Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome Claims

Hand arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) is a disease of the hands and fingers caused by excessive exposure to Hand Held Vibratory Tools. This condition is more commonly referred to as ‘vibration white finger’ (VWF).

If you are suffering from Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome as a result of using equipment at work, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact our specialist Personal Injury Solicitors on 033 3344 9600 to discuss making a Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome claim.

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Symptoms of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome

There can be 3 components to HAVS:

  • Attacks of blanching (whiteness) in the fingers
  • Numbness and tinging in the fingers resulting in a loss of dexterity and sensation
  • Muscle / bone disorders, causing such problems as a reduction in grip strength

All three components are not always present. It can be one or more of the components listed. The more intense and length the exposure to vibration, the worse the symptoms are likely to be.

You may also suffer from a condition called Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. This is a condition which is often associated with exposure to vibration and can be compensated in the same way as Hand Arm Vibration syndrome / Vibration White Finger. If you have been exposed to vibration and diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, you may be able to pursue a claim contact us on 033 3344 9600.

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Treatment for Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome

The best treatment is to stop using hand held vibratory tools altogether. Continuous use of hand-held vibratory tools will most probably result in the condition and symptoms worsening.

Workers who suffer from the condition should avoid cold environments and if possible, wear gloves to keep their hands warm.

Regular medical checks by employers would assist in the early identification of the condition which may enable symptoms to improve, providing exposure to the use of hand-held vibratory tools is stopped or reduced at an early stage. Job rotation and warnings of the risk of this condition are further measures which can be taken by employers to reduce the risk of workers developing this condition.

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Common Occupations That Cause Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome

Below are the occupations where the condition is prevalent:

  • Road Workers
  • Construction Workers
  • Foundry Workers
  • Building Workers
  • Railway / Motor Vehicle Repair Workers
  • Fitters
  • Steel Fabricators
  • Forestry Workers
  • Arborists
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Making a Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome Claim

If you would like to make a claim for Hand Arm Vibration / Vibration White Finger, contact our specialist Personal Injury Solicitors today on 033 3344 9600 or complete our online enquiry form. Our solicitors have supported hundreds of clients who have suffered from vibration injuries helping them get the compensation they deserve.

Employers can only be held legally responsible if it can be shown that they ought to have known of the damaging effects of excessive exposure to vibration.

The Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 aims to protect workers from risks to health from vibration placing a duty of care on employers to protect their employees from these dangers.

Over the years, our personal injury solicitors have gained a vast amount of knowledge and expertise in Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome claims so, you can have peace of mind we will handle your case professionally and efficiently.

Call us on 033 3344 9600 to speak to a member of our personal injury team or complete our online enquiry form.

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Making a Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome Claim

If you would like to make a claim for Hand Arm Vibration / Vibration White Finger, contact our specialist Personal Injury Solicitors today on 033 3344 9600 or complete our online enquiry form. Our solicitors have supported hundreds of clients who have suffered from vibration injuries helping them get the compensation they deserve.

Employers can only be held legally responsible if it can be shown that they ought to have known of the damaging effects of excessive exposure to vibration.

The Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 aims to protect workers from risks to health from vibration placing a duty of care on employers to protect their employees from these dangers.

Over the years, our personal injury solicitors have gained a vast amount of knowledge and expertise in Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome claims so, you can have peace of mind we will handle your case professionally and efficiently.

Call us on 033 3344 9600 to speak to a member of our personal injury team.

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Vibration After 1976

If exposure to vibration was after 1976, then it may be possible to pursue a claim if:

  • A Doctor diagnoses Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome, Vibration White Finger or Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. A diagnosis based on the account of symptoms, history of exposure to vibration and the exclusion of any other medical reason for the condition to have developed.
  • It can be shown that the employer knew or ought to have known that the excessive exposure to vibration through the use of hand-held vibratory tools at work may result in developing vibration white finger
  • There has been exposure to unsafe levels of vibration. Expert evidence may be required to assess whether or not a worker has been exposed to safe or unsafe levels of vibration. A reasonable employer should have in place a programme of preventative measures such as job rotation, regular medical checks and provide warnings of the risk of developing the condition.

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Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit / Reduced Earnings Allowance

Vibration White Finger is a prescribed disease which may entitle a person suffering from the cidiont to make a claim to the Benefits Agency for Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit and / or Reduced Earnings Allowance. It is not necessary to show that an employer is at fault for a worker developing the condition. If entitled to either of the Benefits, the Benefit can be back dated for a three-month period:

  • Fingers often go white and small objects are hard to handle
  • The condition is not restricted to the mining industry
  • A reasonable employer should limit the exposure to vibration often, with a system of job rotation
  • Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit / Reduced Earnings Allowance can be claimed

 

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