The legionella bacterium is an old acquaintance. After several outbreaks of the deadly Legionnaire's Disease, interest in the bacterium has increased again, and a great deal of attention is being paid to combating and preventing these bacteria.

The brochure, issued by the Netherlands Shipping Inspectorate, has been updated.
The information is adapted to the latest insights of growth, infection and prevention.

The listed Points of Special Interest on Ships has been brought up to date.
The printed version has eyelets to keep the brochure in a binder, but the brochure is available as a PDF file as well.