Cooling towers and warm water systems
Muswellbrook Shire Council carries out inspections of cooling towers and warm water systems for compliance to the NSW Public Health Act 1991.
Matters which are investigated include:
- maintenance/procedures records
- state of repairs
- construction design and
- cleanliness of the systems
These investigations are conducted so as to minimise the potential hazards/risks of the bacteria known as Legionella.
- Information on Legionella and relevant health regulations can be found at the NSW Department of Health website.
- For information on development consent please visit the Planning, Building and Development section of this site.
Inspection fees and charges
For 2011-2012 financial year, per premises.
Inspection fee for cooling towers and warm water systems ...$100
Reinspection fee (for compliance) ...$100
- Muswellbrook Shire Council Cooling Tower and Warm-Water Systems Management Plan (68.5kb)
- Local Authority Inspection checklist (extracted from above management plan) (11.7kb)
This page last updated 16 February, 2012 12:10 PM
