An Introduction to Legionella Mitigation in Buildings

Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and building managers interested in legionella mitigation in buildings. Here is what is discussed:1. INTRODUCTION2. REFERENCES3. HISTORY AND DISEASE INFORMATION4. HOST SUSCEPTIBILITY, DISEASE SYMPTOMS, AND POTENTIAL SOURCES:5. PRIORITIZATION6. TRANSMISSION OF LEGIONNAIRE'S DISEASE7. POTABLE AND EMERGENCY WATER SYSTEMS8. HEATED SPAS9. ARCHITECTURAL FOUNTAINS AND WATERFALL SYSTEMS10. COOLING TOWERS, FLUID COOLERS, AND EVAPORATIVE CONDENSERS11. WATER TOWER TREATMENT RECOMMENDATIONS12. OTHER DEVICES THAT MAY REQUIRE CONSIDERATION.