Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome

This short course provides you with an introduction to Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome, otherwise known as HAVS.

The course starts by establishing exactly what Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome is, before providing a detailed description of the symptoms and consequences of the disorder.

It then provides an overview of the equipment and work-related situations most likely to pose a risk of HAVS, and the exposure values that must be complied with by law.

Following this, the course covers the practical steps you can take to reduce the risk of HAVS, and looks at the law with regards to HAVS, including the responsibilities that both employees and employers must comply with in order to reduce the risk.

Target Audience

This course is aimed at those in the construction industry that are responsible for using power tools. This could include site supervisors or managers.

Advantages

Understanding the risks and how to protect yourself from vibrating power tools.

Online training is flexible, efficient and cost effective meaning the candidate can progress through the modules at their own pace and in their own time, so they can fit the training around their work and personal life.

Modules

1. Introduction
2. What are the Symptoms of HAVS?
3. When am I at Risk?
4. How Can I Reduce the Risk?
5. What Does the Law Say?
6. The Importance of Health Surveillance
7. Final Test

Our IATP, CPD, IIRSM, IFE, ILM & IOSH approved courses are owned and delivered by VideoTile Learning Ltd and are distributed under licence.

Laser, ETA & IOSH Qualifications are examined via VideoTile Learning Ltd.