These days, health and safety in the workplace is a subject that must in accordance with UK law be given significant thought and attention. It’s no longer a case of simply ticking all of the most necessary boxes and leaving the rest to fate, as it’s only by going the extra mile in every department that it’s realistically possible to stay on the good side of the law.
When it comes to LEV systems, dust extraction and general workplace ventilation, it’s probably safe to say that there’s little of more importance when it comes to overall health and safety. After all, most other considerations take something of a backseat if those present aren’t provided with clean, safe air to breathe while going about their duties. And it is for this exact reason that when the time comes to go about the installation of a new LEV system or for an existing system to be inspected and maintained, there’s no room for corner cutting when it comes to the company chosen to handle it.
Of course, finding a firm that’s willing to come out and do the job is easy – finding the very best firm for the job on the other hand is something entirely different. So, in order to make sure that the job gets done right for the benefit of the whole workforce, here’s a quick overview of some of the key pointers to be on the lookout for.
Experience
First of all, there’s really very little that’s more reassuring than knowing that the company you’re partnering with to take care of your LEV installation has been doing what it does for years, maybe even decades. Like most industry areas and specialisms, it’s only with long-standing experience that the necessary skills and knowledge can be developed to do the job as well as it can possibly be done. There are simply hundreds of providers popping up all over the place these days and it’s not to say that most aren’t wholly capable, but if you’d prefer to know the job is being handled by the best, it’s a good idea to start out by looking at their experience.
Demonstration of Knowledge
Something else to be on the lookout for is a clear indication that the brand you’re looking at is highly adept in a wide range of areas related to LEV installation and maintenance. This should be made abundantly clear by their website alone, which will either leave you with more questions than answers or put you in a position where you’re confident enough to go ahead. The more they can do and the more they know about what they do, the better they’re likely to do it.
Jargon-Free
When it comes to the exact science of LEV systems and the way they work, there’s a fair bit of jargon and complicated language to grasp to say the least. However, as a business owner looking to outsource the necessary jobs, you cannot be expected to understand all the most complicated jargon and technical terms. Instead, it should be a case of the provider chosen being willing and able to break things down into much simpler, more digestible chunks that aren’t going to wholly confuse you and leave you baffled. So, if after taking a look over the information on offer you still find yourself none the wiser, try heading to a firm that keeps things simple for its clients.
Feedback
It’s one thing for the brand you’re looking into to sing its own praises and say nothing but good things about what’s on offer, but it’s another entirely for its clients and customers to do so on its behalf. When a great LEV specialist is found, they’ll do a fantastic job in the fastest possible time with as little disruption as possible and for a great price. When this happens, chances are they’ll receive glowing feedback from those they’ve served and thus will not make efforts to keep reviews and ratings hidden from view. So, before going ahead with any contract or deal, large or small, take a look at the feedback they’ve earned.
Guarantees
Last but not least, it’s worth remembering that this is a hugely important service that’s being carried out and therefore no chances should be taken on quality. In the same vein however, there’s no sense in paying more than is absolutely necessary for the services offered, so be sure to be on the lookout for guarantees of both service quality provision and the lowest possible market prices. If no such guarantees are offered at all, you’re rolling the dice with fate.