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    Despite available guidance on managing waterborne pathogens, critical aspects of healthcare building services engineering are frequently overlooked. This discussion highlights key considerations to improve awareness and practice in healthcare environments.

    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Engineering
    • Building Services Management
    • Waterborne Pathogen Control

    Background:

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    • These regulations and standards aim to ensure safety within healthcare facilities concerning water systems.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To identify and discuss often-overlooked elements within healthcare building services engineering.
    • To stimulate discussion and raise awareness regarding critical, yet neglected, aspects of water safety management.

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    • Review of existing healthcare building services engineering guidance (HSE ACOP L8, HSG274, NHS HTMs).
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