Local Exhaust Ventilation – an introduction

HSE have recently issued new guidance on the provision and maintenance of Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV). They are of the opinion that standards of performance of LEV are often unsatisfactory due to a lack of understanding of the engineering principles and a "tick box" approach to provision and maintenance. It is their intention to increase enforcement effort on this aspect of the COSHH Regulations and field inspectors have been given additional training in the subject.

EEF present an introductory course for engineers and managers which is independently monitored and badged by the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS).

Who should attend the Local Exhaust Ventilation – an introduction course?

Managers, engineers and maintenance staff who have responsibility for purchasing, use or maintenance of LEV systems.

What are the benefits of attending Local Exhaust Ventilation – an introduction training?

• Awareness of the new guidance
• Preparation for the further enforcement of the COSHH Regulations

Key topics in the Local Exhaust Ventilation – an introduction course

• Hazardous substances and airborne containments
• Specification of LEV
• Typical processes
• LEV – the nuts and bolts
• Instrumentation
• Commissioning and testing
• Legal responsibilities

Audience: Middle Managers, Senior Managers and Directors, First line managers