The problem with water testing is that it takes three weeks to grow a culture in laboratory conditions. I know because we have an on-going issue with water borne problems which needs constant treatment with silver peroxide. We have to close the showers down for three week periods while we wait for cultures to be grown. I cannot even begin to tell you how much that annoys the faculty. Regards, Robin. From: FE Estates and Facilities Managers [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Jenny Pickett Sent: 30 November 2010 14:52 To: [log in to unmask] Subject: WATER RISK ASSESSMENT Good afternoon, We have a new water risk assessment conducted every two years under the L8 regs. Despite reminding the company I use, they have missed their slot so it expires tomorrow. Not very happy as you can imagine - also the price they are charging and about 3 weeks to do the survey and produce the report is unsatisfactory. Does anyone use a good water risk assessment company then could recommend please. I know there are lots out there, but I have only ever used one. Thanks Jenny Pickett Southgate College Estates & Facilities Manager T: 020 8982 5060 F: 020 8982 5117 Attention: This e-mail is privileged and confidential. If you are not the intended recipient please delete the message and notify the sender. Any views or opinions presented are solely those of the author.