Professional Online Training
Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome
A focused introduction to Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome, covering symptoms, risk situations, exposure values and the practical and legal steps needed to protect power tool users on site
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Course Details
- Duration: 40 mins
- Delivery: Online and self-paced
Who This Course Is For
This course is aimed at those in the construction industry who are responsible for using power tools, including:
- Operatives who regularly use vibrating power tools on site
- Site supervisors responsible for managing tool use and exposure
- Managers overseeing teams exposed to hand arm vibration risks
Course Content
The course is broken down into the following modules:
- Introduction — Establishes exactly what Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome is and why it matters to those using power tools.
- What are the Symptoms of HAVS? — Provides a detailed description of the symptoms and consequences of the disorder.
- When am I at Risk? — Covers the equipment and work-related situations most likely to pose a risk of HAVS.
- How Can I Reduce the Risk? — Explains the practical steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of HAVS.
- What Does the Law Say? — Looks at the law with regards to HAVS, including employer and employee responsibilities.
- The Importance of Health Surveillance — Explains why health surveillance matters in managing and reducing exposure risk.
- Final Test — Checks understanding of the course content covered across all preceding modules.
Course Information
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Buy for Yourself or Your Team
Choose one seat for yourself or add places for colleagues. Each learner receives their own course access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should complete this HAVS course
It is aimed at those in the construction industry responsible for using power tools, including site supervisors and managers overseeing this work.
What topics does the course cover
It covers what HAVS is, its symptoms, the situations that create risk, exposure values, practical risk reduction steps, the relevant law and the importance of health surveillance.
