COSHH LEV Inspections in Leigh
Leigh is a town in the Wigan borough with a strong industrial heritage in textiles and coal mining. Today, it supports manufacturing and logistics businesses, with Leigh Commerce Park and the Parsonage Retail Park area providing employment alongside the nearby Heinz factory at Kitt Green.
About COSHH LEV Inspections in Leigh
Local exhaust ventilation systems across Leigh protect workers from hazardous dusts, fumes, and vapours generated in the town's manufacturing, engineering, and commercial operations, and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 require that every such system is thoroughly examined and tested at least every fourteen months. Safe Lee Inspection & Consultancy provides COSHH LEV testing throughout Leigh, serving businesses on Leigh Commerce Park, Butts Mill Way Industrial Area, and across the wider town. Engineering workshops and fabrication businesses in Leigh generate welding fumes, grinding particulates, and metalworking fluid mist that extraction arms, downdraft tables, and booth extraction systems must capture effectively at source. Leigh's food and beverage sector, operating in the same industrial corridor as the major Heinz facility at Kitt Green, handles ingredients producing flour dust, powder particulates, and cooking vapours requiring effective ventilation. Woodworking firms — joineries, kitchen manufacturers, and timber processors — depend on dust extraction connected to every saw, planer, router, and sander, with wood dust classified as a carcinogen that demands consistent and reliable control. Vehicle body repair shops across Leigh operate spray booths where isocyanate-containing paints produce fumes that are among the leading causes of occupational asthma in the United Kingdom. The town's converted industrial premises, including spaces within the historic Leigh Spinners Mill complex, sometimes house businesses where LEV systems have been adapted or extended from original installations and may no longer perform to required standards. Our engineers test each system comprehensively — measuring capture velocities at every hood and slot, inspecting ductwork for leaks, blockages, and corrosion, evaluating filter condition and pressure drop, and verifying fan output against original design parameters. Safe Lee provides the statutory examination reports COSHH requires, along with practical recommendations for system improvements. Based in Irlam, we reach Leigh quickly via the A580 East Lancashire Road.
Key Areas We Cover
- Leigh Commerce Park
- Butts Mill Way Industrial Area
- Parsonage area
Local Landmarks
Leigh Spinners Mill — Grade II listed former cotton mill, one of the largest remaining mill buildings in Lancashire
Frequently Asked Questions
Do manufacturing businesses on Leigh Commerce Park need statutory inspections?
Yes. Manufacturing businesses on Leigh Commerce Park require statutory inspections based on the equipment they operate. This typically includes LOLER examinations for overhead cranes and forklifts, PSSR inspections for compressed air systems, PUWER assessments for production machinery, and COSHH LEV testing for welding fume or dust extraction systems.
How often must forklifts and overhead cranes at Leigh industrial sites be examined under LOLER?
Under LOLER 1998, forklifts and overhead cranes at Leigh's industrial sites used for goods handling must be thoroughly examined by a competent person at least every 12 months. Any lifting equipment used to carry people — including scissor lifts, goods lifts with passenger capacity, and forklifts fitted with working platform attachments — must be examined every 6 months. Lifting accessories such as chains, slings, shackles, and eyebolts must be examined every 6 months regardless of how frequently they are used. SafeLee provides LOLER examinations across the Leigh and Wigan borough area.
What does a COSHH LEV inspection involve?
A COSHH LEV inspection involves a thorough examination and test of your local exhaust ventilation system. This includes visual inspection of ductwork, hoods, and fans, airflow measurements at capture points, static pressure readings through the system, and checks on filters and discharge points to ensure the system effectively controls hazardous substances.
How often is a COSHH LEV inspection required?
Under COSHH Regulation 9, LEV systems must be thoroughly examined and tested at least every 14 months. Some specific processes have shorter intervals — for example, LEV for certain blasting operations must be examined every month, and spray-painting booths every 6 months. Your system should be examined according to whichever interval applies.
What equipment does a COSHH LEV inspection cover?
COSHH LEV inspections cover all local exhaust ventilation systems including fume cupboards, extraction arms, downdraft benches, spray booth ventilation, dust extraction systems, welding fume extraction, woodworking extraction, and any other system designed to capture and remove airborne contaminants at source.
Industries Requiring COSHH LEV Inspections in Leigh
We work with businesses of all sizes across a wide range of sectors.
Manufacturing
Leigh Commerce Park and Butts Mill Way support manufacturing businesses using industrial machinery, overhead cranes, and compressed air systems requiring PUWER, LOLER, and PSSR inspections.
Food & Beverage
Leigh's proximity to the Kraft Heinz Kitt Green factory means the area's food supply chain businesses operate pressure vessels, steam systems, and extraction ventilation requiring PSSR and COSHH LEV inspections.
Construction
The guided busway corridor and new-build developments in Leigh generate demand for WAHR inspections of scaffolding, harnesses, and fall arrest systems.
Our COSHH LEV Inspections Process
A straightforward, professional approach from first contact to ongoing compliance.
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Initial Consultation
We discuss your requirements, the equipment involved, and any specific regulatory obligations relevant to your site.
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Site Survey
Our engineer visits your premises to assess the scope of the inspection and identify any immediate concerns.
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Thorough Examination
A detailed, hands-on inspection of all relevant equipment carried out to the applicable statutory standards.
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Report & Recommendations
You receive a comprehensive written report detailing findings, defects, and clear recommendations for remedial action.
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Ongoing Support
We provide follow-up guidance, schedule future inspections, and help you maintain continuous compliance.
Is Your Business Compliant?
Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002, employers and duty holders are legally required to ensure equipment is thoroughly examined by a competent person at regular intervals. Failure to comply can result in significant fines, enforcement action, and — most importantly — puts your workforce at serious risk.
Leigh is a town in the Wigan borough with a strong industrial heritage in textiles and coal mining. Today, it supports manufacturing and logistics businesses, with Leigh Commerce Park and the Parsonage Retail Park area providing employment alongside the nearby Heinz factory at Kitt Green.
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 compliance is not optional
What Our Clients Say
“Lee is a fantastic engineer and very approachable. He delivers examinations with minimal disturbance to your operations in a timely manner. If you need or are unsure if your equipment requires an examination, contact Lee and he will guide you through the process of becoming and staying compliant.”
Lee Stanaway
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“Brilliant company! Can't recommend Lee enough. Great communication throughout and speedy reporting to ensure kit is compliant with LOLER and PUWER.”
Thomas Bullivant
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“Great service, very knowledgeable regarding my lifting equipment. If you're needing a LOLER examination carried out, get on to Safe Lee!”
Sean Crawford
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