The company offers LEV Testing throughout the UK to evaluate the performance of its customers’ LEV systems, to ensure they are compliant with COSSH Regulations.
"Extraction for airborne particulate such as oil mist and dust should not be seen as a box-ticking exercise – it is vital that it actually works as required. Frequent LEV Testing is both a moral and legal imperative that helps companies remain compliant with the latest legislation and protects the health and wellbeing of their teams,” Clair Banks, Filtermist’s UK Aftermarket Manager, said in a statement.
“Recent data from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) estimates that 12,000 lung disease deaths between 2022 and 2023 were linked to workplace exposures - a stark statistic that highlights the need for stringent LEV requirements. By offering thorough LEV Tests, we help our customers ensure the air in their workplace is clean and safe to breathe.”
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations state that all LEV systems must be tested at least once every 14 months by a competent person. The legislation applies to all oil mist, fume, smoke and dust extraction units that are classed as Local Exhaust Ventilation.
Filtermist’s P601 qualified engineers examine LEV systems against industry standards and HSE guidelines including HSG258 ‘Controlling airborne contaminants at work: A guide to local exhaust ventilation (LEV).'
They employ a wide range of methods during their site inspections, including reviewing working practices and processes, checking fans and motor rotation units, and carrying out smoke clearance time tests.
Once the engineer has completed their evaluation, they create a digital report which is then forwarded to the customers and kept on file for future reference. If necessary, the report will identify areas for potential improvement and make expert recommendations.
“Companies that fail to examine their LEV systems properly run the risk of prosecutions, employee sickness and reputational damage,” added Banks. “At Filtermist, we make it our mission to help clients avoid these serious consequences by inspecting their equipment and making sure that it is compliant with COSHH regulations.”
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