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Exposure to Hand-Arm Vibration (HAVS) remains a serious risk in metalworking operations. This practical webinar combines regulatory guidance with real-world applications to help you confidently measure, manage, reduce and mitigate vibration exposure.

The webinar examines how effective vibration control can boost productivity, highlighting both the efficiency gains and improved price-to-performance benefits. It focuses on innovative abrasives that help reduce exposure without compromising output. Ideal for health & safety professionals, production managers and metalworking specialists seeking practical, actionable insights.

Andrew Hounslea, HM Specialist Inspector of Health and Safety (Noise and Vibration), Health and Safety Executive, will discuss the importance of controlling these risks to reduce exposure from his background as an inspector and using his industry experience.

Theo Simon, 3M Global Abrasives Application Engineer, will then demonstrate how to test for, record, and calculate vibration exposure on tools, ways to mitigate will be discussed using practical shop-floor examples.

There will also be the opportunity to put your questions directly to experts from 3M and the Health and Safety Executive.

All attendees will receive a CPD certificate.

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Kelly Rose

Editor

Health & Safety Matters

Andrew Hounslea

HM Specialist Inspector of Health and Safety (Noise and Vibration)

Health and Safety Executive

Andrew Hounslea is a Specialist Inspector within HSE, specialising in noise and vibration risks in the workplace. He has extensive experience helping employers understand and control occupational health hazards, particularly those associated with hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) and workplace noise exposure. Andrew regularly contributes to industry events, webinars and professional training sessions, where he shares practical guidance on risk assessment, exposure monitoring and compliance with health and safety legislation. Through his work with HSE, he supports organisations in improving workplace standards, protecting employee health and promoting effective risk management across a wide range of industries.

Theo Simon, M.Phil, CEng

3M Global Abrasive Application Specialist

Theo Simon is a proactive, customer-orientated Chartered Mechanical Engineer; driven by a desire to make a real difference. Passionate about the metalworking industry, innovation and problem-solving. With over 16 years of experience with 3M, Theo is highly skilled at understanding processes and demonstrating solutions to show safety and profitability. Key areas of expertise: Abrasives for Angle Grinders, Non-Woven abrasives and Product Portfolios.

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Hand-Arm Vibration Mitigation: Practical Examples to Measure and Control HAVS Effectively in Metalworking