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Legionella: impact on water systems in buildings.

Author(s) : FEELEY J. C., MORRIS G. K.

Summary

There are 30 known species of legionellae bacteria and 48 serogroups. The bacteria are widespread in natural water environments and may be amplified in plumbing and cooling systems in buildings and industrial settings. The presence of legionellae bacteria does not always represent a health risk, but systems that amplify and disseminate the bacteria should be controlled. More attention will be given to legionellae bacteria in the future design of new buildings as well as in maintenance of existing ones.

Details

  • Original title: Legionella: impact on water systems in buildings.
  • Record ID : 1993-1055
  • Languages: English
  • Publication date: 1991
  • Source: Source: ASHRAE Trans.
    vol. 97; n. 2; 146-149; 1 tabl.; 25 ref.
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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