Water Risk Assessment

The water risk assessment undertaken by WPPM is a comprehensive study of internal water systems and equipment that are susceptible in spreading the airborne bacteria, Legionella. These bacteria can result in Legionnaire's Disease—a form of pneumonia—that is potentially fatal if left untreated.

In co-operation with the Health and Safety Commission, WPPM is committed to undertaking any means necessary to prevent or contain a Legionellosis outbreak.

Our assessment accomplishes four objectives:

To identify and assess the risk of Legionellosis from the various water systems contained within the building. To create a detailed preventative action plan for any areas that appear to be at risk for bacteria exposure. To identify and train appropriate personnel to manage the preventative action plan. To detail the basic requirements for keeping accurate records of all actions.

On average, WPPM checks more than 15 systems during the risk assessment. A written report is then produced which details current system conditions and any preventative or treatment recommendations.

For more information, please review a recent Case Study.