The three-day conference is sponsored by the National Science Foundation and marks the first time experts from industry, academia, public health, medicine and government will meet to discuss Legionella and other pathogens

Scientists hypothesize a connection between low flow rates and outbreaks of waterborne diseases such as Legionnaires’ disease, warns Plumbing Manufacturers International.

In his new role, Purkiss leads NSF International's global water programs, including certification programs for products used in municipal water treatment, water distribution, residential drinking water treatment, plumbing, pools and spas, and wastewater treatment.

The CBSA said that the investigations are the result of a complaint filed by Cello Products Inc (Cello) of Cambridge, Ontario. 

This is the first time a Washington employer has faced felony charges for a workplace fatality.