About LEVCentral
LEVCentral was established in 2015 by Bill Cassells to create a freely accessible knowledge base dedicated to Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) and Industrial Ventilation.
At the time, valuable LEV guidance, research papers, technical publications and industry resources were scattered across numerous websites, making it difficult for practitioners to locate reliable information quickly. LEVCentral was created to bring these resources together in a single location and provide a central reference point for the LEV community.
Over the years, the project has grown into a comprehensive resource centre containing guidance from the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), research institutions, professional bodies, industry organisations and technical specialists. In addition to external resources, LEVCentral now publishes its own Good Practice Guides and technical papers covering subjects such as LEV commissioning, system assurance and performance verification.
Supporting Competence in LEV
Everyone involved in the specification, design, installation, commissioning, management and testing of LEV systems should be competent to undertake their role. Competence is built through a combination of knowledge, practical experience and professional capability.
Training courses form an important part of this process, but true competence is developed through ongoing learning, practical application and continuous professional development.
LEVCentral supports this objective by providing access to technical guidance, industry publications, training resources and practical good practice information relevant to all areas of the LEV lifecycle.
Professional Development and Mentoring
Professional development remains a key element of the LEVCentral philosophy. The site promotes learning opportunities and supports individuals seeking to develop their skills within the LEV sector.
LEV practitioners who have recently completed training courses and wish to further develop their practical understanding may also benefit from mentoring and professional guidance as they progress within the industry.
A Resource for the LEV Community
LEVCentral operates on a not-for-profit ethos and is intended to support the wider LEV and occupational hygiene community.
The resource centre is used by commissioners, designers, installers, testers, occupational hygienists, safety professionals, duty holders, researchers, trainers and students. Contributions, suggestions and feedback are always welcomed, helping the knowledge base continue to grow and remain relevant to industry needs.
LEVCentral belongs to the LEV community. We encourage visitors to share useful resources, suggest new content and contribute to the continued development of the knowledge base.
About OXYL8
LEVCentral is supported by OXYL8, a specialist provider of LEV training, consultancy and technical support services.
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