A Methodology for Classifying Root Causes of Outbreaks of Legionnaires’ Disease: Deficiencies in Environmental Control and Water Management

A Methodology for Classifying Root Causes of Outbreaks of Legionnaires’ Disease: Deficiencies in Environmental Control and Water Management

We piloted a methodology for collecting and interpreting root cause—or environmental deficiency (ED)—information from Legionnaires’ disease (LD) outbreak investigation reports. The methodology included a classification framework to assess common failures observed in the implementation of water manag...

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Main Authors: Benjamin R. Clopper, Jasen M. Kunz, Simone W. Salandy, Jessica C. Smith, Brian C. Hubbard, John P. Sarisky
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-01-01
Series:Microorganisms
Subjects:
Legionnaires’ disease
water management
environmental health
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/9/1/89

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