What a Birmingham LEV test covers
LEV testing checks that your extraction still controls exposure to airborne contaminants as intended. For employers using it to control hazardous substances, thorough examination and testing is a legal requirement under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002. COSHH regulations set the general interval at least once every 14 months, or at the shorter interval in Schedule 4 for its specified processes. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance HSG258 describes a visual inspection, a review of technical performance and an assessment of control effectiveness. This covers the LEV system as it is used, including how employees position the hoods and carry out the work. Measurements alone need to be considered alongside those observations. Read the LEV testing regulations guide for the duty and shorter intervals.
Choose a competent person with relevant knowledge, skills and practical experience of LEV systems like yours. Give them your commissioning report, user manual, logbook and previous findings where available. These help establish how the LEV system should perform and whether it has changed. Tell the examiner about new processes, different materials or altered ductwork before the visit. Arrange safe access and discuss safety risks and how normal work can be observed during the examination. Ask for a written scope and a clear record of the results, including defects and the action needed. Keep that record, or a suitable summary, available for at least five years from the date it was made. Read the findings and act on them. To support a compliant workplace, maintain effective control between visits and record routine checks and repairs. The LEV testing cost guide explains what to include when asking companies to price the work.
Testers covering Birmingham
Discuss testing standards using HSG258 and ask for evidence of any BOHS P601 qualification claimed. LevHQ does not verify qualifications or certify listed testers as compliant.
A1 Extraction Systems Ltd
Newton Abbot
1 mile away
UK provider of industrial dust and fume extraction based in Newton Abbot, Devon. Specialists in Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) testing and inspection, helping...
Workforce First Limited
Wolverhampton
13 miles away
Workforce First Limited visits many companies in the West Midlands to provide the thorough examination and testing of LEV required by Regulation 9 of the COSHH...
West midlands filtration
Tamworth
14 miles away
West Midlands Filtration are supplier of Industrial Dust & Fume Extraction based in Tamworth West Midlands. We specialise in providing LEV COSSH testing as well...
16 miles away
Specialising in Proof Load Testing, Pressure Testing and conducting statutory Health & Safety inspections on LOLER, PUWER, PSSR (pressure systems/vessels), LEV...
First Environment Limited
Cannock Chase
17 miles away
R.A.M Environmental Ltd.
Bridgnorth
22 miles away
RAM Environmental Ltd provide specialist Dust Extraction and Fume Extraction services to a wide range of industry sectors throughout Birmingham, the West Midlan...
RAM Environmental
Bridgnorth
22 miles away
R.A.M Environmental is a small client focused company providing dust and fume extraction services within the Industry and Education areas, dedicated to offering...
Occupational Hygiene Solutions Ltd
Stafford
25 miles away
Request a bespoke proposal Air Monitoring Noise Surveys LEV Testing COSHH Support Air Monitoring Noise Surveys LEV Testing COSHH Support Air Monitoring Noise Su...
HVDS
Stafford
25 miles away
Air filtration, dust extraction and LEV systems for UK food and beverage manufacturers. BRCGS accredited, TR19 compliant, trusted by 100+ UK food sites.
Filtermist Limited
Telford
25 miles away
Filtermist Limited, part of Absolent Air Care Group, manufactures its own brand of centrifugal oil mist mist filters which are sold into more than 60 countries...
Socotec
South Derbyshire
26 miles away
Oakley Design
Rugby
27 miles away
SUPPLY & INSTALLATION OF NEDERMAN & KEMPER FUME & DUST EXTRACTION SYSTEMS, HIRE OF PORTABLE LEV EQUIPMENT, COSHH TESTING, SERVICE & REPAIR
Workplace Safety Management Ltd
Coalville
28 miles away
Workplace Safety Management (WSM) is a trusted Midlands specialist in LEV testing, dust and fume extraction, and industrial ventilation systems. With 25+ years...
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LEV testing questions for Birmingham
How many LEV testers are listed near Birmingham?
This page lists 13 testers within 50 km of Birmingham. Check with each company that it covers your workplace.
How far do the listed testers near Birmingham travel?
The testers listed near Birmingham have service radii of 80 km from their own locations. Confirm travel to your postcode directly with the tester.
How often is LEV testing required in Birmingham?
COSHH regulations set the general interval at least once every 14 months, or at the shorter interval in Schedule 4 for its specified processes.