3.26 LEGIONELLOSIS 3.26.1 JHS realises the risks posed by contracting Legionnaires Disease. Legionella bacteria are common and can be found naturally in environmental water sources such as rivers, lakes and reservoirs, usually in low numbers, but they can colonise manufactured water systems. 3.26.2 The JHS will ensure that all appropriate measures are taken to prevent the spread of the Legionella bacteria throughout our premises. 3.26.3 We will ensure that all Air Conditioning, Air Cooling systems and Heating and Plumbing systems are regularly maintained and inspected, and that a record of such inspections is kept. 3.26.4 An assessment of the risk from exposure to Legionella bacteria has been carried out externally by the school maintenance contractor , which has provided a management plan for its control that is implemented by the Facilities Manager. 3.26.5 The symptoms associated with the presence of the Legionella bacteria, are similar to of flu, yet can develop into a form of Pneumonia and Legionnaires Disease/Pontiac Fever. Anyone experiencing such symptoms should report them immediately. By monitoring and maintaining records of such reports harmful bacteria may be detected, and the appropriate measures taken to eradicate them. 3.26.6 Smoking increases a person’s vulnerability to the Legionella bacteria. JHS operates a Smoking’ policy throughout site and endeavours to encourage ‘No all to give up or reduce their smoking levels. 3.26.7 Any maintenance staff required to work on, or maintain equipment, where the bacteria may gather or be suspected of incubating will be required to wear suitable protective clothing and equipment such as respiratory protection etc, as identified as a requirement during the risk assessment for the task. Where such a risk is suspected it may be necessary to have microbiological monitoring carried out to confirm the presence or absence of the bacteria. 3.27 LONE WORKING 3.27.1 The definition of lone workers, is those who work by themselves without close or direct supervision. This could include something as simple as a member of staff working late in our offices for example (accidents can still happen in an office environment). 3.27.2 JHS has a responsibility for health, safety and welfare at work of employees and the health and safety of those affected by the work. These responsibilities cannot be transferred to people who work alone. We will assess the risks to lone workers and will take steps to avoid or control the risks where necessary. Any member of staff intending to work alone must
3.26 LEGIONELLOSIS 3.26.1 JHS realises the risks posed by contracting Legionnaires Disease. Legionella bacteria are common and can be found naturally in environmental water sources such as rivers, lakes and reservoirs, usually in low numbers, but they can colonise manufactured water systems. 3.26.2 The JHS will ensure that all appropriate measures are taken to prevent the spread of the Legionella bacteria throughout our premises. 3.26.3 We will ensure that all Air Conditioning, Air Cooling systems and Heating and Plumbing systems are regularly maintained and inspected, and that a record of such inspections is kept. 3.26.4 An assessment of the risk from exposure to Legionella bacteria has been carried out externally by the school maintenance contractor , which has provided a management plan for its control that is implemented by the Facilities Manager. 3.26.5 The symptoms associated with the presence of the Legionella bacteria, are similar to of flu, yet can develop into a form of Pneumonia and Legionnaires Disease/Pontiac Fever. Anyone experiencing such symptoms should report them immediately. By monitoring and maintaining records of such reports harmful bacteria may be detected, and the appropriate measures taken to eradicate them. 3.26.6 Smoking increases a person’s vulnerability to the Legionella bacteria. JHS operates a ‘No Smoking’ policy throughout site and endeavours to encourage all to give up or reduce their smoking levels. 3.26.7 Any maintenance staff required to work on, or maintain equipment, where the bacteria may gather or be suspected of incubating will be required to wear suitable protective clothing and equipment such as respiratory protection etc, as identified as a requirement during the risk assessment for the task. Where such a risk is suspected it may be necessary to have microbiological monitoring carried out to confirm the presence or absence of the bacteria. 3.27 LONE WORKING 3.27.1 The definition of lone workers, is those who work by themselves without close or direct supervision. This could include something as simple as a member of staff working late in our offices for example (accidents can still happen in an office environment). 3.27.2 JHS has a responsibility for health, safety and welfare at work of employees and the health and safety of those affected by the work. These responsibilities cannot be transferred to people who work alone. We will assess the risks to lone workers and will take steps to avoid or control the risks where necessary. Any member of staff intending to work alone must
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