Vibration at Work

Hand-arm vibration (HAV) is a widespread hazard for employees in many industries and occupations, eg energy, extraction, manufacturing and construction. HAV exposure at work can arise from the use of handheld machines (such as grinders and hammer drills), hand-guided machinery (such as lawnmowers and plate compactors) and hand-fed machines (such as pedestal grinders and forge hammers). Regular and frequent exposure to this vibration, usually over many months or years, can affect the operator’s health. But the risks from vibration can be controlled and most employees can be protected from ill health caused by vibration. To protect employees, and to comply with the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 (the Vibration Regulations), employers need to assess the risks from vibration and implement measures to control them.

Course designed for

This course is tailored, structured and designed to suite all audiences (Managers, Supervisors & Operatives) detailing the statutory requirements of the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 (the Vibration Regulations)

Course pre-requisites

Learners are required to be 16 years of age or above.

Course content

  • Legislative Requirements
  • The nature of risks from exposure to Vibration
  • Vibration Prevention/Reduction Measures (Includes equipment selection)
  • The Risk Assessment process including any measurements taken, with an explanation of those findings
  • Vibration monitoring & the exposure limit /action values
  • The availability and provision of PPE
  • Why and how to detect and report signs of HAVS (RIDDOR)
  • Health surveillance and its purposes
  • safe working practices to minimise exposure to Vibration

Course qualification

In-House Certificate (issued by HSCT)

Skill identity card (issued by HSCT)

Refresher training

Every 3 years or if Legislation Changes

Course venue

HSCT Facilities – 50 Nuttscorner Road, Crumlin, BT29 4SQ

Other approved venues

Course duration

Half Day for Operatives, 1 Day for Managers/Supervisors

Course size

Maximum of 12 learners per Instructor/Assessor

Course assessment

  • Operatives: MultiChoice questionnaire
  • Managers/Supervisors: Multichoice questionnaire
  • Completion of a risk assessment
  • Vibration monitoring practical.