Hand-Arm Vibration Toolbox Talk

This Hand‑Arm Vibration toolbox talk template from Health & Safety Zone is designed for vehicle technicians, mechanics and workshop staff who use pneumatic impact guns, grinders and other air‑powered hand tools.

It covers the main vibration hazards, the health effects such as Hand‑Arm Vibration Syndrome, and the legal duties under the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 and relevant British Standard BS EN 60745‑2‑5.

• Use it for: daily pre‑shift briefings, new‑staff induction, and refresher training in motor‑trade workshops.
• Use it for: risk assessments of air‑tool use, and compliance audits of vibration exposure.
• Use it for: developing safe‑work procedures and monitoring employee health.

Each section provides a concise purpose, outlines what the work involves, explains why injuries occur, and lists practical do‑items and don’t‑items to guide safe practice on the shop floor.

Technicians are encouraged to record tool usage times and any symptoms of numbness or tingling in the provided exposure log. Early reporting enables the health and safety officer to arrange medical review and adjust work practices before permanent damage occurs.

Implementing the guidance reduces the risk of costly downtime, improves staff wellbeing, and helps meet statutory compliance, protecting your business from enforcement action.

The talk is fully editable, shareable and can be adapted to any workshop environment, ensuring that your team stays compliant and protected from vibration‑related injury.

Compliant with the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 and BS EN 60745‑2‑5.