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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.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
This course is aimed at those in the construction industry who are responsible for using power tools. This could include site supervisors or managers.
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.
For those needing further safety in construction training, courses such as Working at Heights, Working Safely, and PPE should be completed alongside this one.
For supervisors who want to continue to enhance their skills, courses such as Introduction to Risk Assessment or Leadership Skills would make great next steps.
| Module Number | Module Name | Pass % Required |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 70% |
| 2 | What are the Symptoms of HAVS? | 70% |
| 3 | When am I at Risk? | 70% |
| 4 | How Can I Reduce the Risk? | 70% |
| 5 | What Does the Law Say? | 70% |
| 6 | The Importance of Health Surveillance | 70% |
| 7 | Final Test | 70% |
40 minutes (This estimate is based on the total video content duration and does not account for loading times or time taken to answer questions).
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