Legionella Risk Assessment Guide for UK Landlords
In-depth guide to Legionella risk assessments for UK landlords: HSE duties under ACOP L8, suggested assessment cycles, water temperature thresholds, and practical control measures.
Do landlords need a Legionella certificate?
No. Landlords have a health and safety duty to assess and control the risk of Legionella in a property's water system, but the HSE does not require a certificate or a paid contractor. For most rentals a simple, recorded risk assessment and proportionate controls are enough.