Hospitality and recreation water testing

Deliver safe, compliant guest experiences across hotels, leisure centres, spas, pools, gyms and restaurants. Laboratories of Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing provide UKAS No. 9658 and 1369 accredited services for Legionella control and pool and spa water compliance sampling, tailored to the hospitality and recreation sector.

Why facilities need water testing

High footfall and complex water systems such as showers, spa pools, swimming pools, steam rooms and decorative features increase Legionella and microbial risks. Guest safety, business reputation and regulatory compliance rely on rigorous water hygiene programmes. Breakdowns in control measures or inadequate temperature management can lead to legal and health consequences.

Microbiological and chemical analysis

Pool and spa samples are analysed for:

  • Pseudomonas aeruginosa
  • Escherichia coli
  • Total coliforms
  • Total viable counts (TVC)
  • Legionella where appropriate

Chemical testing includes chlorine, pH, turbidity and disinfectant residuals; aligned with Pool Water Treatment Advisory Group (PWTAG) guidance and private water standards.

Water quality testing for hospitality systems

Comprehensive testing is available for cold and hot-water circuits, storage tanks, private supplies, air conditioning units and fountains:

  • Microbiological parameters; TVC, coliforms, Escherichia coli, Legionella
  • Chemical profiling tailored to site-specific risk

Regulatory compliance

Testing is carried out in line with Health and Safety Executive guidance ACoP L8 and HSG274, and with Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations. All analysis is performed in UKAS-accredited laboratories under ISO 17025. Results are accessible through a secure portal and formatted to support health and safety audits and local authority inspections.

Recommended testing frequency

  • Pools and spas (open systems); microbiological testing at least quarterly during operation
  • Hot and cold water (closed systems); microbiological testing as dictated by risk assessment; generally annually, sometimes more often; temperature monitoring essential
  • Private drinking water supplies and cold-water tanks; microbiological tests including TVC, coliforms and Escherichia coli every six months and after cleaning or disinfection

Why choose Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing

  • UKAS-accredited Legionella, pool and spa testing
  • Compliance with HSG274, ACoP L8 and PWTAG standards
  • Laboratory and field services tailored to hospitality settings
  • Accessible results and nationwide logistics support

Get in touch

Would you like to find out more about our water hygiene testing and compliance services? Contact Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK today by submitting an enquiry form or calling +44 (0) 845 604 6740.

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