Tips on working Safely: Hand arm vibration syndrome
Channel: Harun 03
Date: 20/06/2019

Hand-arm vibration comes from the use of hand-held power tools and is the cause of significant ill health (painful and disabling disorder of the blood vessels, nerves and joints).

• HAVS is preventable, but once the damage is done it is permanent.
• HAVS is serious and disabling, and nearly 2 million people are at risk.
•Damage from HAVS can include the inability to do fine work and cold can trigger painful finger blanching attacks

Good Practice solutions
Hand arm vibration can be a significant health risk wherever powered hand tools are used for significant lenghts of time. These are solution to help you manage risks in your workplace