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Hazardous manual task identification, risk factor analysis and control planning.
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Risk Factor Identification
Tick each risk factor present in the task. Record the body regions affected and any relevant notes.
| Present | Risk Factor | Description / Observation | Body Region(s) Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repetitive force | |||
| Sustained force | |||
| High or sudden force | |||
| Repetitive movement | |||
| Sustained posture | |||
| Awkward posture | |||
| Vibration exposure |
Risk Matrix (Likelihood x Consequence)
| Likelihood \ Consequence | 1 - Insignificant | 2 - Minor | 3 - Moderate | 4 - Major | 5 - Catastrophic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 - Almost certain | M | H | H | E | E |
| 4 - Likely | M | M | H | H | E |
| 3 - Possible | L | M | M | H | H |
| 2 - Unlikely | L | L | M | M | H |
| 1 - Rare | L | L | L | M | M |
Control Measures & Action Plan
Record existing controls and any additional measures required to reduce the manual handling risk. Follow the hierarchy: eliminate, substitute, engineer, administrate, PPE.
| # | Existing Controls | Additional Controls Recommended | Hierarchy Level | Responsible Person | Due Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ||||||
| 2 | ||||||
| 3 | ||||||
| 4 | ||||||
| 5 |
Declaration
I declare that I have assessed this manual handling task in consultation with the workers who perform it. I have identified the hazardous manual task risk factors present, evaluated the load characteristics and work environment, and rated the risk using the matrix above. Where the risk is moderate or higher, I have documented control measures following the hierarchy of controls and assigned responsible persons for implementation. I will communicate the findings to all affected workers and schedule a review within 12 months or sooner if the task changes or an injury occurs.