EUSR Endorsed Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) Awareness

Course duration

Half day

Course details

Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) is a serious and preventable condition caused by prolonged use of vibrating tools. Our EUSR-endorsed HAVS Awareness Training Course equips operatives, supervisors, and managers with the knowledge to recognise, prevent, and manage HAVS risks in the workplace.

This course supports compliance with the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005, and is essential for companies whose employees operate vibrating equipment such as grinders, breakers, and drills.

Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

Understand what Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) is and how it develops
Identify common tools and tasks that pose vibration risks
Recognize early symptoms of HAVS and the importance of early reporting
Comprehend legal duties under the Vibration at Work Regulations 2005
Apply practical control measures to reduce exposure
Contribute to vibration risk assessments and exposure monitoring
Promote a culture of health and safety around vibration tool use

Who is this course for?

This HAVS Awareness course is ideal for:

Construction operatives and groundworkers
Maintenance technicians and engineers
Site supervisors and forepersons
Health and safety officers
Employers and duty holders responsible for compliance
Anyone operating vibrating tools in the workplace

Course Content Includes

Introduction to Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS)
Legal responsibilities and employer duties under HAV Regulations
Common high-risk tools and operations
Exposure Action Values (EAVs) and Exposure Limit Values (ELVs)
Health surveillance and early intervention
Tool selection and maintenance for vibration reduction
Best practice in vibration exposure management
Employee roles in reporting and self-monitoring

Benefits of Attending

Enhance worker safety and awareness
Comply with UK legislation and EUSR guidelines
Reduce incidents of long-term HAVS injuries
Improve productivity through safer tool usage
Demonstrate a commitment to workplace health and safety
Lower risk of enforcement action and liability

Assessment

A variety of oral and written multiple choice questions.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, delegates will receive a certificate endorsed by EUSR (Energy & Utility Skills Register), demonstrating their competence in HAVS awareness and vibration risk management.

Certification for the EUSR Endorsed Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) Awareness course is valid for 3 years from the date of training. To remain certified in this area, you will need to retake the assessment before the expiry date on your card.