Hazardous manual tasks
WorkSafe Western Australia
This Code is intended to be read by a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU). It provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage health and safety risks associated with musculoskeletal disorders arising from hazardous manual tasks in the workplace.
This Code may be a useful reference for other persons interested in the duties under the WHS Act and WHS Regulations.
This Code applies to all workplaces covered by the WHS Act where hazardous manual tasks are carried out.
Contents:
1: Introduction
2: Identifying Hazardous Manual Tasks
3: Assessing The Risk
4: Controlling The Risks
5: Reviewing Control Measures
6: Role Of Designers, Manufacturers, Importers And Suppliers
Appendix 1: Glossary
Appendix 2: Examples Of Controlling MSD Risks Through Design
Appendix 3: The Risk Management Process For Manual Tasks
Appendix 4: Hazardous Manual Task Identification Worksheet
Appendix 5: Discomfort Survey
Appendix 6: Risk Assessment Worksheet
