Practical guides on HAVS exposure calculation, risk assessments, trigger times, and record-keeping — for UK contractors who need compliance sorted, not safety consultancy sold.
Plain-English guide to the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1093). What employers must do, the EAV and ELV thresholds, training duties, and what HSE checks at inspection.
On 18 May 2026 we corrected the points-per-hour formula used by the HAVS exposure calculator, trigger time chart, log sheet template, and several guide posts. The updated values now match HSE's Table 2 exactly. This note explains what changed and why.
Free 5-minute HAVS toolbox talk script for site supervisors. Covers the EAV, ELV, common warning signs, and what workers should do if symptoms appear. Print-and-deliver format.
Quick reference for the daily EAV for hand arm vibration. What the 2.5 m/s² A(8) threshold means, how to check it on site, and what to do when it's reached.
When to arrange HAVS health surveillance, how the tier system works, when to refer workers for clinical assessment, and how long records are typically retained.
When and how to test for hand arm vibration exposure in your workforce. Covers exposure assessment, health surveillance tiers, and ongoing monitoring duties for UK employers.
What UK employers need to know about HAVS (Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome). Covers symptoms, legal duties, who is at risk, and practical steps to protect your crew.
Complete guide to hand arm vibration assessment for UK employers. Covers the assessment process, vibration measurement, health surveillance tiers, and ongoing monitoring duties.
Practical control measures for reducing hand arm vibration exposure on UK construction sites. Covers elimination, substitution, tool selection, job rotation, and maintenance.
Quick reference for UK hand arm vibration exposure limits. EAV (2.5 m/s²) and ELV (5 m/s²) thresholds explained with exposure points, employer duties, and what happens if you exceed them.
What HAVS records UK employers must keep for HSE inspections. Covers daily exposure logs, risk assessments, health surveillance records, and retention periods.
Trigger time reference table for common construction tools. How long workers can use angle grinders, breakers, compactors and more before reaching HAVS exposure limits.
Criteria for choosing a HAVS exposure tracking tool that fits small contractor budgets and workflows. What matters, what doesn't, and where the market falls short.
How to complete a HAVS risk assessment for your construction crew. Step-by-step process with practical examples for UK small contractors.
Step-by-step guide to calculating daily A(8) hand arm vibration exposure using the HSE method. Includes EAV and ELV thresholds, worked examples, and trigger times for common tools.
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