Hand-Arm Vibration Training
Hand-Arm Vibration Training
Max Delegates: 12
Course duration: 0.50 day
Length of certification: 1 year
Summary
Hand-arm vibration is vibration transmitted into the hands and arms of a person using handheld powered work equipment or stationary powered equipment which vibrates while being used. It can cause hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) and carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS).
HAVS affects the nerves, blood vessels, muscles and joints of the hand, wrist and arm. The hand and arm can become severely disabled if ignored and includes vibration white finger which can cause severe pain in the affected fingers. CTS is a nerve disorder which may involve pain, tingling, numbness and weakness in parts of the hand
Risks from vibration can be controlled and employees can be protected from ill health caused by vibration. Employers have a duty to comply with the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005.
Course Content
- Legal requirements of employers and the role of employees
- Duties of manufacturers and suppliers of machinery
- Basic understanding of the theory of vibration and effects on health
- Basic understanding of vibration magnitude
- Calculating vibration exposure and control of exposure
- Health surveillance and use of personal protective equipment
Learning Outcomes & Assessment
Delegates will be aware of the law and how it relates to them. Employees will understand why it is important to:
- use the right tool for each job and reduce the amount of time a tool is used in one go by doing other jobs in between
- avoid gripping or forcing tool or stationary equipment more than necessary and encourage good blood circulation
Employers will understand the importance of:
- risk assessments and how it demonstrates to other parties all factors related to the risk have been considered
- using the correct vibration information in any vibration assessment
How To Book
- Call us on: 0151 236 2543
- and use reference number: HA-V1
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