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Posted By RobertW
Can anyone tell me is there such a thing as a HAVS certificate and if there is what does it cover?
Thanks
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Posted By Ron Hunter
Could refer to a Certificate of Competence for those undertaking HAVs measurements on tasks/processes - those who have undergone training and examination by an 'industry recognised' training provider, e.g. Castle, HSE Solutions, Acoustic Associates, etc. (Other training providers are available)
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Posted By Terry J Hall
Yes, that's all I can think of - other than an exemption certificate from HSE. The Institute of Acoustics run a Certificate Course in the Management of Occupational Exposure to Hand Arm Vibration - good course.
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Posted By John A Blease
Hi Robert,
just a guess regarding the "HAVS certificate"
Is it refering to an assessment by an occupational health provider as to whether an employee is showing symptoms of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome?
If it is employee related, the assessment should be categorised under the HSE's tiered approach to health surveillance for HAVS.
John A Blease
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Posted By The toecap
You may be getting confused with a HAVS register. In which any vibrating activities are noted down and the trigger time is monitored to ensure that exposure is kept within approved guidelines. (Perhaps)
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Posted By RobertW
Thanks chaps for the replies, the issue we have on site is a supplier of drills etc is charging us a large amount to 'certificate' the tools whereby he 'tests them for the vibration levels' and gives them a number entering the tool serial number on a register. I know the manufacturers of the tools give these details in their spec sheets but I get the feeling we are being ripped off and surely like an mot the vibration levels would only be applicable for the test, as afterwards the tool could be abused by dropping it or using it incorrectly and the vibration levels could change thus rendering the test levels useless.
Can you give me your opinions on this matter please
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Posted By Belmont
The data the "tester" is giving you is probably more useful than the manufacturers data as it reflects the real vibration level your employees will be exposed to, from each tool, rather than a theoretical one that comes from the manufacturer. You can then use this to determine how much exposure each employee is getting and what controls to put in place.
I guess this data is being supplied following maintenance? if so it should also give you a good indication on wear and when to replace tooling.
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Posted By RobertW
Thanks Belmont, The tester is doing the tests on new tools only, we have asked him to carry out half yearly and then maybe reduce it to yearly checks on tools in use but he has not started this yet.
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Posted By Mark Eden Robert Try this web site out http://www.operc.com/index.htmThere is a list of tools that have been tested It's basically free to use - The Major Contractors Group will only allow tools on this register on site. Hope it's of some use. Regards Mark
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