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Why we need training

Effective management, specific targeted training and good communication are key to managing water hygiene risks throughout the University properties.  

The Water Safety Team now provide three training courses; Level 1 aimed at increasing education and awareness and Levels 2 and 3 (City and Guilds accredited) to ensure that those who are involved in managing risk and applying precautions are competent, trained and aware of their responsibilities. 

Level 2 and Level 3 training must repeated every three years, more frequently in instances such as a major change to legislation or guidance, or where need is identified by the Responsible Person. 

 

Who should attend and course information

Level 1 Legionella Awareness  

Suitable for all University of Cambridge staff. 

Providing an introduction to background and case studies of Legionella bacteria in water systems, Legionnaires disease, basic legislation and guidance for control of colonisation and prevention of outbreaks. 

 

Level 2 Legionella Awareness - City and Guilds 

Essential for operatives and maintenance personnel working with domestic water systems, safety officers, managers, department heads and for anyone wishing to further enhance their knowledge of the topic following completion of Level 1.   

This session covers more detailed background and case studies of Legionella Bacteria and how it can colonise in domestic water systems. Additionally this session provides an overview of current legislation and guidance, monitoring and control measures, record keeping, and escalation. 

 

Level 3 Responsible Person for Water Safety - City and Guilds 

Essential for senior operatives, managers, safety officers and department heads who carry responsibility for domestic water systems, and for anyone wishing to further enhance their knowledge of the topic following completion of Level 2.   

In addition to the knowledge gained at the Level 2 training, this session covers Compliance Management & Responsibilities, with a focus on more detailed aspects of monitoring and control measures, record keeping, and escalation procedures. 

 

Further information

These courses are delivered by the University of Cambridge’s External Specialist Water Safety Consultant.  Please see Safety Office Training Calendar and the Water Safety VivaEngage Page for information on how to book and course dates. 

Full records of the completed training should be maintained in the site Log Book. 

The Water Safety Policy is currently being updated, please contact the Water Safety Team EMWaterSafety@admin.cam.ac.uk for information requests.