| Title |
Control back-pain risks from whole-body vibration |
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| SubTitle |
Advice for employers on the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005. |
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| Free Download |
Free pdf copy available  Click Here to view document. |
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| Author |
HSE |
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| Series Code |
INDG |
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| Series Number |
242REV1 |
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| Publisher |
HSE Books |
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| Date of Publication |
2005 |
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| Length |
16 pages |
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| Stock Code |
INDG242REV1 |
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| ISBN |
0717661199 |
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| Edition |
rev.ed |
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| Quantity Per Pack |
10 |
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| Notes |
leaflet. supersedes earlier editions. (INDG242) (INDG242REV2) (INDG242 REV2) 10 copies per pack. |
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| Abstract |
Provides guidance for employers of operators of off-road mobile machinery, agricultural vehicles or industrial trucks. You may also find it helpful if you employ drivers of other vehicles, particularly if they suffer from back pain, you are a driver or operator of a mobile machine or vehicle or if you are a trade union representative or an employee representative for drivers or operators. This leaflet will help you manage the risk of back-pain in your employees and will tell you what you need to know to comply with the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005. Contents: Introduction; The health effects of whole-body vibration; Who is at risk? Legal duties; Assess the risks; Measuring exposure; Duties of manufacturers and suppliers; Control the risks; Information and training; Health monitoring; How can I find out more? |
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| Keywords |
Leaflet; General guidance; Spine; Seat; Posture |
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