HAVS Screening (Tier 1 & 2) Online Service UK
PEMS Health provides online HAVS screening for employers whose staff use vibrating tools.
This allows organisations to monitor symptoms, identify early concerns and decide when further assessment is needed.
The service is suitable for companies of any size and can be used across multiple sites.
Employers typically use screening to monitor workers exposed to vibrating tools and identify when clinical advice is required.
What is HAVS screening?
HAVS screening is the routine questionnaire stage of vibration health surveillance.
It is used to detect early symptoms before permanent problems develop. The purpose is to detect change over time rather than make a diagnosis.
Employees complete a structured questionnaire about hand symptoms, circulation and sensation.
Screening is typically performed:
Before starting vibration exposure (baseline)
Annually thereafter
More frequently if symptoms are reported
Why employers carry out screening
The purpose of screening is early detection and safe management — not diagnosis.
Screening helps employers to:
Identify possible symptoms early
Monitor workers over time
Decide when clinical assessment is required
Demonstrate appropriate health surveillance arrangements
Most workers will remain in routine surveillance without needing further assessment
Most employees continue normal work following screening. Only a small proportion require further assessment.
Online screening process
Our screening is completed remotely by employees using a secure questionnaire.
Step 1 — Employees receive a link
We provide a questionnaire link that can be distributed internally.
Step 2 — Employees complete screening
The questionnaire takes only a few minutes to complete.
Step 3 — Results are reviewed
Responses are assessed and categorised.
Step 4 — Outcome guidance
We advise whether:
Routine monitoring continues
Further screening is needed
Clinical assessment should be arranged
When is Tier 4 needed?
A Tier 4 assessment is only required if symptoms are reported or abnormal findings are identified.
👉 Tier 4 HAVS Medical Assessment: /tier-4-havs
Advantages of online screening
Online surveillance allows organisations to monitor large workforces without arranging on-site appointments.
Benefits include:
Simple distribution to multiple locations
Minimal disruption to work
Consistent screening process
Clear escalation pathway
Who this service is for
The service is commonly used by:
Engineering and manufacturing companies
Construction contractors
Vehicle repair workshops
Employers introducing new vibration tools
Organisations managing multiple sites
Set up HAVS screening
We will help you set up an appropriate surveillance pathway and advise when further assessment is required.
Email: admin@pemshealth.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
How often should HAVS screening be done?
Usually annually after baseline screening, unless symptoms require earlier review.
What happens if symptoms are reported?
The employee may need further assessment and sometimes referral for a Tier 4 medical.
How long does the questionnaire take?
Normally only a few minutes to complete.