all regions of the United Kingdom, Europe and internationally, delivering expert water safety advice covering a comprehensive range of Legionella risk assessment, hazard analysis, environmental risk management, training, water testing and other pathogen control issues.
Expert Legionella Risk Assessment Capabilities
As one of the world’s leading water safety and Legionella risk assessment companies our services are delivered through teams of experts. We offer impartial advice across our specialist areas of expertise including the control of Legionnaires’ disease, Legionella assessments, the delivery of Authorising Engineer (water) services, in-field and laboratory water testing, compliance auditing, expert witness and litigation support, City & Guilds accredited Legionella training, water and environmental hygiene services and water system monitoring… what we do
Routine Check Sparks Legionella Alert at Kennedy Tower, Royal Edinburgh Hospital
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella, News /by Simon DoonerRoutine Check Sparks Legionella Alert at Kennedy Tower, Royal Edinburgh Hospital Edinburgh, September 2025 – A routine water quality inspection at Kennedy Tower, part of the Royal Edinburgh Hospital, Scotland, has uncovered Legionella bacteria in the building’s water systems. NHS Lothian has confirmed the findings and taken swift action. The largely unoccupied tower has been […]
What is Legionellosis?
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella /by Simon DoonerWhat is Legionellosis? Legionellosis is the collective name given to a group of illnesses caused by Legionella bacteria. These range from Pontiac fever, a short-lived flu-like condition, through to Legionnaires’ disease, a severe form of pneumonia that can be life-threatening if left untreated. The bacteria are most commonly spread through inhaling tiny water droplets or […]
How Does Legionella Spread?
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella /by Simon DoonerHow Does Legionella Spread to Increase the Risks from Legionnaires’ Disease? Legionnaires’ disease is a potentially serious lung infection caused by Legionella bacteria, contracted through the inhalation of fine water droplets or vapour containing the bacteria. While it naturally occurs in the environment, the danger arises when Legionella is allowed to grow and spread unchecked […]
British Tourist Contracts Legionnaires’ Disease in Crete – A Stark Reminder of Hidden Waterborne Risks
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella, News /by Simon DoonerBritish Tourist Contracts Legionnaires’ Disease in Crete – A Stark Reminder of Hidden Waterborne Risks With the summer holidays fast approaching we felt compelled to share this timely and sobering reminder of the very real risks posed by Legionella bacteria whilst on holiday… we’ve also included a really helpful guide from our team on what […]
Are Flexible Hoses a Legionella Risk?
/in Compliance, Guidance, Legionella /by Simon DoonerAre Flexible Hoses a Legionella Risk? Flexible hoses and tap connectors are commonly used in hot and cold-water systems across many types of buildings. They offer a quick, cost-effective solution for linking fixed pipework to taps, toilets, and other outlets, particularly in spaces where rigid piping would be more difficult to install. While their convenience […]