Do Zip taps comply with Legionella safety in the UK?
Lily Hedley | August 15, 2025
Short answer:Yes. Zip Classic taps are designed to minimise Legionella risk.
Legionella overview
Legionella is a bacteria that can grow in water systems and cause Legionnaires’ disease, a serious type of pneumonia. Without proper management, water stored at unsafe temperatures can become a breeding ground. Legionella bacteria can grow in water stored between 20–45°C.
Water above 60°C kills the pathogen, and regulations recommend dispensing hot water above 50°C. Managing storage and delivery temperatures is key to keeping drinking water safe in office environments.
Product overview
The Zip Classic Plus and Classic Plus All-in-One deliver instant filtered boiling and chilled water.
The systems feature innovative filtration and disinfection mechanisms to protect users from waterborne bacteria.
How it works
- MicroPurity filtration removes sediment, chlorine, heavy metals, cysts, and microplastics from incoming water.
- UV-C LED disinfection module treats chilled water as it is poured, reducing Legionella and other pathogens by 99.9%.
- SteriTouch antimicrobial surfaces embedded in key water-contact components reduce bacterial growth on touchpads and internal pathways.
- Boiling water is delivered at near-boiling temperatures, eliminating unsafe warm water storage.
The bottom line
- Zip taps store boiling water only at safe temperatures.
- Chilled water is filtered and UV-disinfected at the point of dispense, preventing contamination.
- Antimicrobial surfaces minimise bacteria on critical contact points.
- These features combine to make Zip HydroTaps compliant with Legionella safety best practices.
- Water in the lines does not sit in the unsafe temperature range, reducing risk further.
- Systems are designed for high hygiene standards and efficiency.
Any reputable water dispenser supplier will be more than happy to guide you through the Legionella protection provided by their products.
Read up on Billi and Borg & Overstrom water dispensers, and their safety features, on our learning hub.