LEV Examination (CoSHH)

Does your organisation work with hazardous substances?

The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 2002 Regulations (CoSHH) states that any local exhaust ventilation system (LEV) used with hazardous substances requires thorough examination. Regular LEV inspections are vital for the protection of workers’ health when working with specific substances and materials. Breach of COSHH regulations by an employer or employee is a crime, punishable by an unlimited fine.

 
 

Examples of
LEV Plant requiring examination

 
  • Firing Range Systems
  • Fume Cupboards
  • Paint Spray Booths - Open Fronted & Enclosed
  • Powder Spray Booths - Open Fronted & Enclosed
  • Soldering Fume Extraction Systems(Multi-Leg & Portable Units)
  • Welding Fume Multi-Leg Systems - Installed Systems & Portable Units
  • Wood Dust Extraction - Multi-Leg Systems & Portable Units

Here to help you stay CoSHH Compliant

With over 30 years’ experience, you can trust Hutcheon Examination Services (HESL) to carry out robust inspections of any local exhaust ventilation systems (LEVs) used within your organisation.

  • We realise that this equipment is essential to the running of your business, so our fully qualified Engineer Surveyors work around your schedule, avoiding inconvenient interruptions
  • For the protection of your employees, we deploy a variety of specialist techniques (e.g. spray booth clearance time tests using smoke) and utilise only the most reliable calibrated testing equipment
  • You’ll get full inspection follow-up reports on the safety of enclosures, hoods, ducting, booths and fume cupboards in compliance with CoSHH for verification
  • Our reports comply with the requirement of HSG258
  • The Engineer Surveyor who will carry out the examination will hold the BOHS IP601 qualification - Thorough Examination and Testing of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems

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FAQ's

Questions we frequently get asked

What is LEV testing?

Local exhaust ventilation (LEV) testing is conducted on LEV systems that remove dust, fumes and vapours to ensure they are working as intended by their design and are fit for purpose.

Who can carry out LEV testing?

LEV testing requires specialist skills and knowledge. As a result, businesses engage third-party individuals or organisations with the requisite expertise to carry out the testing.

What do I need for LEV testing?

In addition to having a qualified examiner to carry out the testing, you need to supply the commissioning report of the system, its user manual and logbook that detail the checks and maintenance that have been performed.

Is LEV testing a legal requirement?

Yes, LEV testing is a legal requirement and is covered by the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 2002 Regulations (CoSHH) that states any system that deals with hazardous substances needs to be examined.

What are the consequences of not meeting the regulations for LEV testing?

As LEV testing is a legal requirement, breach of these regulations is punishable by an unlimited fine or even imprisonment.

How often should LEV testing be done?

LEV testing should take place at least every 14 months, while more complex systems should be tested more frequently.

What should be included in LEV testing?

  • Moving parts that may wear, such as fan bearings or filter shakers.
  • Non-moving parts, such as hoods, ductwork and seals (which can suffer physical or chemical damage and wear).
  • Parts that deteriorate with use, such as filters or flexible ducting.
  • Items that need regular attention, such as filters that need replacing, or removing sludge from a wet scrubber.

What are examples of LEV systems?

  • Firing range systems
  • Fume cupboards
  • Paint spray booths - open fronted & enclosed
  • Powder spray booths - open fronted & enclosed
  • Soldering fume extraction systems (multi-leg & portable units)
  • Welding fume multi-leg systems - installed systems & portable units
  • Wood dust extraction - multi-leg systems & portable units
 

Find out more about LEV Examination (CoSHH)

To help your business achieve CoSHH compliance, we provide LEV examination services in Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire, Surrey, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, London and the surrounding areas.

For all other regions, please feel free to contact us and we'll be able to provide a quote.

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Our Accreditations

We Are Proud To Hold The Following Accreditations

Personable, Professional, Efficient & Friendly

I have had the pleasure of working alongside Hutcheon Examination Services for over a year now and I cannot fault their high end quality of work and professional attitude all mixed in with the personal time business approach to customer satisfaction. I have regular dealings with both Suzanne and Claire and my queries are always dealt with swiftly and efficiently. I know that I can rely on the admin team to ensure that the inspections are carried out within a timely manner and that we maintain compliance of our stock. I have also dealt with Peter and Lynne and every time an issue needs resolving, they have not disappointed. The feedback we have received from our residents is that the engineers are both friendly and informative about what they are doing. I would not hesitate in recommending HESL to any organisation. Thanks Team!
- Janina Haisman, Green Square Accord

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