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long term effects
HAVS can lead to a range of health issues in your workers
HAVS can lead to a range of health issues including hand-arm vibration syndrome, carpal tunnel syndrome, nerve damage, and musculoskeletal disorders.
These conditions can cause pain, numbness, reduced grip strength, and decreased dexterity, which can significantly impact the affected employee's ability to perform their job effectively. It can also lead to long-term health complications and reduced quality of life.
Employers have a legal obligation to provide a safe working environment and protect the health and well-being of their employees. Failure to address HAVS hazards can result in legal liabilities, compensation claims, and increased insurance costs.
PRODUCT BENEFITS
Reduce sick leave and claims with HAV alerts
Reduce sick leavespacebands’ HAV warning device alerts users if they are in danger of overexposure to hand arm vibration whilst operating machinery.
The device is a wearable wristband that uses an accelerometer to measure levels of hand and arm vibration.
spacebands’ innovative device is a low cost solution to allow employers to comply with health and safety regulations and gain valuable insights via alerts sent to the dashboard from the wearable device.
Used over time, it can prevent workers from developing hand arm vibration syndrome.and claims with HAV alerts
REQUIRED TECHNOLOGY
Hand arm vibration
In order to use spacebands HAVS system, you will need the equipment below:
Customisable Settings:
spacebands’ wearable wristband tracks vibration levels through an accelerometer within the device.
When a high vibration event occurs, the time and date of the event and the duration of the event is stored to the analytics dashboard. Exposure measurement is tracked with accumulated time count in a day for each wearable and a maximum session time.
Exposure Limit:
Configurable in Hz
Alert Duration:
Length of time in seconds alert runs
Alert Type:
Vibrate/Light/Beep
Exposure Duration:
Length of time exposure permitted
STATISTICS
Around 2 million workers worldwide are exposed to hand-arm vibration at work
According to the International Labour Organization, around 2 million workers worldwide are exposed to hand-arm vibration in their workplaces, and up to 50% of these workers could develop HAV-related health problems.
In the UK, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reported that in 2019/2020, there were 486 new cases of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) reported, and 61% of these cases resulted in more than 20 days off work.
In the US, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) estimates that 2 million workers are exposed to hand-arm vibration, and that as many as half of them will develop HAV-related health issues.
AVAILABLE SAFETY FEATURES
Keep your staff safe
spacebands offers multiple safety features for the workplace. See our pricing page for more information. Save lives and cut costs with spacebands unique and affordable wearables.
Unauthorised Access Zone Checks
This feature uses a Beacon to check if users can access an unauthorized zone and alerts accordingly.
Machine to Person Collision
Safety Feature
This feature uses a Beacon on forklifts or machinery to alert wearables in proximity (proximity is customisable).
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PPE Prompts
Safety Feature
This feature uses a Beacon to check if users have the required personal protective equipment.
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Decibel Monitoring
Safety Feature
Monitors loud noise levels; alerting the user regarding overexposure and PPE warnings where required.
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HAVS (hand arm vibration)
Safety Feature
The wearable device measures hand and arm movement during machinery operation, tracking exposure time and maximum session duration.
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SOS Alarm
Safety Feature
The wearable device supports SOS alarm activation, alerting nearby wearables in real-time via a Bluetooth mesh network.
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Trips and Falls
Safety Feature
The wearable device detects trips and falls, triggering an alarm with customisable alert type and duration.
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Unauthorised Access Zone Checks
Safety Feature
This feature uses a Beacon to check if users can access an unauthorized zone and alerts accordingly.
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Certification Checks at Access Zones
Safety Feature
This feature uses a Beacon to check if users have the required certification for accessing specific areas.
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Safety Performance Prompts
Safety Feature
The wearable device displays text-based safety prompts from the dashboard at the start of each working day.
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Temperature Checks (coming soon)
Safety Feature
Track environmental temperature; enables temperature threshold alerts, and records temperature data.
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Building Occupancy (coming soon)
Safety Feature
Check-in Hub monitors attendance, enabling check-in/check-out and shift tracking.
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Lone Worker (coming soon)
Safety Feature
This feature uses a Check-in Hub for lone working, alerting users to check in periodically when working alone.
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Social Distancing (coming soon)
Safety Feature
The wearable devices track proximity to other devices, capturing time, duration, and device contact information.
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AVAILABLE SAFETY FEATURES
Keep your staff safe
Use data to protect your staff appropriately. Devices stores details about your workplace hazards which can be accessed on the safety dashboard – desktop and mobile.
Unauthorised Access Zone Checks
This feature uses a Beacon to check if users can access an unauthorized zone and alerts accordingly.
Work Breaks
Well-Being Feature
Devices alert users for scheduled work breaks. Data stored includes time and date of break alerts.
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Pedometer Feature
Well-Being Feature
Pedometer feature tracks users' daily step count with a customisable goal. Default goal is 10,000 steps.
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Stretching Alerts
Well-Being Feature
Wearable prompts stretching if user is stationary for too long. Customisable reminders. Default: every 3 hours.
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Daily Well-being Prompts
Well-Being Feature
Wearable displays customisable well-being prompts from the dashboard. Increase morale with daily prompts.
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Mood Tracker
Well-Being Feature
Wearable asks users about their mood at work. Track workplace well-being scheme success by monitoring mood.
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AVAILABLE WELL-BEING FEATURES
Keep your staff happy
spacebands offers multiple well-being features for your staff. See our pricing page for more information. Increase productivity and staff morale with spacebands unique and affordable wearables.
Covering your industry
spacebands is used across a wide range of industries to make workplaces safer and save lives
Logistics
Use spacebands to help you safeguard your workforce, internal vehicles and goods.
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Manufacturing
Use spacebands analytics to identify actionable insights to improve operational safety.
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Construction
Technology driven solutions to improve site safety and reduce on-site accidents.
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CUSTOMER FEEDBACK
Testimonials
spacebands are helping Health & Safety managers around the world reduce accidents, injuries and legal claims
Sarah H
HSE Manager
The extensive customisation options and wide range of features offered by spacebands have solidified their position as our top choice among safety wearable devices.
Mark C
HSE Director
We reached out to spacebands in regard to their wearable solution for aiding our employees' safety and well-being, and we couldn't be happier with the comprehensive data it collects.
Alex P
EHS Officer
We were blown away by the depth of data it collects but what really sets spacebands apart is how incredibly easy they are to implement.
David N
Site Manager
We were facing challenges in finding a health and safety wearable that could operate effectively in areas with poor Wi-Fi connectivity.
CONTACT US
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Investing in spacebands is a great way to prove to your workforce that you genuinely care about their safety and well-being at work.
Our system keeps employees safe, as well as saving HSE managers significant time spent on admin, freeing up time to focus on keeping your team safe.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
spacebands are helping Health & Safety managers around the world reduce accidents, injuries and legal claims
Is staying beneath the exposure level (EAV/ELV) sufficient for compliance?
Staying beneath the EAV/ELV is an important step in protecting workers from noise exposure, but compliance with regulations and standards may require additional measures such as implementing a hearing conservation program and monitoring for standard threshold shifts.
Do spacebands keep records for our insurance company?
All HAVS information is saved on each wearable device and uploaded to the analytics dashboard when the device is charged. Information is saved on the dashboard over time and you can look back at different date ranges and share this with your insurance company - only if you would like to do so!
Why does my company need a HAV monitoring device?
A HAV monitoring device can help your company to protect the health and safety of workers who use vibrating tools and equipment, comply with health and safety regulations, prevent work-related injuries and illnesses, and reduce workers' compensation costs.
Should workers be constantly monitored for HAVS when using machinery or equipment?
While regular monitoring for HAVS is important, it should be part of a comprehensive approach to preventing and managing the condition, including risk assessments, preventive measures, and regular health surveillance.
What is a HAV monitoring device?
A Hand-Arm Vibration monitoring device is a tool used to measure the level of vibration emitted by tools and equipment used by workers, which can help to identify the risk of Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS). HAV devices can help employers to identify the risk of HAVS and implement appropriate preventive measures.
How accurate is the spacebands HAV monitoring device?
spacebands device is a single-axis accelerometer: measuring vibration in a single direction from the wrist. The HAVS safety feature is intended as a rough guide to exposure to hand arm vibration.
There are more accurate devices on the market, but none that offer the range of features spacebands offer.
