LEV Testing & Assessment – Improve Safety, Ensure COSHH Compliance

At DustScan, we specialise in Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) testing and assessment to help you control airborne contaminants like dust, fumes, vapours, and gases – and achieve full COSHH compliance under UK regulations.

Our independent service follows HSG258 guidance, delivering thorough LEV system examination, airflow testing, and smoke checks to verify capture effectiveness and system performance. We then provide clear, actionable reporting to guide improvements.

LEV Testing & Assessment

When to undertake LEV Testing:

Legally mandatory minimum every 14 months, or more frequently for high-risk processes
We help you implement routine user checks and a logbook system for smooth compliance

What’s Included:

Visual inspection: Detect wear, damage, blockages or design issues
Airflow and velocity testing: Precise measurements with calibrated instruments
Smoke testing: Validate that contaminants are contained at the source
Benchmarks checked: Compare results against design specs and HSG258 standards
Comprehensive report: Includes photos, diagrams, measurements, and recommendations

Industries Supported:

We offer LEV testing, assessment, and examination services to businesses across all industries where airborne contaminants may be present.

Our clients include companies in:

Printing and textiles
Metalworking and fabrication
Woodworking and plastics machining
Paint spraying and coating
Laboratories and chemical handling

Whether you operate in manufacturing, engineering, healthcare, research, or any other sector, our LEV inspections help you maintain COSHH compliance and protect your workforce.

Why DustScan?

Independent, qualified and experienced LEV examiners
Keeps you fully COSHH & HSG258 compliant
Practical improvement advice with clear visuals and data
Fast, precise reports that help improve efficiency and safety

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Ian Mason

(BSc, CertOH, LFOH)
Principal Consultant

Discuss your requirements with our Principal Consultant

If you would like to discuss any of your LEV testing needs with our Principal Consultant we can organise an initial call to understand your exact requirements.

Please call us on +44 (0)1608 810110 or email Ian using the email button below.