Legionella

The occurrence of Legionella is on the rise and is now the leading cause of waterborne illness in the United States. Infection occurs through the inhalation of contaminated water vapor primarily found within inadequately maintained building plumbing systems.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has developed a guide specifically intended for building owners and managers to reduce the risk of Legionella development. The guide, Developing a Water Management Program to Reduce Legionella Growth and Spread in Buildings, identifies areas or devices in buildings where Legionella may grow or spread to people so that steps can be taken to reduce this risk.

The occurrence of Legionella is on the rise and is now the leading cause of waterborne illness in the United States. Infection occurs through the inhalation of contaminated water vapor primarily found within inadequately maintained building plumbing systems.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has developed a guide specifically intended for building owners and managers to reduce the risk of Legionella development. The guide, Developing a Water Management Program to Reduce Legionella Growth and Spread in Buildings, identifies areas or devices in buildings where Legionella may grow or spread to people so that steps can be taken to reduce this risk.

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