Occupational Hygiene Monitoring Survey Report
Whole-Body And Hand-Arm Vibration Survey Report
Client · Site
02 Sept 2026
Project Number — · Revision 0
Survey Information Details
| Report Number | OH-2026-000-R0 |
| Project Number | — |
| Client | — |
| Site / Premises | — |
| Physical Address | — |
| Survey Date | 02 Sept 2026 |
| Stress Factor | Whole-Body / Hand-Arm Vibration |
| Surveyor | — |
| Technical Signatory | Riaan de Villiers |
| Applicable Legislation | Regulation 13 Of The Physical Agents Regulations, 2024 |
| Occupational Exposure Limit | WBV TWA-OEL 1.15 m/s² · HAV TWA-OEL 5 m/s² · Action Levels 0.5 And 2.5 m/s² |
1.0 Executive Summary
The client contracted The Safety Network (Africa) (Pty) Ltd to conduct a vibration survey at the premises, . The survey was conducted on 02 Sept 2026 by —.
All readings were below the TWA-OEL. Three exposures exceeded the Action Level and require control measures to be considered.
2.0 Purpose Of The Survey
- Determine whole-body vibration exposure of mobile plant operators
- Determine hand-arm vibration exposure of employees using hand-held equipment
- Compare exposures with the OEL and Action Level of the Physical Agents Regulations, 2024
- Recommend control measures where exposures approach or exceed the Action Level
3.0 Contents Of Report
- 1.0Executive Summary
- 2.0Table Of Contents
- 3.0List Of Tables, Figures And Diagrams
- 4.0List Of Terms And Abbreviations
- 5.0Introduction
- 6.0Monitoring Methods And Procedure Followed
- 7.0Results And Discussion
- 8.0Recommendations
- 9.0Conclusion
- 10.0Indemnity And Signatures
- 11.0References
- 12.0Annexures To The Report
4.0 Instruments Used
| Instrument | Serial Number | Calibration Due |
|---|---|---|
| Gilian 5000 pump | GIL-4402 | 04 Nov 2026 |
| Gilian 5000 pump | GIL-4407 | 22 Oct 2026 |
| SKC Airchek TOUCH | SKC-2210 | 27 Sept 2026 |
5.0 Results And Discussion
| Sample No. | Employee / Equipment | Type | Exposure Time | A(8) m/s² | Action Level | OEL Exceeded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-01 | Gas Forklift C-24 — Paper Store | WBV | 06:30 | 0.62 | Exceeded | No |
| V-02 | Gas Forklift F45 — Heat-Set | WBV | 05:45 | 0.41 | Not Exceeded | No |
| V-03 | Gas Forklift F38 — Loading | WBV | 04:10 | 0.55 | Exceeded | No |
| V-04 | Cordless Drill — Workshop | HAV | 01:20 | 1.85 | Not Exceeded | No |
| V-05 | Electric Grinder — Workshop | HAV | 02:05 | 3.10 | Exceeded | No |
All readings were below the TWA-OEL. Three exposures exceeded the Action Level and require control measures to be considered.
6.0 Recommendations
- Maintain machinery, seating and suspension on all mobile plant
- Improve road, ramp and floor surfaces on forklift routes
- Apply job rotation where exposure duration increases
- Re-assess vibration exposure on change of equipment or duty cycle
7.0 Conclusion
Vibration exposures are below the OEL. Action Level exceedances require ongoing control and review.
8.0 Annexures To The Report
- Annexure A — Certificate Of Approval As A Department Of Employment And Labour Approved Inspection Authority
- Annexure B — SAIOH Certificates Of Surveyor And Technical Signatory
- Annexure C — Equipment Calibration Certificates
- Annexure D — Raw Measurement Data
- Annexure E — Photo Log
- Annexure F — Site And Floor Plans
The Safety Network (Africa) (Pty) Ltd
T/A SafeNet Africa
Dept. of Employment and Labour: AIA OH 0242 CI062
Signature of Technical Signatory
Riaan de Villiers
Signature of Surveyor
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