Table 1

Feasibility of reported occupational exposure to sources of vibration in the past week

Source of exposure Workers reporting exposure
(n) 		Reports feasible (%)
Floor polisher1486
Nut runner2186
Impact wrench2162
Impact screwdriver1493
Jig saw3784
Circular saw2080
Hand guided mower13100
Hammer drill2286
Riveting hammer or dolly1619
Nailing or stapling gun1681
Pedestal grinder2277
Hand held portable grinder3574
Hand held sander3087
Any source of hand transmitted vibration12597
Car1436
Van3281
Bus or coach1694
Tractor1385
Fork lift truck2793
Lorry16100
Any source of whole body vibration9593