Hand and Arm Vibration

Overview

Millions of us are at risk of developing Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) or other health complications from exposure to vibrating tools. Our Hand Arm Vibration eLearning course explores the dangers of exposure to vibration at work and what can be done to avoid health issues.

Objectives

In this course you will learn:

• What hand arm vibration is and why it can be dangerous
• The symptoms and effects of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS)
• When and how to conduct a risk assessment
• When health surveillance is appropriate
• The range of control measures available to handle risks

About the Course

Hand arm vibration syndrome and carpal tunnel syndrome affect thousands of people. Symptoms include numbness and tingling in the hands and can result in difficulty with gripping objects.

Thousands of workers use vibrating tools in their day to day jobs, putting them at risk of health complications after extended exposure. Control measures can lessen this risk considerably, so it’s incredibly important that staff know how to protect themselves from the dangers.

Meet Charlotte and Tony. Charlotte uses sanding tools and oscillating saws to produce prosthetic limbs. Tony works on demolition sites using concrete breakers and scabblers. Their jobs are very different but they have one thing in common: hand arm vibration.