LEV Awareness Day – In-House Training
Workplace Awareness & Operational Understanding
This practical one-day programme provides employees and supervisors with a clear understanding of Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) systems, their purpose, and their role in controlling hazardous substances in the workplace.
The course focuses on practical awareness — enabling participants to operate LEV systems correctly, recognise early signs of poor performance, and understand their responsibilities under COSHH Regulations.
Who Should Attend
This course is suitable for:
- Operators working with LEV-controlled processes
- Supervisors and team leaders
- Maintenance personnel
- Health & Safety representatives
- Managers with responsibility for LEV systems
Course Duration
1 Day (approximately 6–7 hours)
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will understand:
- The purpose and basic principles of LEV systems
- The health risks associated with airborne contaminants
- The legal responsibilities under COSHH Regulations
- The difference between general ventilation and LEV
- How to recognise signs of poor system performance
- The importance of routine user checks and reporting faults
- The limitations of LEV and when additional controls may be required
Programme Overview
The course typically covers:
- Health hazards from dusts, fumes, mists, vapours and gases
- Employer and employee responsibilities under COSHH
- The hierarchy of control measures
- Core components of an LEV system (hood, ductwork, air cleaner, fan, discharge)
- How LEV captures contaminants at source
- Common causes of reduced effectiveness
- User checks and maintenance awareness
- Understanding the purpose of Thorough Examination & Testing (TExT)
- Safe working practices when using LEV-controlled processes
Practical Demonstration
Where possible, the programme includes a practical walkthrough of the workplace LEV systems in operation.
This may include airflow visualisation demonstrations and guidance on what to look for during routine use.
Assessment & Certification
The day concludes with a short knowledge check and group discussion to reinforce key learning points.
Participants receive an OXYL8 Certificate of Attendance.
Delivery Format
This programme is delivered exclusively as an in-house course, tailored to your specific workplace environment and LEV systems.
The structure and emphasis can be adjusted to reflect your operational risks and industry sector.
Fees
Fees are based on in-house delivery requirements and location.
For further details and costings, please complete the enquiry form below or contact:
admin@oxyl8.com
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