Hand and Arm Vibration (Online Course)

What You’ll Learn:

• How to recognise the early warning signs of Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS)
• The dangers of prolonged exposure to vibrations from machinery and tools
• How to prevent permanent damage by understanding safe exposure levels
• Steps to take if symptoms of HAVS begin to develop

About the Course

Overview
This Hand & Arm Vibrations (HAVS) online course is designed to help workers understand the risks of prolonged exposure to vibrations from tools and machinery. HAVS can be severely disabling if symptoms are ignored, but with the right knowledge, workers can recognise the early warning signs and take action before permanent damage occurs.

Approved by RoSPA and CPD, this course is invaluable for all workers who use vibrating machinery. It provides practical guidance on preventing HAVS and maintaining safe exposure levels in the workplace.

Who Should Attend
This course is suitable for:

• Workers who use vibrating tools or machinery as part of their daily tasks
• Supervisors and managers responsible for employee safety and compliance with HAVS regulations
• Any employees seeking to understand the risks of hand-arm vibration exposure

Why It’s Essential
HAVS can have serious, long-term health effects if not properly managed. This course will help participants:

• Recognise early symptoms of HAVS and prevent further damage
• Understand the risks of prolonged exposure to vibration in the workplace
• Learn how to maintain safe levels of vibration exposure
• Protect themselves from disabling health issues related to vibration

Key Topics
The course covers essential topics related to hand-arm vibration safety, including:

• Understanding HAVS – How hand-arm vibration affects the body and the risks involved
• Early Warning Signs – Recognising symptoms before damage becomes permanent
• Safe Exposure Levels – How to monitor and control vibration exposure
• Prevention and Best Practices – Steps to minimise the risks associated with vibrating tools

Course Format & Accessibility
This 100% online course offers flexible, self-paced learning:

• Duration: Approximately 45-60 minutes
• Access: Available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Mobile-friendly design – Learn on desktop, mobile, or tablet
• Instant personalised certificate upon completion

Skills Gained / Future Opportunities
By completing this course, participants will:

• Be able to identify the early warning signs of HAVS
• Apply best practices to reduce vibration exposure in the workplace
• Help prevent long-term health issues by understanding safe exposure limits
• Earn 1 hour of CPD credit for professional development