Water Safety & Hygiene for Water Safety Group

Issued by City & Guilds

This course has been developed for new and established Water Safety Groups and is particularly suitable for estates, infection prevention and control and facilities representatives who sit on the Water Safety Group. To gain an understanding of the management of water distribution systems in healthcare facilities, ensuring patient and staff safety from microbiological, chemical and physical risks.

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Earning Criteria

Through a written open book assessment this learner has demonstrated their understanding of the management of water distribution systems and associated equipment in healthcare buildings to ensure patient and staff safety.
They have demonstrated knowledge of the physical, chemical and microbiological water related hazards, governance and accountability requirements, including risk assessments for the Water Safety Plan, microbiological sampling, monitoring requirements and appropriate remedial actions