An Introduction to Legionella Mitigation in Buildings for Professional Engineers
Author | : J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. |
Publisher | : Guyer Partners |
Total Pages | : 41 |
Release | : 2023-07-30 |
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Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and building managers interested in mitigation of legionella ("legionnaires disease") in buildings. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. REFERENCES, 3. HISTORY AND DISEASE INFORMATION, 4. HOST SUSCEPTIBILITY, DISEASE SYMPTOMS, AND POTENTIAL SOURCES, 5. PRIORITIZATION, 6. TRANSMISSION OF LEGIONNAIRE’S DISEASE, 7. POTABLE AND EMERGENCY WATER SYSTEMS, 8. HEATED SPAS, 9. ARCHITECTURAL FOUNTAINS AND WATERFALL SYSTEMS, 10. COOLING TOWERS, FLUID COOLERS, AND EVAPORATIVE CONDENSERS, 11. WATER TOWER TREATMENT RECOMMENDATIONS, 12. OTHER DEVICES THAT MAY REQUIRE CONSIDERATION.