Resources

Textbook – LEV Aerodynamic Processes and Calculations of Dust Emissions

An Advanced Engineering Reference on LEV Aerodynamics and Dust Capture   LEVCentral Expert Commentary Whilst many LEV publications concentrate on practical system design and testing, relatively few examine the fundamental aerodynamics that govern how local exhaust ventilation actually works. Local …

HSE WL Series: COSHH Essentials for Welding, Cutting and Allied Tasks

LEVCentral Expert Commentary The HSE WL Series forms part of the COSHH Essentials programme and provides a collection of practical guidance sheets covering welding, cutting and allied processes. Rather than focusing on legislation alone, the series provides task-specific advice designed …

HSE Guide: Spray Painting Using Isocyanate-Based Paints

LEVCentral Expert Commentary SMART (Small and Medium Area Repair Technique) repairs have become increasingly popular within the motor vehicle repair industry because they offer a fast and cost-effective method of repairing localised paint damage. However, the smaller scale of these …

HSE – Offshore Series OCE17 “Laboratory Practice”

LEVCentral Expert Commentary Laboratories located on offshore installations play a critical role in analysing process fluids, chemicals, water samples, drilling materials and production streams. Whilst these activities are often undertaken on a relatively small scale, they can involve substances capable …

ACGIH Industrial Ventilation: A Manual of Recommended Practice for Operation and Maintenance

The World’s Leading Engineering Reference for LEV Design   LEVCentral Expert Commentary   Few publications have influenced the design of Local Exhaust Ventilation systems as profoundly as the ACGIH Industrial Ventilation – A Manual of Recommended Practice for Design. Since …

HSE Dyes and Dyeing

Managing Health Risks Associated with Textile Dyes LEVCentral Expert Commentary The textile dyeing industry uses a wide variety of dyes with differing chemical compositions and hazard profiles. While many dyes present little or no significant health risk, others are known …

Safe Handling of Aluminium Fine Particles

Understanding the Fire, Explosion and Health Risks Associated with Aluminium Dust   LEVCentral Expert Commentary Aluminium is often viewed as a relatively benign engineering material. However, when aluminium is processed into fine particles, powders or dusts, its hazard profile changes …

Interview with Phil the Welder

HSE Video: Dr David Fishwick interviews Phil Hydes, asthma sufferer Click here to be redirected to the HSE website and watch the video. A Powerful Reminder of Why Welding Fume Control Matters   LEVCentral Expert Commentary Technical guidance, exposure limits …

CLEAPSS Wood Dust Resources for Schools and Colleges

Practical Guidance on Controlling Wood Dust in Educational Workshops   LEVCentral Expert Commentary Wood dust remains one of the most significant airborne health hazards encountered within Design & Technology workshops. Activities such as sawing, sanding, routing, planing and machining timber …

LEV Hood and System Identification Labels

Supporting Effective LEV Management, Testing and User Awareness   LEVCentral Expert Commentary One of the simplest and most cost-effective ways of improving LEV management is ensuring that systems are clearly identified and that key information is readily available to users, …