This course provides essential awareness of Hand‑Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS), its causes, symptoms, risks, and how to prevent vibration-related injuries in the workplace. It explains employer and employee responsibilities, safe equipment use, exposure reduction techniques, and early reporting. This training is suitable for workers who regularly use vibrating machinery and organisations aiming to improve workplace safety. The programme is fully online and self‑paced.
Who This Course Is For
- Workers who operate vibrating tools or machinery.
- Construction, maintenance, engineering, and manufacturing staff.
- Supervisors, safety officers, and workplace managers.
- Anyone responsible for monitoring or managing vibration exposure.
What You Will Learn
Module 1 – Introduction to HAVS
Covers what Hand‑Arm Vibration Syndrome is, how it develops, and industries most at risk.
Module 2 – Causes & Health Effects
Explains the effects of long‑term vibration exposure, symptoms of HAVS, nerve damage, and circulatory issues.
Module 3 – Recognising Early Signs
Teaches early indicators such as tingling, numbness, pain, reduced grip strength, and cold sensitivity.
Module 4 – Vibration Exposure & Risk Factors
Explores tool vibration levels, exposure limits, frequency, duration, and environmental conditions that increase risk.
Module 5 – Preventing HAVS in the Workplace
Covers safe work practices, equipment selection, tool maintenance, job rotation, and reducing vibration at the source.
Module 6 – Safe Equipment Use
Explains proper handling, grip control, PPE use, anti‑vibration gloves, and safe work positioning.
Module 7 – Legal Duties & Responsibilities
Discusses workplace regulations, employer obligations, employee duties, and compliance with safety standards.
Module 8 – Reporting, Monitoring & Health Surveillance
Covers early reporting, safety checks, exposure monitoring, and regular health assessments to detect HAVS early.
Assessment & Certification
Learners complete an online assessment at the end of the course. Results are provided instantly. If unsuccessful, the test may be retaken at no extra cost. After passing, learners receive an accredited digital certificate, with the option to request a printed copy.
Key Benefits
- Builds strong awareness of vibration hazards and prevention.
- Helps reduce injury risks and improve workplace safety.
- Supports compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Flexible online learning with recognised certification.
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