Know The Law

You are legally responsible for ensuring that all of your amenities allow patients within your care to receive the help and assistance they need. Failing to do so counts as negligence and can have a dramatic and sudden impact on your patient’s health.

Where Are The Risks?

• The elderly and other people with weakened immune systems will be at particular risk
• Dental Unit Water Lines have been found to contain Legionella in 25% of cases
• Asthma, heart and lung conditions, chemotherapy, and organ transplants all increase the likelihood of contracting Legionella

What Should You Do?

Whilst the reported number of Legionella outbreaks in Dental Surgeries is admittedly very low, that there are still any at all is still grave cause for concern.

The safest course of action is to assume that you are at risk, and to adopt a habit of regular testing. To hear how we can ensure that you always know the condition of your water network, get in touch with our expert team today