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Posted By Kate Graham
I've been asked whether vibration (in the form of a respirator's power source worn on a belt around the waist) is of any concern specifically in relation to male reproductive organs. As far as I can tell from HSE / web search the answer is no, but can anyone either confirm this or tell me different?
Kate
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Posted By Mark Bywater
Kate,
It would be interesting to know if any female workers have asked the same question. From what I have heard vibration has a very positive effect on female reproductive organs.
Seriously though, you would have to look at the time exposure although this is a new one on me too. It's never been an issue with us, although the time we use them often under 30 mins at one go.
Mark
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Posted By Dave Daniel
In carrying out internet searches in respect of hand/arm vibration, I accidentally found out that there are certain parts of the "entertainment" industry and some leisure activities where excessive exposure to vibration is known to lead to numbing and presumably a VWF-like condition in certain parts of the anatomy..... but I don't think that a waist-mounted respirator power pack would have this effect!
Fortunately our consultancy has yet to be called upon to advise on such matters professionally!
Dave
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Posted By David Wallington
Kate, there are safety guidelines/safety research into whole of body vibration and hand tool vibration.
I have yet to come across one for the residual effects that vibration may have on the male reproductive organs.
Now I could go off in several different tangents here,(as most of the males in the room are stifling a smile, time to evolve guys) male bus drivers, driveway sand compactor operators and numerous other profeesions must surely be exposed to these vibrations daily.
Actually I have never ever heard one complain? Interesting.
If I find anything that may help I will pass it on.
Regards
Dave
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Posted By Alec Wood
Hi All
Somewhat of a pet subject for me, being as I suffered from testicular cancer a few years ago, I have tended to read up on stuff that covers the male health angle.
I know of no specific issues with vibration, but heat is another matter. The scrotum is designed in such a way that the temperature of the testicles can be controlled, usually by changing their position relative to the rest of the body - don't believe me, jump in the cold sea and watch! External heating of the area has not been linked to any specific condition, other than a general lowering of sperm count, but it is generally agreed that if possible it should be avoided.
Unfortunately we men do not have the same approach or attitude to our reproductive health as women, neither do we discuss such issues with each other as women do from time to time. When considering health promotion in the workplace, we should not forget this issue, particularly as the high risk group for many of these diseases is young men. Testicular cancer is a young men's disease, matastises very quickly and can be fatal in as little as six weeks.
I'd be very intersted to hear if any of you do come up with any info on the effects of vibration.
Alec Wood
Samsing Electronics
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