The Impact of Lockdowns on Legionella Positivity Rates in the UK

17th December 2021

As an industry we know that Legionella bacteria thrive in man-made water systems and can proliferate when we allow these man-made systems to become warm and stagnate. This has been evidenced by the national lockdowns that occurred as part of the COVID-19 response by the UK government.

The LCA has recently published information on The Impact of Lockdowns on Legionella Positivity Rates in the UK.

Click here to view the LCA July 2021 Webinar - Legionella Dangers Emerging from Lockdown.

Click here to view the LCA Guidance for Members on Reopening Buildings.