Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome Course Description

This short course provides you with an introduction to Hard 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.

Each module is rounded off with several multiple-choice questions, candidates are required to get 100% on these tests to pass the course. They have the opportunity to review all the answers at the end of each module before final submission and will be given 3 attempts to achieve the required result.

Duration: 40 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off. It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions)

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.

Further Asbestos Awareness Progression

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 that 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

Recommended System Requirements

• Browser: Up to date web browser
• Video: Up to date video drivers
• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+