SOP-201-WFCD: Water Dispenser Clean

To provide a safe and consistent procedure for the cleaning and sanitisation of water/drinking fountains. Maintains drinking fountains in a clean and hygienic condition, reduces the risk of microbiological contamination, removes dirt, debris, scale, and biofilm where present, ensures outlets remain suitable for normal use, and identifies and reports defects that could affect water hygiene or safe operation.

CWST Inspection

To check cold water storage tanks to make sure they are clean, cold, and sealed properly.

Legionella Sampling

To collect water samples for Legionella testing, keeping the sample clean from collection to the lab.

CWST Cleaning and Disinfection

To clean and disinfect cold water storage tanks to remove contamination and make the water safe again.

Expansion Vessel Purging

To drain water from the air side of expansion vessels and restore their ability to handle pressure changes.

Temperature Monitoring

To check hot and cold water temperatures at taps to prove the water is safe from Legionella.

Calorifier Blowdown

To flush out dirt and sediment from the bottom of hot water cylinders where bacteria can grow.

TMV Servicing

To service mixer valves so they keep water at a safe temperature and the failsafe works properly. This stops people getting scalded.

Shower Head Descaling

To descale and disinfect shower heads to remove limescale and bacteria.