LEV Services in Luton
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LEV Services
- LEV solutions for your dust, fume, and oil mist extraction requirements
- Comprehensive LEV support covering design, supply, installation, testing, and servicing of LEV systems
- LEV services conducted by BOHS qualified engineers
- Receive a detailed post-inspection report following LEV Testing
- Compliant with HSE HSG258 guidance and COSHH Regulations 2002 (as amended)
LEV Design Services in Luton
Our experienced LEV project engineers take time to understand your processes and the substances your team works with. From concept to completion, we design systems that are compliant, effective, and built for your needs.
Each LEV solution follows HSG258 guidance and considers EH40/2005 Workplace Exposure Limits to protect your people and improve workplace air quality.
A safe, well-ventilated environment using a well-designed LEV system, supports better employee health, retention, and productivity.
All our design engineers are BOHS P602 certified in LEV system design.
LEV Installation in Luton
From small-scale installations to large ducted LEV systems and full refurbishments, our team works seamlessly to deliver complete and compliant LEV systems across a wide range of applications.
We pride ourselves on working closely with main contractors, M&E teams, and end clients to keep timelines tight and disruption low.
We continue to invest in cutting-edge design technology and hold trusted accreditations including CHAS, SafeContractor, and BESA, to ensure we maintain the highest standards.
LEV Electrical Interfacing - Return on Investment
No matter how smooth your production line runs, there will always be times when machinery is paused for resets or part changes.
Most LEV systems continue running during these breaks, which means more energy used and additional noise in the workspace.
By fitting an LEV interfacing kit, the LEV system only operates while equipment is active, with a run off timer to ensure safe air clearance before shutdown.
The benefits include lower running costs, a quieter environment, and reduced carbon footprint.
For a production environment operating for 8 hours a day, roughly 50% of that time is downtime where components are removed and machine tools are reset.
Organisations can expect to see a significant reduction in energy consumption, and a typical ROI within 3-24 months.
For a production environment operating for 8 hours a day, roughly 50% of that time is downtime where components are removed and machine tools are reset.
Organisations can expect to see a significant reduction in energy consumption, and a typical ROI within 3-24 months.
LEV Testing in Luton
- Employee well-being
- Equipment longevity
- Compliance assurance
- Productivity & efficiency
What's involved in an LEV test?
- Thorough visual and structural examination, measuring the control effectiveness of your LEV systems.
- Measurement of technical performance.
- Assessment of control effectiveness.
- The issuance of comprehensive reports and compliance labels.
What's included in a COSHH report?
A test report is compiled for each LEV system. This will include:
- The engineer’s findings;
- Air flow measurements;
- The condition of the examined components;
- Any recommendations by the engineer;
- Filter condition;
- Filter replacement record.
Upon completion, a Certificate of Compliance is issued. This states that the equipment is suitable and fit for the purpose of effectively controlling the hazardous material. This report serves as a record of legal compliance in line with COSHH Regulations 2002 and HSG258 guidance.
What happens if a system fails an LEV test?
In the event of a failed test, we’ll document any shortcomings in your system and outline the necessary steps to restore compliance.
A quote will be provided for the repair work, and once carried out, we’ll re-test to verify performance.
If the system is beyond repair, we’ll help you select a replacement that fits your application.
What's the difference between LEV testing and LEV servicing?
Servicing goes beyond compliance – it’s about preventative care for your LEV systems.
By staying on top of routine maintenance, you reduce the impact of general wear, avoid surprise failures, and ultimately improve the performance and value of your investment in clean air technology.
Under the COSHH Regulations 2002 (as amended), employers are legally required to keep LEV systems clean, well-maintained, and in efficient working condition.
A competent, qualified person must carry out testing at least every 14 months, with results stored securely for five years. Some processes demand more frequent checks, for example metal grinding.
Inadequate testing increases risk to employee health, especially their long-term respiratory health. Plus, failure to prove compliance can result in your business insurance policies being invalidated, and can potentially expose your company to significant fines.
Our LEV services follow HSG258 Section 10 guidelines when it comes to frequency and timing of LEV testing. We advise scheduling annual tests to allow time for any repairs and retesting as needed.
As an employer, it is your legal obligation to ensure that any LEV system is maintained in an efficient state, in effective working order, in good repair, and in a clean condition.
LEV testing must be performed at least once every 14 months according to COSHH Regulations 2002. Some processes, such as metal grinding, require more frequent testing. The examination and test must be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person, and records need to be kept for 5 years.
If your LEV systems have not been tested regularly, or the systems are failing, it poses a serious risk to the health of your employees. Insufficient extraction can have adverse and long-term impacts on your employees’ respiratory systems. Not only that, but failure to prove compliance can invalidate business insurance policies or result in your company receiving significant fines.
Our comprehensive service ensures you remain compliant with HSG258 Section 10 guidance in terms of frequency and timing of LEV testing. We recommend arranging an annual LEV test. If the system fails for any reason, there is still time to complete repairs, modifications, and retesting within the timeframe.
Why choose McCarthy Environmental for your LEV Testing
The only provider you need
Our experienced team, with over nine decades of combined industry knowledge, provides a full suite of LEV services. This includes regular testing, maintenance, and system upgrades, alongside full-scale design, supply, and installation of extraction systems across the country.
Finding the right solution for you, not us
We’re not influenced by brand allegiances. Instead, we guide you to the right extraction solution from our network of trusted suppliers – so you get exactly what your business needs, no more, no less.
Support when you need it
We back our technical know-how with a strong emphasis on partnership and customer care – ensuring that you always have the guidance, compliance insight, and ongoing support your business needs.
Qualified & competent examiners
Our LEV examiners each hold a BOHS P601 proficiency certificate in Initial Appraisal and Thorough Examination and Testing of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems at a minimum.
Helping you to stay compliant
The 14-month rule for LEV testing doesn’t apply universally – processes such as metal grinding require more frequent testing. Our engineers remain up to date with legal and technical developments so we can deliver the right advice for your needs.
A reliable and worthwhile investment
We use only trusted, high-grade equipment, which lets us offer customised maintenance and testing packages. This ensures you’ll receive lasting value and comprehensive support for the duration of your system’s use.
Trusted & accredited
Accredited by The Contractor’s Health & Safety Assessment Scheme (CHAS) and Safe Contractor Approved, we are also a member of the Building & Engineering Services Association (BESA).
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