How Often Should an LEV System be Tested?
Under COSHH regulations, LEV systems must be tested at least every 14 months by a competent individual, and results must be kept on file for five years.
What’s The Difference Between General Ventilation and LEV?
We explain the key differences between general dilution ventilation and LEV, and help you understand which approach is right for your workplace.
How Do You Maintain An LEV System?
We explain how to keep your LEV system performing effectively, covering cleaning schedules, regular testing requirements and record-keeping under COSHH.
What Is P601?
We explain what the P601 qualification is, what it covers and why having a P601-accredited examiner test your LEV system guarantees a thorough and competent inspection.
What Is P602?
We explain what the BOHS P602 qualification covers, who needs it and why your LEV system must be designed by a P602-qualified engineer to be fully effective.
What is LEV Testing and What is the Process?
We explain what LEV system testing involves, why it is a legal requirement under COSHH and the step-by-step process a competent examiner follows.
Paint Fumes: Health Risks, Legal Obligations & How to Stay Safe
We cover the health risks of paint fumes, your legal obligations under COSHH and the practical controls including LEV and spray booths that keep workers safe.
Health Effects of Wood Dust Exposure and How to Protect Yourself
We explain the serious health risks of wood dust exposure including asthma, dermatitis and nasal cancer, and the extraction and PPE controls employers must put in place.
Everything You Need to Know About LEV Testing
Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 2002 regulations, employers are legally required to ensure that their employees are not exposed to harmful airborne contaminants in the workplace. In many instances, LEV systems are installed to remove these contaminants at the source and...