Water hygiene across South Lanarkshire
Scottish tenement buildings often share cold water storage and have long vertical risers, and the private rented sector here is expected to show that legionella risk has been assessed.
Typical properties we work with in South Lanarkshire include tenements, student accommodation, hotels and distilleries, offshore and energy-sector sites and rural estates.
Towns we cover in South Lanarkshire
| Town | Local council | Postcodes | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Kilbride | South Lanarkshire Council | G | soft |
| Hamilton | South Lanarkshire Council | ML | soft |
Regulations
In Scotland, the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, COSHH 2002 and HSE's ACoP L8 and HSG274 apply. Private landlords are also expected to assess legionella risk as part of the repairing standard.
Frequently asked questions
Do you carry out legionella risk assessments across South Lanarkshire?
Yes. We cover every town in South Lanarkshire, including East Kilbride, Hamilton, as well as rural areas and smaller towns.
Which councils enforce legionella rules in South Lanarkshire?
Environmental health teams at South Lanarkshire Council cover offices, shops, hotels and leisure premises. HSE covers factories, warehouses, hospitals and schools.
Which postcode areas do you cover in South Lanarkshire?
All of them, including the G, ML postcode areas.
Which laws apply to legionella in South Lanarkshire?
In Scotland, the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, COSHH 2002 and HSE's ACoP L8 and HSG274 apply. Private landlords are also expected to assess legionella risk as part of the repairing standard.