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Vibration exposure log - Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005, construction (GB)

A log template for construction workers in Great Britain to record and monitor vibration exposure, supporting compliance with the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005.

Fill it in online - free, no account needed. 29 questions.

What it is for

This template provides a structured log for recording and assessing worker exposure to vibration in construction settings.

The full question list

1. Vibration Exposure Log Details

  1. Date and time of log entry *
  2. Name of person completing this log *
  3. Site or project name *
  4. Specific work area or location *

2. Tool and Task Information

  1. Tool or equipment used (make, model, serial number) *
  2. Specific task being performed *
  3. Stated vibration magnitude of the tool (m/s²) *
  4. Source of stated vibration magnitude (e.g., manufacturer's data, previous assessment) *

3. Exposure Assessment

  1. Actual trigger time of tool use for this worker (minutes) *
  2. Calculated daily vibration exposure A(8) for this worker (m/s²) *
  3. Is the calculated daily exposure A(8) at or above the daily exposure action value of 2.5 m/s²? *
  4. Is the calculated daily exposure A(8) at or above the daily exposure limit value of 5 m/s²? *
  5. Has a vibration risk assessment been completed for this work activity? *

4. Control Measures in Place

  1. Are low-vibration tools available and used for this task? *
  2. Are tools maintained in good working order (e.g., sharp blades, balanced parts)? *
  3. Are work methods designed to reduce grip force and push force on tools? *
  4. Are workers rotating tasks to limit individual exposure time? *
  5. Are rest breaks provided and taken to reduce continuous exposure? *
  6. Is appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., anti-vibration gloves) available and used? *

5. Worker Information and Health Surveillance

  1. Name of worker exposed to vibration *
  2. Has the worker received information, instruction, and training on vibration risks and controls? *
  3. Is the worker aware of the symptoms of hand-arm vibration syndrome? *
  4. Is the worker currently under a suitable health surveillance programme for vibration exposure? *
  5. Date of last health surveillance check for this worker

6. Follow-up and Sign-off

  1. Any observations or notes regarding vibration exposure or controls
  2. Are any immediate actions required based on this log entry? *
  3. Name of person completing this log *
  4. Date and time of sign-off *
  5. Signature of person completing this log *

References

How the score works

The score is the share of scored questions that pass. N/A is left out of the score; text, dates and signatures are recorded but not scored. A completed template is a record of what you checked; it is not an inspection by a regulator or an accreditation body.

Questions

What is the purpose of a vibration exposure log?

A vibration exposure log helps employers monitor and record the daily vibration exposure of their workers, ensuring that exposure action and limit values are not exceeded, and that appropriate control measures and health surveillance are in place as required by law.

How often should this log be completed?

This log should be completed for each worker on any day they are exposed to hand-arm vibration from power tools, especially when there is a risk of exceeding the daily exposure action value.