Podcast | Whole-Body Vibration: Risks and Prevention Methods – Module 7
Production Date: 06.12.2025
Content Source: Republic of Türkiye, Ministry of Labour and Social Security – Directorate General of Occupational Health and Safety
Produced by: İçerik Evi – Digital Learning & Design Studio
About the Podcast
This podcast episode examines the adverse effects of hand–arm vibration exposure on employee health and the occupational health and safety measures required to address these risks. The content is based on the Implementation Guide on the Protection of Workers from Risks Related to Hand–Arm Vibration Exposure. Technical and regulatory information from the guide is presented in a clear, accessible, and practice-oriented manner.
The podcast aims to raise awareness—particularly for personnel working with vibrating hand tools and machinery—by supporting risk reduction and encouraging early preventive action.
Topics Covered in the Podcast
• Definition of vibration
• Adverse health effects of hand–arm vibration
• Exposure limit values
• Steps in risk assessment
• Identification of exposed workers
• Development of control strategies
• Improvement of work processes
• Mechanisation and equipment maintenance
• Health surveillance and early detection processes
Who Is This Podcast For?
• OHS professionals
• Employers and employer representatives
• Production and maintenance teams
• Personnel working with vibrating hand tools
• Field and operations managers
Podcast Format
• Podcast / Audio Content
• Informative OHS Broadcast
• Suitable for use in LMS and corporate digital platforms
Note
This podcast content is provided as a demo within the scope of organisation-specific e-learning projects, LMS-compatible online training modules, and occupational health and safety–focused digital learning solutions. The content is designed to be integrated into corporate e-learning infrastructures and training processes.