Guide To Measuring And Assessing Workplace Exposure To Whole-Body Vibration
Safe Work Australia
Version:
2016.
(Current)
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Publication date
October 2016
Pages
8
Current status
Current
Description
Whole-body vibration (WBV) is vibration transmitted to the whole body by the surface supporting it, for example through a seat or the floor. It is commonly experienced by drivers, operators and passengers in mobile plant when travelling over uneven surfaces. WBV may also be experienced while standing, for example standing on platforms attached to concrete crushing plant. WBV includes sharp impact-like shocks and jolts.
Scope
Contents:
What Is Whole-Body Vibration
Key Terms Used In This Guide
Measuring Vibration Levels
Daily Vibration Exposure A(8)
Vibration Dose Value
Adjustment For Extended Working Days
Uncertainty In Assessment Of Exposure
Measurement Axes
Calculating The Daily Vibration Exposure A(8)
Calculating The Vibration Dose Value
Manufacturer Declared Emission Values And Other Data Sources
Duration Of Exposure
Daily Vibration Exposure Using The Exposure Points System
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Safe Work Australia
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