A field survey of hand–arm vibration exposure in the UK utilities sector

Volume: 27, Issue: 9, Pages: 2179 - 2198
Published: Apr 24, 2020
Abstract
Purpose Excessive exposure to HAV can lead to hand–arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) which is a major health and well-being issue that can irreparably damage the neurological, vascular and muscular skeletal system. This paper reports upon field research analysis of the hand–arm vibration (HAV) exposure levels of utility workers in the UK construction sector when operating hand-held vibrating power tools. Design/methodology/approach An empirical...
Paper Details
Title
A field survey of hand–arm vibration exposure in the UK utilities sector
Published Date
Apr 24, 2020
Volume
27
Issue
9
Pages
2179 - 2198
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