Remote Water Monitoring
Remote water and legionella monitoring offers the latest technology in temperature monitoring and record keeping. This method of temperature monitoring reduces costs, allows access to records from anywhere and improves communication amongst many other benefits.
Remote water monitoring is where temperature readers or probes as they are known in the industry are installed on the hot and cold pipework and collect water temperature data. This data is sent to a hub that is also installed on-site. The job of the hub is to collect the data from all of the probes on-site and send it to the server. This is where all of your temperature readings and records are kept and displayed on your website for your viewing and storage. Therefore, removing the need for physical temperature checks and records.
Why should I choose remote monitoring over manual monitoring?
By opting for remote water monitoring you are choosing to use the industry’s latest technology in automated temperature monitoring, removing the need for manual temperature monitoring. This means reduced man hours spent driving between sites, reduced costs on travel and labour, improved management system with all records online in one place, and easy assess to records. The list really is endless.
Who should we use remote temperature monitoring?
Everyone can use remote legionella and water temperature monitoring. It has been designed with all water systems and all types of buildings in mind. The software is particularly useful for people who manage multiple sites as the software removes the need to visit each physical location to undertake monthly temperature monitoring.
Benefits & Features
Reduced Costs
Work Online or Offline
Logbook
Access from Anywhere
Quick Setup
Email Alerts
Communicate Faster
Admin Controls
Customer Support
How much does remote water monitoring cost?
The cost of your remote water temperature monitoring package will vary depending on the number of water assets you have. A water asset might be a cold water storage tank, hot water heater, sinks or any other water asset that might require temperature monitoring.
For a site-specific quote please contact our team today.
How long does it take to get started?
No time at all. Once one of our engineers has been to the site and installed the probes and data hub, we’ll carry out standard checks to ensure everything is working correctly. At the same time, our office staff will be preparing your website account and login details. Once the account is set up and the probes and hub are installed and working you’re all set. Typically these tasks can be finalised within 24 hours.
How secure is your website/server?
At uRisk we take data protection and security seriously. This is why the website and server used for remote water monitoring uses an SSL, is highly encrypted and secure.
What can uRisk’s remote water monitoring do?
As well as recording and storing your water temperatures you can also store all logbook details online too.
Therefore, it becomes your new logbook online. You can store risk assessments, reports, records, certificates and much more. All standard document types such as word, excess, pdf can all be stored online.
Service process
Get a Quote
To get a quote you can phone, email or complete our ‘Get a Quote!’ form to receive a quotation.
Book an Appointment
Once you’re happy with your quote we’ll confirm a suitable date and estimated time of arrival for your appointment.
Your Appointment
An engineer will be with you on your scheduled date, and will call you prior to arrival (when safe and possible).
Report & Support
Our team will quality assess your report for PDF distribution, typically within 2-10 days of the site visit.
All payments are due prior to booking completion unless agreed in writing for 30 days from the date of invoice. We will hold your booking time for 24 hours whilst we wait for payment.
Your dedicated Legionella Compliance team
Kelly
Customer Service Manager
Engineers
Water Hygiene Engineers
Tracy
Account Manager
Devon
Operations Director
Legionella Risk Assessment FAQs
When and how often do I need a risk assessment?
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and in compliance with the Approved Code of Practice (ACoP L8, HSG 274), duty holders, including employers and those in control of premises, must ensure the health and safety of their employees or others who may be affected by their undertaking, this includes the risk of legionella. Legionnaires Disease is a form of pneumonia, which can be fatal and the main route of infection is through inhalation, by inhaling airborne water droplets that contain Legionella. This also applies if you are a private Landlord and have rental properties which are occupied.
This includes taking suitable precautions to prevent, manage and control the risk of exposure to legionella. You can do this by undertaking the following: a risk assessment, actioning all identified risks within the initial report with remedial works, sampling the water quality to confirm bacterial presence with water testing, and carrying out ongoing record keeping also known as monitoring.
Do I need testing, a risk assessment or both?
Legionella testing, water testing or sampling is not to be confused with a legionella risk assessment. You are required by law to undertake a legionella risk assessment under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, COSHH and a number of other regulations where you can show you are working to comply with the HSE's HSG 274 legionella guidelines.Testing or sampling whilst not a legal requirement on it's own, it plays an important role in determining how efficient a water system is managed. Your risk assessment may identify that sampling is required due to existing risks or as a control and management precaution. In this instance sampling then becomes a requirement from your assessment. Without an L8 risk assessment you will not know where and how many samples are required. And without water testing/sampling you cannot determine how affective your control and management is. These two actions therefore should be undertaken together, not necessarily at the same time but unison to effectively management your risk from legionella.
Water testing services include Legionella, e-Coli, total viable count (TVC), Pseudomonas, hard water, chlorine free, pH levels and more. Learn more about legionella testing. We only use UKAS approved laboratories giving you peace of mind that the test will be of the highest quality possible.
How much does an L8 risk assessment cost?
All assessments vary in prices depending on the number of water outlets, cold water storage tanks, hot water cylinders, combi boilers and other water assets that may be present. The number of assets within your water system will determine the time spent on site and how long it will take to produce your report.
So how much does it cost? Across the industry, prices vary enormously often depending on the size of the company you use and their processes, the speed of works and professionalism. There are two types of assessments, the first is commercial and the second domestic, also referred to as residential rental properties or landlord risk assessments.
Commercial risk assessments normally start from £250 to in excess of £750, however our prices start from £99 depending on the size of the water system and location.
Domestic risk assessments can range tremendously with a number of plumbers, gas engineers and other tradesmen offering these assessments without the specialist training, it’s important to check that your assessor or engineer is properly qualified. Our prices start from £55 for multiple landlord properties to £95 for single landlord properties. Our prices for residential rental properties are based on the property being no more than 5 bedrooms.
How long will the risk assessment take?
On average, the time our qualified assessor spends on site is 1 hour for every 10 outlets (sinks, showers, baths, etc). So an assessment can take anywhere between 30 minutes to 6 or 7 hours. It entirely depends on the size of your water system and the number of water assets you have such as cold water storage tanks, cylinders or combination boilers.
Our engineers will work closely with you to ensure minimal disruption to your business is caused. Clear and easy access to rooms and buildings will play a part in time spent on site at your premises.
When will I receive your findings?
You will receive your LRA report between 2-10 working days from the date the assessment was carried out. From time to time, not often, our team will need a little more time, so please expect to have your report no later than 30 days. Need your assessment sooner? Get your report, guaranteed next day delivery via email for just £50.
What happens after I receive the report?
Within your report document, you will have an action plan offering guidance which lists all identified risks, with photos, that need remedying in order of importance. By following our advice and undertaking remedial works you will reduce the risk of exposure to Legionnaires' disease. Once all the remedial works are complete, you will then need to focus on implementing your monitoring (periodical checks and maintenance) with a logbook for recording keeping all legal duties and monitoring requirements.
Are uRisk qualified?
Yes, all of our assessors are fully qualified and accredited by City & Guilds and can help assist you in meeting compliance today for HSE (ACoP L8). We are also Safe Contractor and Construction Online approved so you can rest assured that you are working with a trusted water hygiene service provider who put health and safety first.
All our engineers are DBS Checked to ensure suitable people are entering your premises and to safeguard vulnerable people. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards.
Do uRisk service my area?
Yes, our services are nationwide. Whether you have one or multiple water systems and one or multiple sites, we provide services across the country, with qualified engineers scattered throughout the UK and offices based in Hertfordshire which is a 30-minute train journey to London King’s Cross.
Why choose uRisk?
25 Years Experience
Over 25 years of water hygiene and legionella control experience.
Customer Service Excellence
Friendly and simple advice by phone, email & online at your convenience.
City & Guilds Qualified
All staff are trained water hygiene consultants and engineers.
Nationwide Coverage
With engineers located all across the UK, we’re never too far away.
UKAS Accredited Testing
Our labs are UKAS approved providing you with quality assurance.
Full Compliance Services
Your one stop shop for legionella control, no need to go elsewhere.
