Noise and Hand-Arm Vibration Training (HAVS Awareness)
Our Noise and Hand-Arm Vibration Training course provides employees with the knowledge and awareness needed to understand the risks associated with workplace noise and vibrating equipment.
Prolonged exposure to high noise levels and hand-arm vibration can lead to serious long-term health conditions, including hearing damage and Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS). This practical course helps learners recognise risks, understand their responsibilities and apply effective control measures to reduce workplace exposure.
Through interactive learning and real-world examples, participants will develop the confidence to identify hazards, use equipment safely and report concerns before they become serious health issues.
This course can be delivered face-to-face or online and tailored to reflect your organisation, equipment and working environment.
Course Information
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
Understand the risks associated with excessive workplace noise exposure.
Recognise the causes, symptoms and risks associated with Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS).
Understand exposure limits, action values and monitoring requirements.
Identify practical control measures to reduce noise and vibration risks.
Understand the importance of correct equipment selection and maintenance.
Recognise the importance of health surveillance and early reporting of symptoms.
Understand employee responsibilities when working with noisy or vibrating equipment.
Who This Course Is Suitable For
This course is suitable for organisations including:
Manufacturing employees
Maintenance teams
Engineers
Construction workers
Workshop staff
Production teams
Tool operators
Supervisors and team leaders
Anyone using power tools or vibrating equipment
Training Tailored to Your Organisation
Every workplace has different noise and vibration risks. That’s why we tailor our Noise and Hand-Arm Vibration Training to reflect your equipment, working environment and operational activities.
Practical discussions and examples can include:
Power tools and vibrating equipment
Workplace noise exposure
Hand-arm vibration risks
Equipment selection and maintenance
Safe working practices
Personal protective equipment
Health surveillance and reporting procedures
By using examples relevant to your organisation, learners gain a clearer understanding of how to manage noise and vibration risks within their own role.
Where We Deliver
We deliver Noise and Hand-Arm Vibration Training across the UK.
Based in Sheffield, we regularly work with organisations throughout Yorkshire and nationwide, delivering training at client premises, at our Sheffield training venue or online.
For group bookings, we provide flexible delivery designed around your organisation.
Why Choose Primary Training Solutions?
Our experienced trainers deliver practical Noise and Hand-Arm Vibration Training that helps employees understand workplace health risks and take proactive steps to protect themselves and others.
Through realistic examples and interactive learning, we help organisations improve safety awareness, reduce workplace risks and support healthier working environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Noise and Hand-Arm Vibration Training suitable for?
This course is suitable for anyone working with noisy environments, power tools, vibrating equipment or machinery where exposure risks may be present.
What is HAVS?
HAVS (Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome) is a condition caused by prolonged exposure to vibration through handheld tools and equipment. The course helps learners understand risks, symptoms and prevention measures.
Does this course cover hearing protection?
Yes. The course covers noise risks, control measures and the role of protective equipment in reducing exposure.
Is the course available online?
Yes. Noise and Hand-Arm Vibration Training can be delivered face-to-face or online.
Can the training be adapted to our workplace?
Yes. We tailor examples around your equipment, working environment and specific noise and vibration risks.
Book Your Noise and Hand-Arm Vibration Training
Help your team understand the risks associated with workplace noise and vibration and develop safer working practices.
We deliver Noise and Hand-Arm Vibration Training at your premises nationwide, at our Sheffield training venue or online. Every course can be tailored to reflect your organisation, equipment and workplace requirements.
Contact our team today to discuss your requirements and arrange a course that works for you.