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Cracking Down on Legionella Growth

The History of Legionella Bacteria
Legionella bacteria were first discovered in 1976 following a deadly outbreak at an American Legion convention in Philadelphia. The bacteria responsible for this outbreak,

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Legionella Testing Requirements

Is Legionella Testing a Legal Requirement?

Legionella bacteria are a significant concern in various water systems, particularly in environments such as cooling towers, where the conditions are conducive to their growth. For businesses and facilities, ensuring

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Legionella Testing Requirements

Is Legionella Testing Required?

Within the realm of Legionella servicing, prioritizing safety measures against Legionnaires’ disease remains essential. A common question that arises is whether Legionella testing is necessary. Recognizing the significance of proactive

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Safe levels of Legionella in Water

What are the Safe Levels of Legionella?

In the realm of Legionella servicing, understanding the safe levels of Legionella bacteria in water is critical. Legionella, a bacterium that thrives in water environments, poses risks to human health

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What is the Acceptable Count for Legionella?

Legionella servicing has become increasingly important in ensuring the safety of water systems, especially in environments susceptible to Legionella bacteria growth. Understanding the acceptable levels of Legionella in water is

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