Inform, protect and deploy resources and assets to cost e�ectively manage HAVS and tools

Better protect workers from HAVS

The Reactec Analytics Platform is a mobile tracking and manage-ment solution, which includes the HAVMETER, to better protect employees from Hand Arm Vibration exposure.Simpli�es and aids risk reduction plansThe Reactec Analytics Platform monitors in real-time, worker exposure using the HSE points system. It also provides practical and useful informa-tion to help implement and measure the most e�ective actions to support HSE guidelines.

Brings together all duty holdersThrough using the HAVMETER and Reactec Analytics reports, responsi-bility and awareness is shared with team leaders, depot and project managers. Providing unlimited access to easy-to-understand reports both online or by email, all duty holders can remain actively involved in risk reduction activity on a daily and management review level.

Reduces uncertainty of exposureThe Reactec Analytics Platform removes the uncertainty of tool use by tracking exact trigger time of tools used and by which operators. A HAVMETER can also be personalised to support operators on reduced points due to medical issues. The HAVMETER measures variations in tool vibration magnitudes across work schedules and operators to help identify a more representative risk, poor tool performance and utilisation.

Streamlining vibration monitoring means more time to reduce exposureThe HAVmeter completely automates the entire monitoring and reporting process. With easy access to operator exposure level records and tool usage, managers can utilise their time to proac-tively manage HAVs exposure risk with more accuracy and e�ciency than a manual system.

Continuous monitoring for continuous improvementAny level of vibration exposure is unsafe so deploying controls as robustly as possible no matter the level of risk is essential. The Reactec Analytics Platform will support reduction activity to make what was once di�cult or inaccurate, reasonable and practical.

- Continuous exposure monitoring to track all types of work activity.

- Greater accuracy of exposure monitoring & supports reduced worker activity.

- Vibration trend to highlight increases in exposure risk due to poor tool use or performance.

- Supervisor rapid intervention support with emailed reports & alerts.

ASSESSPlan overall strategy,

identify & assess health hazards & involve

workers in managing risks

WHO DOES WHATClients, Designers, CDM coordinators, Principal contractors, Contractors & Small builders & Workers

CONTROLPrevent risk or control the

remaining risks

REVIEWSupervise workers, maintain controls &

monitor e�ectivenessof controls

CONTROLPrevent risk or control the

remaining risks

DUTY HOLDERSClients, Designers, CDM coordinators, Principal contractors, Contractors & Small builders & Workers

REVIEWSupervise workers, maintain controls &

monitor e�ectivenessof controls

HSE continuous improvement cycle to mitigate vibration exposure

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Total Operator Days: 3141

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Exposure trends & action level thresholdsExamples of Reactec Analytics Reports

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Career management

Daily operatorexposure

Daily operator exposure levels

Date

Day Group Name EAV ELV Total Exposure Points

11/08/201

2 Sat Bridge Project 480 Sean Moore 100 400 403.60

08/08/201

2 Wed Bridge Project 454 Frank Smith 100 400 355.31

10/08/201

2 Fri Bridge Project 902507 Ian Manning 100 400 291.47

11/08/201

2 Sat Bridge Project 1490 Simon Keele 100 300 212.64

12/08/201

2 Sun Bridge Project 3110 Paul Flannagan 100 400 239.84

12/08/201

2 Sun Bridge Project 1490 Simon Keele 100 300 167.19

11/08/201

2 Sat Bridge Project 3110 Paul Flannagan 100 400 219.91

12/08/201

2 Sun Bridge Project 700 Nigel Lee 100 400 219.46

12/08/201

2 Sun Bridge Project 906395 Stuart Robinson 100 400 53.44

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ID / OperatorGroup

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12002 - Eric Smith

12003 - Frank Benny

12007 - Norman Foster

12034 - Ian Jones

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12000 - Nick Molloy

ID / OperatorGroup

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12002 - James Cairns

12003 - Dave Evans

12007 - Ian Hartrick

12034 - Bryan Adams

Northern Division

Site 21

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Tool Usage

Tool ID Manufacturer Model Tool NameVib

m/s²

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Trigger Time (H:M:S) ConnectedUtilisation

3193080 MAKITA HR4001C 12.50 13 2.18:23:19 62.55%

3193079 MAKITA HR4011C 7.50 16 2.11:56:54 49.03%

A0120004 HILTI TE706AVR

BREAKER

6.60 8 1.18:41:42 44.89%

TE60 HAND TAMPER HANDLES 9.00 8 1.12:32:01 59.23%

3193077 MAKITA HR4011C 7.50 10 1.10:16:09 50.24%

245e100 TE706 AVR BREAKER 6.60 1 1.04:56:35 54.53%

3110984 MAKITA HR4511C 7.50 10 18:33:13 35.57%

3121981 MAKITA 9565PC 10.00 12 17:44:58 57.08%

45n0083 TE706 AVR BREAKER 6.60 1 15:42:37 49.69%

e10001 TE706 AVR BREAKER 6.60 1 15:01:45 56.86%

More e�ectively support HSE regulationsA unique platform to better support HSE regulationsThe HAVMETER encourages operators to become pro-active, actively looking for tool/job rotation or better planning of shifts etc. Providing easier access to exposure reports helps increase awareness through-out a company of the measure of controls and activi-ties to revise them. The reports also provide greater accuracy and insight to aid designing out exposure through work and tool planning.

- More accurate assessment of exposure

- Unique information to help deploy the most e�ective measure of controls - Helps educate and involves all duty holders - Measure the e�ectiveness of controls to aid design changes

Reports can be viewed online or automatically received by email of operator daily exposure levels and tool usage to assess worker activity and threshold breaches. Alerts can also be sent when operators breach an action threshold to support proactive HAVs management.

Reactec Analytics reports support risk reduction activityAlternative work methods The reports more accurately identify areas of risk and where to look for alternative work methods to eliminate or reduce exposure to vibration. Equipment selection Tool usage reports help select or allocate the most suitable equip-ment for tasks. Compare tool vibration magnitudes of tools used to help select the lowest vibration tools that are suitable and can do the work e�ciently.

Maintenance & purchasing policy for replacing old plant The reports summarise which make and model of tools contribute the most in terms of vibration exposure points and how long tools has been used. This can help maintenance scheduling, plan replacements and identify poor tool use.

Work schedules A clear understanding of tool use helps plan work to avoid individuals being exposed to vibration for long continuous periods . View employee exposure to vibration and the related HSE exposure points across projects, departments and working groups.

Measure e�ectiveness of controls Accurate and continuous monitoring is imperative to risk assess, deploy and measure the e�ectiveness of controls. To also more easily check a programme of controls is being carried out by managers and employees.

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Features

Simple to useStreamlines and simpli�es the HAVs monitoring process, reduces human error and is auditable.

Accuarate and informativeThe HAVMETER’s visual “tra�c light” HAV level indicator is tailored to an operators daily exposure thresholds and educates operators on tool exposure. The online Reactec Analytics reports also simpli�es managing HAVs exposure risk.

SecureReports are securely hosted and supported by Reactec with daily backups.

No additional IT requiredOnly a computer and internet connection required to view Analytic reports 24/7.

24/7 reportsInformation is tamper proof and companies can centrally manage employee online access to view speci�c or company-wide reports.

Robust and industry tested6 years industry tried and tested to withstand all working environments and conditions.

Supporting 40,000+UK tool operators

Instant access to accurate, historical & auditable dataDefending a HAVS related claim requires documenta-tion of a claimant’s exposure based on historical tool usage and work history. Employers who have reduced exposure risk, as low as reasonably practical, can still �nd this process problematic due to lack of conclusive exposure records.

- Continuous monitoring provides conclusive exposure records.

- 1 click download of reports reduces preparation time and paper work.

- Auditable & accurate data provides a more robust defence.

- Reduced risk helps secure lowest insurance premiums.

Provide a robust defence against litigation

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How it works - Track & manage HAVS risk

The use of vibrating tools can cause a range of conditions collec-tively known as Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome or HAVS for short.

All employers have a legal obligation to conduct; - Exposure assessment, - Exposure reduction, - Health monitoring, - Information and training.

Dose-response data indicates that “10% of individuals will have �nger blanching symptoms after 12 years if exposed at the action value of 2.5m2 A(8) [100 HSE exposure points] or after 6 years if exposed at the limit value of 5m2 A(8) [400 HSE exposure points]”.

“Exposure below the Action Value cannot be considered safe...” (HSE)

- 2 million UK workers exposed to high levels*- 300,000 su�ering advanced stages*- You can develop HAVS within 6 months.

- 50% of all reported Occupational industrial diseases are HAVS related (HSE 2012)

- There is NO cure for HAVS - only prevention

*Medical Research Council

Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS)

CollectEach operative uses their person-alised RFID card to signout a HAVMETER from a Basestation at the start of their shift.

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ConnectThe operative connects their HAVMETER to tools magneti-cally during their shift. The HAVmeter calculates and displays in realtime the HSE points exposure and the LEDs indicate action levels reached.

ManageFrom head o�ce to remote locations only an internet connection and computer are required to view the online reports. Companies can centrally manage employee online access to view speci�c or company wide reports. This secure access keeps team leaders and managers informed of their teams’ HAV risk by receiving auto alerts if an operator exceeds personal daily exposure limits.

ReturnAt the end of a shift the HAVMETER is returned to a Basestation where it begins recharging and downloads data onto the Basestation.

TransmitThe Communications (Comms) module sends the Basestation data to the cloud based reports.

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10%of workers

“An accurate and cost-e�ective means of controlling and recording vibration exposure.” Wood Group PSN,Ron Martin, Lead HSE Advisor,

“The devices give us a valuable monitoring system that makes sure we know who is working with what machinery and for how long.”BAM Nuttall, Roy Jackson, Senior Safety Advisor

“It’s very di�cult to quantify what sort of amount of exposure an individual has had - the HAVmeter is the perfect solution.”Balfour Beatty Regional Civil Engineering,Brian Hume, Health & Safety Manager

“Before the HAVmeter we relied on manual input with a guy basically using his memory at the end of the day for the time that he has spent using vibratory tools. With the HAVmeter, we have seen an accurate, user friendly piece of kit which allows us to manage HAV more easily. We have been able to make major cost savings through cutting out administrative costs.”AMEY, George Kennedy, Roads Manager

“There has been nothing but positive feedback from our employees, the HAVmeters are extremely easy to use and many of them feel the device has made their working life easier.”Aggregate Industries - Gordon Dick, Site Manager “We now have a robust defence in place to

protect us against any claims.”Norfolk County Council Environment Transport & Development Colin Tibbenham

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REACTEC

Testimonials

Reactec Ltd, Vantage Point,3 Cultins Road,

Edinburgh EH11 4DF

Tel: 0131 221 0930Email: info@reactec.comWeb: www.reactec.com

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