Hand And Arm Vibration Leicester

Hand-Arm Vibration Assessment at Coalville Manufacturing Facility

We recently conducted a hand-arm vibration assessment at a manufacturing facility in Coalville. The aim was to evaluate the daily exposure levels to vibration for employees, identify sources of hand-arm vibration, and recommend suitable control measures. Using advanced equipment, we measured the vibration levels from various tools used by the workers in different operational areas such as Bay 1, Bay 4, paint spraying, and maintenance.

The results showed that employees using tools like grinders and impact drivers often exceeded the exposure action value, and in some cases, the exposure limit value. This highlighted the need for better control measures. We suggested regular maintenance of tools, reducing usage times, and replacing older tools with low-vibration alternatives. Implementing a formal system for logging tool usage times was also recommended to ensure accurate tracking and compliance.

Overall, the assessment underscored the importance of monitoring and managing hand-arm vibration exposure to protect workers' health and ensure a safe working environment.