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Vibrating tools: why review hand and arm exposure?

Equipment choice and task organisation can reduce vibration exposure.

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General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.

Grinders and jackhammers can transmit substantial vibration to hands and arms.

Regular high exposure can affect joints, nerves and circulation in the fingers.

Report tingling or reduced sensation, explaining your use of tools.

Prevention involves equipment choice and operating conditions, together with the employer.

Adapting equipment and varying tasks are ways to reduce strain.

Have the actual work situation assessed; a tool’s name alone does not measure your exposure.

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