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Performance Evaluation, Commissioning and Management of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems P604

P604 – Performance Evaluation, Commissioning and Management of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems gives you the practical and theoretical understanding of how to fully commission or re-commission an LEV system, to ensure that it has been designed properly and can effectively control airborne contaminants in the workplace. 

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You must have passed the qualification P601 – Thorough Examination and Testing of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems before you can attend this course. This is because P604 expands on the knowledge learnt during P601; you must already have a good theoretical and practical understanding of how to thoroughly test, examine and maintain LEV systems before taking this advanced module. 

It is also recommended that you hold the qualification P602 – Basic Design Principles of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems, although this is not a compulsory pre-requisite.  

You must also have a good working knowledge of the contents of HSG258: Controlling Airborne Contaminants at Work. 

If you have completed this qualification, you may want to take:  

  • P602 – Basic Design Principles of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems 
  • P603 – Control of Hazardous Substances – Personal Protective Equipment 

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Performance Evaluation, Commissioning and Management of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems P604

P604 – Performance Evaluation, Commissioning and Management of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems gives you the practical and theoretical understanding of how to fully commission or re-commission an LEV system, to ensure that it has been designed properly and can effectively control airborne contaminants in the workplace. 

Who is it for?

This qualification is suitable for anyone responsible for managing, commissioning and evaluating the performance of LEV systems. This could include: 

  • Commissioning engineers 
  • Maintenance managers 
  • The assigned LEV lead in a company  
  • LEV TExT engineers 
  • Occupational hygienists 

It may also be suitable for those who wish to progress into these job roles. 

Level

The level of a qualification indicates the relative complexity and depth of knowledge and skills required to attain the qualification.  

This is a level 5 qualification in the BOHS qualifications framework. 

How is it delivered?

The P604 course is typically conducted over five days, which comprises a minimum of 32 hours of learning time. This includes 24 hours of teaching time and 8 hours of independent study (in your own time).  

The course can be delivered more flexibly, such as one day per week, but should still include 24 hours of teaching time.

Modules / Learning objectives 

Overall objectives 

To provide you with the knowledge and skills to commission new and existing LEV systems, to ensure that they are designed, installed and maintained to a standard where they effectively control airborne contaminants in the workplace. 

Modules 

  1. Hazardous substances and processes  
  2. Workplace control principles  
  3. Elements of ventilation systems  
  4. Evaluating the performance of ventilation systems 
  5. Assessment of control 
  6. Developing an LEV management system  
  7. Practical work 

Assessment

You must pass two parts within 12 months: 

  • Written examination
  • Commissioning report submission 

Support

BOHS provides: 

  • A comprehensive Student Manual, which covers the full range of subject areas included in the qualification 
  • Report submission guidance to support you and tutors
  • A support pack for tutors which provides sample examination questions and guidance on the written examinations 
QUALIFICATION BENEFITS

Why Choose a BOHS Qualification

Expertise Industry standard Global Recognition

Since 1953 BOHS has been the only organisation dedicated to occupational hygiene, and to be awarded a Royal Charter – in recognition of its unique and pre-eminent role as the leading authority in occupational disease prevention.

Our Royal Charter means that BOHS is the only occupational hygiene organisation to offer the opportunity to achieve 'Chartered Occupational Hygienist' status, via its professional development route.

Our Faculty of Occupational Hygiene sets, develops and maintains the professional standards of occupational hygienists. It is also an internationally recognised, and the only UK-based, examining board for qualifications in occupational hygiene. 

BOHS qualifications are recognised by HSE, UKAS and IOHA, and by national and international institutions, organisations and employers. 

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