Are Bees and Wasps the same?

Bees are often confused with wasps because they have a similar shaped body. However bees are vital for pollination to occur and should not be harmed. Wasps have distinct yellow/black bands around the abdomen, Bees have a more non-descript light brown/brown-yellow colour.

How long does a Wasps nest last?

A nest will last for 4-6 months however during this time, the nest may change from active to inactive depending on the time of the year.

What will happen if I kill a Wasp?

Killing one wasps will usually attract more. It is better to repel or ignore the wasp, rather than kill.

How long do Wasps live?

A queen can live as long as 12 months as she hibernates during the winter in order to establish a new colony the following spring/summer. It is thought that worker wasps live for around 12 – 22 days and male wasps have even shorter lives.

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What is HSG 274?

HSG 274 is a guidance document for duty holders, which includes employers, those in control of premises and those with health and safety responsibilities for others, to help them comply with their legal duties. These include identifying and assessing sources of risk, preparing a scheme to prevent or control risk, implementing, managing and monitoring precautions, keeping records of precautions and appointing a manager responsible for others.

The guidance gives practical advice on the legal requirements of the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974, the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 concerning the risk from exposure to legionella and guidance on compliance with the relevant parts of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.

The guidance is in three parts:

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Yes, by managing systems where legionella is most likely found. Secondly, contacting a professional who can complete treatment on sources where the risk of legionella is high is also advised.

Legionnaires’ disease can be contracted when water droplets containing Legionella bacteria enter a person’s lungs.

There is currently no cap on fines for Legionella. However, examples show companies being fined nearly £2 million after failing a legionella test

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