Unit 315 session 4b Legionnaires disease research

​Legionnaires disease

​Legionnaires' disease is a lung infection:
Research how and where it is caught and how to prevent it.



Ensure you open the links on the following slide before moving on to the questions.

​Click on the 2 links below to answer the questions that follow:


1. NHS - Legionnaires' Disease:
Explore the NHS page for information on symptoms, diagnosis, and preventive measures.


2. Health and Safety Executive (HSE) - Legionella:

Investigate HSE's guidance on controlling Legionella risks in the workplace.

Open Ended

Task 1: Causes and Transmission (3 minutes):

• Research and write a short paragraph on how Legionella bacteria thrive in water systems.

• Include examples like hot tubs, cooling towers, and air conditioning units.

• Explain how transmission occurs through inhaling contaminated water droplets.

Open Ended

Task 2: Symptoms and Diagnosis (3 minutes):

• Investigate the common symptoms of Legionnaires' disease (fever, cough, difficulty breathing).

• Describe why diagnosing the disease can be challenging.

• Include real-life examples if available.

Open Ended

Task 3: Prevention Measures (3 minutes):

• Research and list preventive measures for Legionnaires' disease.

• Explain the importance of regular maintenance and cleanliness in water systems.

• Provide examples of how individuals can contribute to preventing its spread.

Open Ended

Task 4: High-Risk Groups (2 minutes):

• Identify and describe high-risk groups susceptible to Legionnaires' disease.

• Explain why these groups are more vulnerable.

• Suggest ways these groups can take extra precautions.