How can I prevent the growth of Legionella bacteria?
You cannot completely prevent the growth of Legionella bacteria. You can, however, reduce the risks of growth and subsequent Legionella bacteria outbreaks through appropriate cleaning, maintenance procedures, and regularly-scheduled testing of the cooling tower water during its seasonal operation. Early detection is the key to controlling the growth of any bacteria. Q. Can building design affect the likelihood of a Legionella outbreak? Yes. While you cannot absolutely prevent the growth of Legionella bacteria, you can take precautions to reduce the risks for bacterial growth. Proper building design and commissioning are important factors to consider. You should be sure that any building design includes proper location of cooling towers with respect to prevailing winds and outdoor air intakes. If your cooling towers are closely situated to your outdoor air intakes, you are at increased risk for inhaling Legionella bacteria in your indoor air. For this reason, we strongly recommend that
