Legionella Risk Assessments
Professional Legionella Risk Assessments for Residential and Supported Living Properties
At JM Consultants, we provide professional legionella risk assessments designed to help property owners, landlords, housing providers and supported living organisations manage water safety risks and meet their legal responsibilities.
Why Legionella Risk Assessments Are Important
Legionella bacteria can develop in water systems if conditions allow bacteria to grow and spread. If inhaled through water droplets, the bacteria can cause Legionnaires’ disease, a potentially serious form of pneumonia.
UK health and safety legislation requires duty holders to identify and control these risks.
This includes compliance with:
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH)
HSE Approved Code of Practice L8 – Legionnaires’ disease
HSG274 Technical Guidance
A suitable legionella risk assessment helps ensure that appropriate controls are in place to reduce the risk of bacterial growth within water systems.
Our Approach
At JM Consultants, our legionella risk assessments are designed to provide clear, practical and structured guidance.
We focus on identifying risks, reviewing existing control measures and providing proportionate recommendations that organisations can implement confidently.
Each assessment includes:
Identification of water systems within the property
Review of hot and cold water systems
Assessment of potential legionella risk factors
Review of existing management controls
Identification of vulnerable occupants
Evaluation of water storage and distribution systems
Recommendations for risk control and monitoring
Our reports are written in plain English, ensuring they can be easily understood by property managers, service providers and organisational leadership teams.
What You Will Receive
Following the assessment, you will receive a detailed report including:
Property and system overview
Identification of potential legionella risks
Evaluation of existing control measures
Risk rating
Photographic evidence where appropriate
Clear and prioritised recommendations
Guidance on ongoing monitoring and management
Our reports provide the information organisations need to implement effective water safety management.
Properties We Assess
JM Consultants provides legionella risk assessments for:
Supported living properties
Residential accommodation
Housing association properties
HMOs and shared housing
Small to medium commercial premises
We have particular understanding of supported living environments where the health and wellbeing of residents requires careful consideration.
Supported Living Experience
With extensive experience in supported living and social housing environments, JM Consultants understands the additional considerations required when managing risk in services supporting vulnerable individuals.
We ensure that risk assessments consider:
Resident vulnerability
Property management arrangements
Responsibilities between housing and care providers
Practical management of ongoing water safety controls
This sector knowledge allows us to provide recommendations that are both compliant and operationally realistic.
Ongoing Management and Reviews
A legionella risk assessment should be reviewed regularly, particularly when:
Water systems are modified
Building use changes
Occupancy levels change
Control measures require review
JM Consultants can provide advice on ongoing monitoring requirements and water safety management where required.
Why Choose JM Consultants?
UK-wide service delivery
Sector expertise in supported living and housing
Clear, practical reports
Proportionate and realistic recommendations
Professional and confidential service
Our approach focuses on helping organisations understand their responsibilities while implementing effective and manageable control measures.
Request a Consultation
If you require a legionella risk assessment for a residential, supported living or commercial property, JM Consultants would be pleased to assist.
Contact us to discuss your property and receive a quotation.
Or email john.jmconsultants@gmail.com