Vibration Risk Assessment
Vibration Risk Assessment and Vibration Measurements
Vibration risk assesments - Leeds | Yorkshire | UK Nationwide
Do you need a vibration risk assessment to help you meet the requirements of the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2025?
If your company needs a vibration risk assessment and vibration measurements, Safety management Services can carry out vibration risk assessments and measurements for you and provide a full report and assessment to allow you to comply with the vibration regulations.
How can SMSE help?
We can help by coming to your site and carrying out vibration measurements using a vibration meter, which is the most accurate way of understanding vibration exposure and obtaining data for a vibration assessment in line with HSE guidance.
Hand-arm vibration (HAVS)
The vibration regulations introduced an:
- Exposure action value of 2.5 m/s2 A(8) at which level employers should introduce technical and organisational measures to reduce exposure.
- Exposure limit value of 5.0 m/s2 A(8) which should not be exceeded.
What is hand-arm vibration?
Hand-arm vibration is the vibration transmitted into your hands and arms when you use vibrating equipment. It can cause Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS).
What is hand-arm vibration syndrome?
HAVS:
- affects the nerves, blood vessels, muscles and joints of the hand, wrist and arm; ■ can become severely disabling if ignored;
- includes vibration white finger, which can cause severe pain in the affected fingers.
What is carpal tunnel syndrome?
- Carpal tunnel syndrome is a nerve disorder which may involve pain, tingling, numbness and weakness in parts of the hand and can be caused by, among other things, exposure to vibration.
If you require a vibration risk assessment and report, contact us for a quotation via office@smseurope.co.uk or fill in a contact form here. Otherwise, give us a call on 0845 224 0028
