Observe the movements of the arms and select the category that is most appropriate.

Left arm movements.

Observe the movement of the arm and hand (not fingers) and count the number of times the same or simi

Left arm

Using the guide and ask the operative to establish the level of force required to complete the task.

Level of force.

Determine the amount of time that the worker spends in the postures described below. This includes th

The head or neck is:

The back is:

The arm is considered to adopt an awkward posture if the elbow is raised to around chest height and t

The left elbow is:

The wrist is considered to be bent or deviated if an obvious wrist angle can be observed.

The left wrist is:

Hand/finger grip

The left hand is a:

Determine the maximum amount of time that individuals perform the repetitive task without a break. Br

The worker performs the task continuously, without a break, for:

Speak to the workers about any difficulties they might have keeping up with the work. Select the most

Work pace:

Identify any other factors that are present in the task. For example.- gloves affect grip and make ha

Other factors affecting left arm

Psychosocial factors are not given a score. However, they should be considered through discussion wit

Enter psychosocial factors here.

Preview the assessment report to ascertain the total score I.e 15/248, apply the duration multiplier

Score after applying duration multiplier.

Take a photo of the task.