This session will provide an overview of the challenges for a qualified professional when performing a Legionella evaluation. The differences between a routine sampling and outbreak response investigation will be reviewed, as well as discussions regarding the various types of Legionella bacteria, emergency remediation and susceptible populations. Finally, current guidance for water management in buildings will be presented including both potable and non-potable systems and a case study, if time allows. The goal of this presentation is for the attendee to increase their knowledge of potential sources of Legionella and impact on public health.

Speakers: Kevin Aikman, PhD, CIH, FAIHA & Robert Rottersman, MS, CIH | Ramboll

Dr. Aikman earned his Ph.D. in Plant Biology from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale in 1992. He earned his ABIH certification as a CIH in 1998 and was named an AIHA Fellow in 2014. Dr. Aikman has performed numerous indoor air and water quality assessments in commercial buildings, public schools, and higher education over the past 32 years. In his current role as a Principal at Ramboll, he actively directs and provides technical support on projects in several Ramboll Health Sciences industrial hygiene disciplines and expert litigation support.

Rob Rottersman is a Certified Industrial Hygienist and Principal at Ramboll. He has over 25 years of experience in industrial hygiene with emphasis on chemical and biological exposure evaluation and analysis. Rob has Master of Science degree from Colorado State University where he specialized in epidemiology.
He has performed numerous risk assessments and developed control strategies for Legionella in buildings. Rob has lead outbreak investigations and provided expert support and testimony in matters related to Legionnaires’ disease and have worked on some of the largest, and most publicized, outbreaks in the United States.

Cost to Attend:
Free for AHMP Members | $15 Non-Members

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