Hand Arm Vibration (HAVs) Training for Employers

Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome: Protecting Health at Work (2025 Update) Welcome to this essential training on Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome — or HAVS. Whether you're a frontline worker, manager, or safety rep, this video is designed to help you understand the risks, spot the early signs, and take action before irreversible damage occurs. With over 2 million UK workers at risk, HAVS is preventable — but only if we act early. In this 2025 update, we’ll cover: • What vibration exposure really means • Where it happens and how it harms • Legal responsibilities and safe limits • Practical steps to reduce risk • Resources for further information Let’s protect hands, livelihoods, and futures — starting now.