LEV testing is important for many reasons, in many different working environments. Any processes that produce fumes, particles, dust or any other harmful substances require proper airborne extraction and ventilation. Therefore, LEV testing is vital in ensuring that these systems are working correctly.
Here you can find a number of useful links to articles and resources which discuss the importance of LEV testing in different environments:
How often is LEV testing needed?
Unless otherwise stated, LEV testing is required every 14 months. There are a number of exceptions which are listed below.
TABLE 18: Legal maximum intervals for thorough examination and test of LEV plant used in certain processes (COSHH schedule 4).
| PROCESS | MINIMUM FREQUENCY |
|---|---|
| Processes in which blasting is carried out in or incidental to the cleaning of metal castings in connection with their manufacture | 1 month |
| Jute cloth manufacture | 1 month |
| Processes, other than wet processes, in which metal articles (other than gold, platinum or iridium) are ground, abraded or polished using mechanical power, in any room for more than 12 hours a week | 6 months |
| Processes giving off dust or fume in which non-ferrous metal castings are produced | 6 months |
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