Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) Awareness Course

Welcome to the online Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) Awareness Course from ProTrainings.

This course has been designed to help you understand the risks associated with vibration exposure and how to protect yourself and others in the workplace.

What Is HAVS?

Hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) is a serious health condition caused by repeated exposure to vibration from handheld or hand-guided tools.

Without proper control measures, HAVS can lead to permanent damage to the hands and arms, affecting your ability to work and carry out everyday tasks.

What You Will Learn

Throughout this course, you will learn:

• The causes and risks of HAVS
• The symptoms and long-term health effects
• How to reduce vibration exposure
• The control measures needed to create a safer workplace

How the Course Works

This course is delivered through a combination of video-based learning and knowledge checks to support your understanding.

• Watch a series of short training videos
• Answer knowledge review questions
• Complete a short final assessment

You can start, pause and resume the course at any time, picking up exactly where you left off.

Flexible Learning on Any Device

The course is fully flexible and can be accessed on:

• Desktop computers
• Laptops
• Tablets
• Smartphones

You can switch between devices at any time, allowing you to learn in a way that suits your schedule.

Additional Learning Features

• Replay videos whenever needed
• Enable subtitles using the CC option
• Pin videos to your screen while reading supporting text
• Access additional help if questions are answered incorrectly

Each course page includes supporting text to reinforce your learning alongside the videos.

Certification and CPD

Once you successfully complete the course, you will receive:

• A completion certificate
• A CPD-certified statement
• An evidence-based learning statement

Your certificate can be validated using a QR code and can also be saved to your Apple Wallet for easy access.

Ongoing Access and Updates

You will have access to the course for eight months from the start date, even after passing the final test.

Course content is regularly updated, so you are encouraged to revisit the material to stay up to date.

Additional Training and Support

ProTrainings offers over 350 online video courses covering a wide range of workplace and personal skills.

For organisations, free company dashboards are available to manage staff training efficiently.

If you are responsible for workplace training, you can contact ProTrainings via:

• Email
• Telephone
• Online chat support

Full support is provided throughout your training, even though the course is delivered online.

Stay Up to Date

You can choose to receive a weekly email update featuring:

• New training videos
• Course updates
• Latest blog content

You can opt in or unsubscribe at any time.

Key Takeaway

This HAVS Awareness Course provides the knowledge and tools needed to recognise risks, reduce exposure and protect long-term health. With flexible learning, recognised certification and ongoing support, it is designed to help you stay safe and compliant in the workplace.

We hope you enjoy your course. Thank you for choosing ProTrainings, and good luck.