Summary

Hand-held pneumatic tools generate noise and vibration that, over the years, can cause harmful effects on health.

The duration and intensity of exposure to noise can cause deafness, while the duration and intensity of exposure to vibration can result in Raynaud’s syndrome (fingers that turn white) and musculoskeletal disorders.

The IRSST has measured the noise and vibration levels of hand-held pneumatic tools used in automobile repair shops.