In the UK specific legal liabilities may include:
Compliance with Health and Safety Regulations: Property management companies are obligated to comply with health and safety regulations, which often include requirements for Legionella risk control.
Duty of Care: Property management companies have a duty of care to take reasonable steps to prevent harm or illness due to Legionella exposure on their properties.
Negligence Claims: If someone becomes ill with Legionnaires' disease or suffers harm due to Legionella exposure on a managed property, there could be negligence claims if it is proven that the property management company failed to meet its duty of care.
Contractual Obligations: Property management companies may have contractual agreements with property owners or tenants that include responsibilities for Legionella prevention and testing.