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Q: Q: How often should I test my facility for Legionella?

A: The frequency of Legionella testing should be determined by a risk assessment of your facility’s water systems. High-risk systems—such as cooling towers, hot water systems, spas, and decorative fountains—may require monthly testing, while lower-risk systems could be tested quarterly or semi-annually. Facilities with vulnerable populations or a history of Legionella issues should test more frequently. To ensure your testing schedule complies with local regulations and industry guidelines, work with us at IWC Innovations .

Q: Q: What happens if Legionella is detected?

A: If Legionella is detected in your water system, immediate action is required to protect health and safety. This typically involves: Notifying relevant stakeholders and authorities Implementing remediation measures such as system disinfection, temperature adjustments, or flushing Reviewing and updating your water management plan Conducting follow-up testing to confirm remediation effectiveness Consulting with our IWC Innovations Legionella experts is strongly recommended to ensure a thorough and compliant response. If you need immediate help, contact us at: (866) 761-1600 .

IWC Innovations and its partners been accredited for Legionella testing by the CDC ELITE Program since 2010.

Why CDC ELITE Certification Matters

The CDC ELITE (Environmental Legionella Isolation Techniques Evaluation) Program is the gold standard for Legionella testing proficiency in the United States.

Since 2010, IWC Innovations and our laboratory partners have consistently achieved CDC ELITE Program Lab status, demonstrating our commitment to the highest standards of accuracy and reliability in Legionella detection.
Choosing a CDC ELITE Legionella testing lab ensures your water management program meets regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

CDC ELITE Legionella Testing Lab Accreditation

The CDC ELITE Program evaluates laboratories for their proficiency in isolating and identifying Legionella from environmental samples.

Only labs that meet rigorous CDC criteria earn the ELITE Lab designation, providing assurance of technical excellence and reliable results.
IWC Innovations’ and our partners’ ongoing participation and recognition in the ELITE Program since 2010 sets us apart as a trusted provider of Legionella and waterborne pathogen testing and remediation.

Why Us for Legionella Testing

IWC Innovations provides Legionella testing services accredited by the CDC ELITE Program. We customize every testing plan to suit the unique requirements of your building or facility, helping you maintain compliance with all relevant regulations. Our testing process is straightforward, quick, and reliable, and we deliver clear interpretations of your results along with detailed recommendations for any necessary actions.

Should Legionella be detected, our water safety consultants—backed by over six decades of expertise—will work with you right away to address remediation, treatment, and stop any outbreak.

By choosing IWC Innovations for regular Legionella testing, you benefit from:

Early detection of potential Legionella risks within your facility
Ongoing verification of your water management plan/strategies and control measures
Data-driven insights to inform water treatment decisions
Assurance that you remain compliant with all applicable local, state, and federal standards

Why Us for Legionella Remediation

Our dedicated Legionella rapid response teams are available 24/7, ready to deliver immediate support anywhere in the world. With a track record of over 1,000 Legionella remediation projects and 60+ years of collective expertise, we recognize how critical it is to:

Act swiftly when a Legionella emergency arises
Contain and halt the outbreak as quickly as possible
Pinpoint the source and identify the specific Legionella strain involved
Implement thorough disinfection and removal procedures
Develop robust, long-term control strategies to protect your water systems
Reduce your liability and the risk of Legionnaires’ Disease spreading beyond your premises

Our CDC ELITE Program-accredited testing plays a vital role in this process, delivering rapid and accurate results that inform every stage of remediation and treatment.

Our Other Certifications: ASSE 12080

Our team also holds an ASSE 12080 certification, demonstrating our advanced expertise in Legionella Water Safety and Management. This credential underscores our commitment to protecting water systems from Legionella contamination. Maintaining this certification highlights our ongoing dedication to delivering top-quality services and prioritizing the health and safety of all of our clients.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What Does CDC ELITE Program Accreditation Mean?

A: CDC ELITE Program Lab status recognizes laboratories that have demonstrated exceptional proficiency in isolating and identifying Legionella bacteria from water samples using culture methods. To earn this certification, labs must successfully identify Legionella in annual proficiency panels provided by the CDC. This designation assures clients that the laboratory meets rigorous standards for accuracy and reliability in Legionella testing

Q: How often should I test my facility for Legionella?

A: The frequency of Legionella testing should be determined by a risk assessment of your facility’s water systems. High-risk systems—such as cooling towers, hot water systems, spas, and decorative fountains—may require monthly testing, while lower-risk systems could be tested quarterly or semi-annually.

Facilities with vulnerable populations or a history of Legionella issues should test more frequently.

To ensure your testing schedule complies with local regulations and industry guidelines, work with us at IWC Innovations.

Q: What happens if Legionella is detected?

A: If Legionella is detected in your water system, immediate action is required to protect health and safety. This typically involves:

Notifying relevant stakeholders and authorities
Implementing remediation measures such as system disinfection, temperature adjustments, or flushing
Reviewing and updating your water management plan
Conducting follow-up testing to confirm remediation effectiveness

Consulting with our IWC Innovations Legionella experts is strongly recommended to ensure a thorough and compliant response. If you need immediate help, contact us at: (866) 761-1600.

Q: How quickly can I get results from a CDC ELITE Program Legionella testing lab?

A: Traditional Legionella culture testing in a CDC ELITE-certified lab typically takes 7-14 days due to the incubation period required for accurate identification. Culture testing can also identify Legionella subgroups Legionella species and serogroups, including those beyond Legionella pneumophila serogroup 1, which is the most common cause of Legionnaires’ disease.

However, some labs also offer rapid testing methods, such as PCR or lateral flow tests, which can deliver results in as little as 24 hours. These rapid methods may be used for screening, with culture confirmation as needed.

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