New members of the fleet arrive!
2 new vans have arrived this week and have been sign written and ready to go. A massive thankyou to ENV Graphics who have redesigned the graphics for us to move forward with in 2020 and beyond. They are based locally and their website is www.envgraphics.co.uk Check them out if you are looking for shop… Read more »
LCA Latest On Legionella Control When Reopening Buildings
See the link to the latest guidance from the LCA. https://legionellacontrol.org.uk/news/96/
Dirty Systems – No Legionella – Why?
CELL MUTATIONS There are many occasions when we come across a dirty water systems with all the characteristics to provide a perfect environment for legionella bacteria to thrive. However, when we sample these water systems, we may get high readings on our TVC tests, along with other waterborne bacteria, but nothing on the legionella counts…. Read more »
Vacancies To Fill!!
GMS are always looking for good enthusiastic staff to join our team. We currently require a multi-skilled water hygiene operative and a legionella risk assessor to assist on a contract extension in the North West region. If you are currently on the look out for a new challenge or fancy the chance of working a… Read more »
Barry Legionnaires' disease cluster identified as public warned
See link to main story. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-49549244
Legionnaires' Disease Report – November 2018
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/766774/monthly_legionella_report_november_2018.pdf
Tendring District Council fined £27k over Legionnaires' outbreak
See link to BBC article below. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/amp/uk-england-essex-46472282
GMS to sponsor Shevington FC for the 2018/19 Season.
GMS Services Ltd will be sponsoring Shevington Sky FC U9’s for their up and coming season in the Wigan Youth League. Good luck to all involved. We think you will look great!!
The Need For A Legionella Risk Assessment
ADVICE ON COMPLIANCE WITH THE HSE Legionella control is essential for compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act. If you are a business owner, a building manager, a landlord or in a position of responsibility for the health and safety of employees and building occupants, you will need to ensure that you have a… Read more »
Legionella – What you need to know.
If you are new to the strange words ‘Legionella’ and ‘Legionnaires’ Disease’, hopefully this post will help you understand the basics. Legionella bacteria are single celled microscopic living organisms that are all around us. They are commonly found in all natural water systems such as rivers, lakes and streams. It is unknown how many species of… Read more »
