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The At Work Partnership - Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) for Occupational Health Technicians & Nurses

Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) for Occupational Health Technicians & Nurses

Wednesday 11th June - Birmingham

Course tutor: Dr Roger Cooke, consultant in occupational medicine, and a leading expert in hand–arm vibration syndrome

Are you getting started in HAVS? Do you want to improve your confidence, knowledge and skills? For OH technicians and screening nurses with no prior knowledge of HAVS, this new introductory course may meet your needs.

Join The At Work Partnership for this face-to-face one-day training course that provides a solid introduction and significant background knowledge on HAVS to assist OH technicians and screening nurses in their role undertaking delegated tasks for statutory health surveillance.

Course testimonial from previous delegate

“A very worthwhile day, providing informative and relevant content, delivered in an interesting way that will enhance practice” – Occupational Health Nurse

How will attending this training benefit you?

You will gain:

• Detailed background knowledge of hand-transmitted vibration, its health effects and symptoms

• An understanding of your role in undertaking delegated tasks for statutory health surveillance at Tiers 1, 2 or 3, and how you can work under supervision to assist suitably qualified occupational health staff

• Comprehension of the legal requirements relevant for workers exposed to hand-transmitted vibration

• Hands-on, practical experience of how to conduct different assessments for HAVS

• Improved confidence in your HAVS knowledge and skills

Who is the training designed for?

This training is designed for OH technicians and screening nurses that are new to HAVS (little or no experience). Previous experience of HAVS is not essential, but experience in OH is required.

Click here for the full course programme and to book online

When
June 11th, 2025 from  9:00 AM to  5:00 PM
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