Hand-arm vibration at work. A brief guide
INDG Series 175 (rev3)
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
INDG Series
Abstract
Explains what employers may need to do to protect employees from the risk of hand-arm vibration. Will also be of use to employees and their representatives. Will assist employers in identifying when exposure to hand-arm vibration may cause harm. Introduces practical steps for controlling the risks and will help employers in understanding what they need to do to comply with the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005.
History
This is a web version of leaflet INDG175(rev3), published November 2012 - produced November 2012.
Subjects
- Construction site equipment
- Construction plant
- Special subject areas
- Occupational health
- Health and safety
- Hand-arm vibration
Publisher History
The Health and Safety Executive work to protect the health and safety of people in the workplace by minimising risks. They achieve this through research, information and advice, promoting training, new or revised regulations and codes of practice, inspection, investigation and enforcement.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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