Legionella Disease
The purpose of the day is a lesson in the legal duty of care by management to its employees. The legionella disease first occurred in 1976, when there were 34 fatalities., Since that time, there have been several outbreaks resulting in a number of fatalities, but this disease is prevalent in many surroundings and to many workers, who are unaware of this hazard, especially heavy drinkers and smokers, elderly workers and those with pre-existing lung disease, which could be caused by yet other industrial problems.
