TP26-02 Legionellosis Rules & Regulations: New Jersey, Ohio, and Beyond

In America, the power to regulate Legionella is reserved to the individual states. Accordingly, the existence and type of Legionella regulations vary from state to state. This publication addresses Legionella-related laws and regulations across the country, including those in New Jersey and hospital-focused rules in Ohio. For New Jersey, a background history will be covered along with what buildings are covered under the law and associated timeline for compliance. In Ohio, similar information will be described from the new Ohio licensing rules. Importantly, interest parties may become involved in the development of such laws and rules will be covered. Additionally, information on drivers for new laws and rules will be covered, including how insurance companies and others may impact promulgation. As commercial insurers begin to consider legionella exposure in their risk assessments for underwriting policies, it will become increasingly important for businesses to have an action plan in place to mitigate risk.