Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome

Use of power tools at work without adequate training and/or protection can cause injuries including Vibration White Finger and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Symptoms may include:

• Whiteness of the fingers
• Pain/ discomfort
• Tingling/ pins and needles
• Numbness

By law, employers have to protect all employees from exposure to harmful levels of vibration.

You may be at risk if you use or used any of the following in your work:-

• Drills
• Chainsaws
• Grinders
• Road Hammers
• Impact Wrenches

If you develop Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome because your employer failed to protect you properly, you are entitled to seek compensation.