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Vehicle Exhaust Extraction Systems

Vehicle exhaust fumes are a serious and often underestimated risk in many working environments. Did you know? Air pollution contributes to an estimated 29,000 to 43,000 deaths a year. 

High-intensive workplaces such as garages, bus depots, servicing workshops, and fire stations are prone to the problem of vehicle fumes. Without effective vehicle exhaust extraction in place, these harmful fumes can build up quickly and put people and businesses at risk. 

At Vent-Tech, not only are we respected industry experts, but we also have years of experience working with companies where harmful vehicle fumes are present. We help businesses get their vehicle fume exhaust systems working efficiently to control the risks and comply with HSE legislation. 

Installing Vehicle Exhaust Extraction: Minimising Risk, Maximising Safety

Employers have a legal responsibility to control exposure to hazardous substances, such as airborne contaminants, within the workplace as per the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations

Business owners must ensure that the risks are evaluated and minimised as per Regulation 6. The regulation also provides further steps employers must take to ensure workplace safety. 

Guidance from the Health and Safety Executive makes it clear that where vehicle exhaust fumes are present, effective local exhaust ventilation should be used to capture emissions at source and protect workers.

How an LEV system can help you manage vehicle exhaust extraction

Why is Vehicle Exhaust Extraction Important

Vehicle fumes, especially diesel fumes, contain high levels of soot, made up of carbon particles that can account for 60 – 80% of the exhaust content. These particles carry harmful contaminants, including polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, also known as carcinogens.

Relying on open doors, general ventilation, or catalytic converters is not enough to control vehicle exhaust fumes. Therefore, a directed source capture, through a dedicated vehicle exhaust extraction system, is the most effective way to prevent fumes from spreading into the workplace air.

Not sure what level of vehicle exhaust extraction your site needs?

Book a site visit with Vent-Tech to assess your vehicle exhaust fumes risk and receive clear, HSG258-aligned guidance from experienced LEV engineers.

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Tailored Garage Exhaust Extraction Solutions

Fleet operators and bus, coach, and HGV depots

Fleet environments often involve multiple vehicles running or idling simultaneously. Effective vehicle exhaust extraction helps protect drivers and engineers while maintaining compliance across large, enclosed spaces.

Vehicle maintenance workshops and commercial garages

In workshops and MOT bays, technicians are exposed to car exhaust fumes daily. Tailpipe extraction systems improve air quality, protect staff health, and create a safer working environment.

Councils and local authority depots

Local authority depots often house mixed vehicle fleets. Proper exhaust ventilation systems help councils meet their duty of care and protect employees across varied operations.

Fire stations and emergency service depots

Emergency vehicles frequently start indoors and must be ready to move immediately. Rail-based exhaust extraction systems are commonly used to control fumes without delaying response times.

Industrial sites with internal combustion vehicles

Industrial environments using internal combustion vehicles indoors require carefully planned vehicle fume extraction to control exposure and protect workers across large facilities.

Why choose Vent-Tech for vehicle exhaust extraction

Vent-Tech operates on a national scale, supporting organisations across the UK where controlling vehicle exhaust fumes is a critical safety and compliance requirement. We take the time to understand how vehicles operate within your environment before recommending any solution.

By analysing your day-to-day operations, vehicle movements, and engine use, we advise on the most appropriate way to achieve a fully HSG258-compliant local exhaust ventilation (LEV) system. This ensures vehicle exhaust fumes are captured effectively at source and exposure risks are properly controlled.

Trusted by organisations operating in demanding environments, including Bombardier, Peverell Garage, Cardiff Bus, and Newquay Airport, we are a team of experienced, competent engineers, delivering practical, engineered solutions that protect employees, support compliance, and ensure workplace safety.

Get in touch to find out more on vehicle exhaust extraction

If getting your vehicle exhaust extraction system right is important to you, speak to Vent-Tech to find out how we can help. Our team can advise on HSG-258 compliance, explain when a full design is required, and outline how our exhaust ventilation systems are specified, costed, and delivered.

To discuss your vehicle exhaust extraction requirements, call our team on 0117 964 7945 or complete the contact form below and we will get back to you shortly.

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