In today’s world, maintaining a safe and hygienic water supply is critical, especially in healthcare facilities and other high-risk environments. A robust and well-planned water sampling strategy is your first line of defence against the many potential risks posed by waterborne bacteria, such as Legionella and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which can cause serious infections, particularly in vulnerable populations. Ensuring the safety and quality of your water is not just a regulatory requirement but a crucial component of your overall infection control strategy.

• Identify and Monitor Risks: Regular, targeted sampling allows you to detect potential threats before they escalate.
• Comply with Regulations: Stay ahead of national and international water safety regulations to help reduce risk and ensure your facility is always compliant.
• Mitigate Risks: By understanding where and when pathogens might emerge, you can implement timely control measures, reducing the likelihood of an outbreak.
• Investigate critical colonisation, plan remediation of water systems and associated equipment, and verify corrective engineering actions.
• Ensure Peace of Mind: Knowing that you have a comprehensive plan in place, supported by experts, gives you confidence that your water systems are safe.

Our Approach
Led by Dr Vicky Katsemi MBA MWMSoc MIHEEM MRSPH who holds certification for
Water Sampling for Microbiological Analysis (ISO 19458:2006), and Dr Catherine
Whapham MBA FRSPH MESCMID, our team work closely with our clients to develop
tailored water sampling plans that meet both routine assurance needs and specific
investigation requirements. Whether you’re conducting regular assurance sampling and monitoring, or responding to critical colonisation of your water systems, our team is equipped to provide expertise in:

• Assurance Sampling: Regular and appropriate systematic testing to ensureongoing water safety.

• Investigation & Remediation: Detailed analysis during periods of concern,helping you identify and mitigate the source of contamination.

• Verification & Compliance: Post-remediation sampling plan to confirm theeffectiveness of your interventions and maintain regulatory compliance.

Our team also offers general technical and water hygiene advice, supporting all aspects of water sampling, from strategy development to implementation.

Partner with Us for Safer Water Systems
Protecting your water systems requires expertise, precision, and a proactive approach. With our experienced team by your side, you can be confident that your water sampling plan will not only meet but exceed the highest standards of safety and compliance. Let us help you mitigate the risks of waterborne bacteria and ensure the safety of your premises.

Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your water sampling needs.