There are currently two options that you can choose from:
✔ indicates tasks included in Service Option
| Task | Frequency | Option 1 | Option 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Check temperatures in flow and return pipework at calorifiers | Monthly | ✔ | X |
| Check water temperature up to one minute to see if it has reached 50°C in the sentinel hot taps | Monthly | ✔ | X |
| Check that temperature is below 20°C after running the water for up to two minutes in the sentinel cold taps | Monthly | ✔ | X |
| Dismantle, clean and descale shower heads and hoses | Quarterly | ✔ | X |
| Flush the drain valve at the base of the calorifier to remove sediment, silt or scale build up | Quarterly | ✔ | X |
| Check tank water temperature remote from ball valve and mains temperature at ball valve | Six Monthly | ✔ | ✔ |
| Arrange for samples to be taken from hot water calorifiers in order to note the condition of the drain water | Annually | ✔ | ✔ |
| Visually inspect cold water storage tanks and make recommendations for remedial works as necessary | Annually | ✔ | ✔ |
| Check representative hot taps for temperature on a rotational basis | Annually | ✔ | X |
| Check representative cold taps for temperature on a rotational basis | Annually | ✔ | X |
| Audit site personnel records | Each Visit | ✔ | ✔ |
| Annual Management review (new requirement) | Annually | X | X |
| Risk Assessment A valid risk assessment should already be in place but regularly reviewed and updated as and when changes result in a change in monitoring regime. A new one to be done if there has been any major change to the water system or a change in use of the building |
Annually + as and when required | ✔ | ✔ |
If you would like to procure one of these services please confirm which Option you prefer.
If this service is secured and managed through an alternative contractor, then the you assume responsibility for the upkeep of onsite records and compliance to legislation. Please ensure that you have a valid and accurate risk assessment. Schools will also need to provide their chosen contractor’s details so we can update Council's records.
