bacteria prevention
is your water quality at risk?
legionella & other bacteria prevention
providing solutions with preventative measures.
Legionella thrives in warm water environments, making it a potential breeding ground for bacteria that cause Legionnaires’ disease. It’s crucial to implement effective prevention measures to safeguard health and ensure water safety.
At Plumbing & Pipeline Solutions, we specialise in legionella prevention, providing day-to-day support for various facilities including government buildings, childcare centres, hospitals, educational institutions, and aged care facilities. Our experienced team ensures that your water systems are safe and compliant with health regulations.
WHY CHOOSE PPS?
- Disease Prevention
- Supporting Facility Managers
- Serving All Industries
- Qualified Testers
- Accurate Reporting
Comprehensive Legionella Prevention Services
temperature control
We ensure that hot water is stored and distributed at temperatures above 60°C. This high temperature creates an environment that is too hot for bacteria to develop. However, we also acknowledge the risk of burns from water at this temperature. To address this, we install Thermostatic Mixing Valves to temper and control the water temperature down to a safe, comfortable level while maintaining bacteria prevention.
regular maintenance and flushing
Managing the water storage temperature is just one part of our approach. We also recommend regular flushing of the water system with very hot water (in excess of 70°C) to kill any bacteria present. This is incorporated into a regular maintenance schedule to ensure ongoing protection.
Common Areas of Concern
Legionella can thrive in various water systems, including:
- Showers and changing rooms
- Water tanks (including stored and rainwater tanks)
- Dead legs (redundant pipes)
- Cooling towers
- Spas and Jacuzzis
- Hot, cold, and warm water systems
- Water features
- Irrigation systems and hoses
- Water systems that have been out of use for extended periods
Identifying Legionella Risk
Legionella becomes a significant risk under the following conditions:
- Water temperatures between 20 – 50°C
- Water stagnation occurring in as little as 7-10 days
- Water in aerosol form, creating breathable droplets
- Favourable conditions such as poor water quality, growth of biofilm, or low turnover of the system (e.g., in vacant buildings)
Tailored Maintenance Routines
Plumbing & Pipeline Solutions offers comprehensive maintenance routines that include sampling of systems, programmed recorded flushing regimes, and full site surveys. These measures are designed to identify and mitigate the risks associated with legionella, ensuring the safety and compliance of your water systems.
For professional legionella prevention services in Adelaide, trust the experts at Plumbing & Pipeline Solutions. Contact us today to ensure your water systems are safe, compliant, and well-maintained.
