Workers using hand-held power tools – such as jack-hammers, chainsaws, grinders, drills, riveters and impact wrenches – may be exposed to harmful levels of hard-arm vibration (HAV).  

This information sheet is on how to manage the risk of HAV in the workplace.  

Minimising vibration exposure can reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders. 

Supporting information

• Implementation and effectiveness of the European directive relating to vibration in the workplace 
• Guide to managing risks of exposure to whole body vibration 
• Guide to measuring assessing whole body vibration 
• Information sheet – whole body vibration 
• Guide to managing risks of exposure to hand arm vibration