LEV Testing during Lockdown

LEV testing or Local Exhaust Ventilation systems are created as protection for workers against dangerous and health-threatening dust and fumes. In order to guarantee that LEV systems are working appropriately, it’s essential to arrange LEV tests regularly. When it comes to local exhaust ventilation testing during a pandemic lockdown, there are a few things that need to be considered.

In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about local exhaust ventilation or LEV testing during a lockdown.

LEV inspection – all you need to know

One of the most important things to remember is that all LEV systems are obliged to go through examination and test at a minimum of once every 14 months. The HSE or Health and Safety Executive, have announced official guidelines regarding the TExT or the thorough examination and test that are implied for tests during the pandemic. These guidelines reveal that the HSE expects duty holders to make all reasonable efforts to arrange for a thorough examination and testing to be carried out within the statutory time limits. Also, there is a legal obligation to ensure that the work plant and equipment is maintained and is safe to use.

Here is a more detailed overview of the released guidelines:

• Access to plant and equipment for TExT schedules to continue as normal must be ensured by businesses or inspection authorities
• Even if the business is closed, a TExT is still required to guarantee compliance
• Critical industries are with the highest priority, meaning that some sectors’ appointments may be delayed
• If a TExT has expired, it’s not permitted to continue using LEV equipment. In order to comply with HSE regulation, there must be proof that the equipment is safe for staff.

Test failure

LEV equipment is exposed to damage and harm as a result of constant use and deterioration. These can lead to hazardous consequences, employees’ harm, and pose a threat to business operations by pausing or halting the ability of the business to work as normal. In order to avoid all of these negative impacts, it’s essential to ensure that LEV systems are inspected and maintained properly. Although the LEV system is not believed to cause any trouble alone, there are certain airborne contaminants that could be decreased after inspection. In the case of LEV test failure, it’s advisable to speak to your LEV inspection company and receive advice on whether you should stop using the LEV equipment and other parts of the plant operation or take any other necessary measures.

In case the duty holders choose to continue using the equipment outside its testing period, it’s essential to show:

• The efforts made for having the plant inspected
• The path of the decision-making process that led to this choice
• The factors considered for making the decision

It’s important to note that the decision will only have temporary legitimacy. It’ll need regular review, a reinstatement to statutory compliance as early as possible, and adjustments that will take into consideration the cumulative damage that may have been caused during the outbreak.

Working safely – Our LEV Engineers

Making sure that our staff and customers are safe at all times is our upmost priority. During their visit to site, our LEV Engineers will wear necessary PPE at all times and maintain a safe distance whenever possible. If you have any concerns about your LEV test please get in contact, our team will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.

Ensure regular LEV inspections

In order to ensure that business functions accordingly throughout the pandemic, it’s essential to schedule regular LEV tests and continue putting the health and safety of staff as a top priority. By receiving this updated information about LEV tests during a lockdown, we hope we’ll make this easier and more straightforward for you. Employee protection and proper work of the local exhaust ventilation systems must be ensured at all times. If you need professional help in that regard, make sure to contact us right away. Our experience in LEV testing and improvement of ventilation systems makes us the right option for every business in the UK.

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