LEV Testing in Agriculture – Essential for Dust and Fume Control
Why Workshops in Agriculture Face Hidden Risk
Agricultural workshops are some of the busiest, most varied environments anywhere. From machinery repair to feed milling, rural workshops generate a range of harmful dusts and fumes that must be controlled properly.
That’s where Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) systems come in – and legally, they must be tested every 14 months.
Where LEV Systems Are Typically Found
Across agriculture, LEV systems are used for:
• Metalworking and fabrication
• Woodworking
• Welding and soldering
• Grain and feed dust extraction
• Engineering repairs
• Chemical handling and mixing
Common Issues We See
• LEV systems installed many years ago with no documentation
• Operators unaware of the 14‑month legal testing requirement
• Dust and fume exposure risks for staff and contractors
• Systems that aren’t performing effectively
A non‑functioning LEV system not only puts people at risk, but it can also render you non‑compliant with COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) legislation.
How We Help Agricultural Businesses
We carry out:
- Full LEV system testing and cleaning
- Performance assessments and airflow measurements
- Clear, jargon‑free reporting
- Practical advice on safe use and improvements
LEV Compliance, A Practical Requirement for Agricultural Workshops
If you operate any form of workshop on agricultural land – no matter how small or infrequently used – LEV testing is very likely a legal requirement. Dust and fume exposure does not scale down with building size, and even modest operations can exceed safe limits without effective extraction.
We take a practical, agriculture-friendly approach to LEV testing, working around seasonal demands and operational constraints while delivering clear, compliant reporting you can rely on.
To understand what compliant LEV testing looks like in practice, read more about our Local Exhaust Ventilation testing service or get in touch to review your current compliance position.
