Home Plumbing Systems
How to Reduce Your Risk of Legionnaires' Disease and Other Bacterial Infections
by Matthew R. Freije

Special report available in electronic format, May 2000, 25 pages, ISBN 1-930488-12-2

"Much has been learned about Legionnaires' disease in the past 24 years, but these reports show that research findings can translate into practical guidelines for protecting the public via prevention." Victor L. Yu, MD, Professor of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh; Chief, Infectious Disease Section, VA Medical Center, Pittsburgh, USA

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Contents  

Facts about Legionnaires' disease and Legionella bacteria

Surveys of homes

Risk reduction options for home plumbing systems

• Understanding your risk

• Hot water temperatures

• Mixing valves

• Hot water flushes

• Selecting a water heater

• Plumbing repairs

• Water softeners

• Water filters

• Ultraviolet treatment

• New construction

• Water sampling

• Additional preventive measures

References

Appendix

• Thermometer for checking water temperatures

• UV treatment units

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About the author

Matthew R. Freije earned a degree in mechanical engineering from Purdue University. He reviews published research and screens marketed products and services to provide practical solutions to water problems. Freije provides consulting services related to Legionella and other waterborne pathogens to hospitals and industry, and also provides litigation support and expert testimony. His book Legionellae Control in Health Care Facilities: A Guide for Minimizing Risk, a 1997 award finalist, has been fully reviewed or highlighted in more than 50 professional journals, and has sold in 25 countries. Freije is the author of several articles, has served as a guest speaker for professional societies, and is the editor of Legionella E-news, an international newsletter that covers outbreaks and new technology. He is a member of the American Society of Plumbing Engineers and of the Water Quality Association. Freije welcomes feedback on this report, especially suggestions for improvement. Please e-mail comments to mf@hcinfo.com.  

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