How to Prevent Mould Growth in the Workplace
In this workplace safety review the environmental hygiene specialists at WTS provide practical guidance on how to prevent mould in the workplace.
How Expert Reports Help Resolve Disputes
Water Treatment Services experienced expert witnesses provide independent, impartial and reliable advice on a range of engineering and environmental disputes involving regulatory compliance, the use and treatment of water, wastewater, trade effluent and the management of air quality. Our specialists are often asked for their expert opinion and the preparation of specialist reports that can help avoid or resolve disputes, but what does this process involve, and how are such reports used by clients and the courts?
Can Regular Flushing Control Legionella in Hot & Cold Water Systems?
In this article the legionella and water safety specialists at Water Treatment Services consider if regular flushing of little used water outlets can help to control legionella and other unwanted bacteria.
What is Water Borehole Drilling?
In this article the water resource specialists at Water Treatment Services guide you through the various stages that need to be considered both before and during the development of a new private water supply formed by drilling a water borehole or water well.
What is an Expert Witness?
The senior subject matter specialists at Water Treatment Services are experienced expert witnesses, providing independent, impartial and reliable advice on a range of engineering and environmental disputes involving the use, analysis and treatment of water, wastewater, trade effluent and air quality. Our specialists are often asked what is an expert witness, what do they do and how can they help avoid or resolve disputes?
Controlling Biofilm in Cooling Water Systems
This technical troubleshooting guide looks at the control of biofilm in industrial cooling water systems. The guide examines the problems caused by bacteria and the growth of biofilm including system corrosion, reduced heat transfer efficiency, and the increased health risks from Legionella bacteria. It concludes by looking at bacteria hot spots and what measures can be taken to maintain control.
Controlling Legionella in Hospitals & Healthcare Premises
In this article the healthcare water safety specialists at Water Treatment Services look at the control of legionella and other waterborne pathogens in hospitals and healthcare premises. The article considers what the risks are and the legal responsibilities for managing them, latest codes of practice and technical guidance, effective control measures; and concludes by reviewing the role of the Water Safety Group and effective risk management through detailed planning.
Carcinogens and Workplace Exposure Limits
Following changes to the UK’s classification of carcinogens and workplace exposure limits the occupational health specialists at WTS have prepared this technical guidance note to help employers understand some of the significant changes that may affect them and their workers.