Water hygiene across Greater Manchester
Softer water in the North West means less scale, but it can be more aggressive towards older pipework, and biofilm control still depends on keeping temperatures right and water moving.
Typical properties we work with in Greater Manchester include city-centre apartment blocks, offices, student housing, hotels, care homes and older terraced housing.
Towns we cover in Greater Manchester
| Town | Local council | Postcodes | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | Manchester City Council | M | generally soft |
| Bolton | Bolton Council | BL | generally soft |
| Bury | Bury Council | BL | generally soft |
| Oldham | Oldham Council | OL | generally soft |
| Rochdale | Rochdale Borough Council | OL | generally soft |
| Salford | Salford City Council | M | generally soft |
| Stockport | Stockport Council | SK | generally soft |
| Wigan | Wigan Council | WN | generally soft |
Regulations
In England, legionella duties come from the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and COSHH 2002, with HSE's ACoP L8 and HSG274 setting the standard. Enforcement is by HSE or the local authority, depending on the premises.
Frequently asked questions
Do you carry out legionella risk assessments across Greater Manchester?
Yes. We cover every town in Greater Manchester, including Manchester, Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Wigan, as well as rural areas and smaller towns.
Which councils enforce legionella rules in Greater Manchester?
Environmental health teams at Bolton Council, Bury Council, Manchester City Council, Oldham Council, Rochdale Borough Council, Salford City Council, Stockport Council and Wigan Council cover offices, shops, hotels and leisure premises. HSE covers factories, warehouses, hospitals and schools.
Which postcode areas do you cover in Greater Manchester?
All of them, including the BL, M, OL, SK, WN postcode areas.
Which laws apply to legionella in Greater Manchester?
In England, legionella duties come from the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and COSHH 2002, with HSE's ACoP L8 and HSG274 setting the standard. Enforcement is by HSE or the local authority, depending on the premises.