Check Your LEV Records
Answer 5 questions about your LEV setup and get a personalised compliance gap summary with specific actions to fix.
LEV Record-Keeping Assessment
Answer 5 quick questions about your current LEV compliance setup. You will receive a personalised gap summary with specific actions to fix any issues we identify.
Takes about 2 minutes. No email required.
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LEV Record-Keeping Requirements Under COSHH
COSHH Regulation 9 requires employers to keep LEV examination and test records for at least 5 years and make them available to HSE inspectors on request. Many SMEs keep records on paper or in filing cabinets — which works until an inspector asks to see the last 5 years of testing records across multiple LEV units. This checker helps you identify gaps in your current approach.
What Records Must You Keep?
At a minimum, you must retain the report from every thorough examination and test (TExT) for at least 5 years. Each report should include the date of the examination, the name and qualifications of the competent person who carried it out, the condition of each part of the LEV system examined, any repairs needed, and the overall assessment of the system’s performance.
Why Quick Access Matters
HSE inspectors do not give advance notice of visits. When they arrive, they expect to see records promptly. If your filing system requires searching through boxes in a storeroom, or if records are scattered across multiple locations, the delay itself raises concerns about your overall compliance standards. The inspector may reasonably question whether your approach to LEV maintenance is as disorganised as your record-keeping.
Beyond Legal Minimum: Building a Compliance Culture
While the law requires only TExT records, best practice — as outlined in HSG258 — includes documenting routine user checks, maintenance activities, and any changes made to the LEV system. This creates a comprehensive audit trail that demonstrates ongoing commitment to worker health, not just box-ticking at 14-month intervals.