For maintaining hygiene and meeting legal obligations for water safety.
Outlines regular inspection and sampling regimes, including Total Viable Counts (TVC) and specific tests for Legionella and Pseudomonas aeruginosa . BS 8558:2015 vs. Previous Versions
For specifying system layouts that prevent stagnation. bs 8558 pdf
For guidance on material selection and correct jointing techniques.
Every new or modified service must be thoroughly flushed with wholesome water to remove debris and organic matter that could foster biofilms. For maintaining hygiene and meeting legal obligations for
It incorporates changes to align more closely with revised HSE codes and other documents like PD 855468:2015 (for flushing/disinfection).
To ensure that new and modified connections meet regulatory requirements. Key Requirements and Guidance Areas Previous Versions For specifying system layouts that prevent
Keeps cold water below 20°C and hot water above 50°C to prevent Legionella proliferation.
Before a system is put into use, it must undergo a rigorous commissioning process.