Alaska - Legionella Prevention and Costs of Legionnaires Outbreaks
Historical Headlines Related to Legionella
December 9, 2024
The University of Alaska Fairbanks closed the showers in two of its buildings in October after the water tested positive for Legionella. The federal leases on the Akasofu and Usibelli buildings require UAF tests for Legionella periodically, per the General Services Administration guidelines starting this year. Concurrently with this test, a researcher at UAF with a large water project was running a separate test in the Akasofu building, and both tests, disconnected from one another, found Legionella in the water. (Source)
Reported Settlements and Jury Awards
Given the incidence of legionella in Alaska, and its associated harm, personal injury claims and litigation are also becoming more frequent. Reported settlements and jury awards are unavailable at this time.
State Cap on Jury Awards
Alaska does not have a cap on the award amounts allowable by law. In addition, public health notices and negative media attention can also lead to business interruption and reputation damage.
Groundwater Temperature Risk Level – Medium
Overall Liability and Risk for Alaska – High
No, ASHRAE 188 is not part of the state code
Legionella and Water Management Plan Assistance
Need help? For Legionella consulting and services, Water Management Plans, Legionella Control Systems, and Legionella testing please contact us at Legionella Control Systems at 888-416-8626 or info@legionellacontrolsystems.com
