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HAZARD ZONE JOBS CHECKLIST

For each "caution zone job" find any physical risk factors that apply. If a hazard exists, it must be reduced below the hazard level or to the degree technologically and economically feasible. Not all items on the checklist need to be noted only those you recognize.

Movements or postures that are a regular and foreseeable part of the job, occurring more than one day per week, and more frequently than one week per year.

Hazard Exists

Job Position evaluated: Office Assistant

Date 11/15/17

No. of employees in these jobs?

60 employees

Awkward Posture

Comments/Observations

1. Working with the hand(s) above the head, or the elbows above the shoulders

More than 4 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

2. Repeatedly raising the hand(s) above the head, or the elbow(s) above the shoulder(s) more than once per minute

More than 4 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

3. Working with the neck bent more than 45° (without support or the ability to vary posture)

More than 4 hours total per day

Incorrect posture, desk and seat height. Sitting on a seat and tilting your, head for extended periods may tire your neck or back. If not positioned correctly, your monitor can cause neck pain, shoulder pain, or even eye strain.1

4. Working with the back bent forward more than 30° (without support or the ability to vary posture)

More than 4 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

5. Working with the back bent forward more than 45° (without support or the ability to vary posture)

More than 2 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

6. Squatting

More than 4 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

7. Kneeling

More than 4 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

High Hand Force

Hazard Exists

Comments/Observations

Pinching an unsupported object(s) weighing 2 lbs or more per hand, or pinching with a force of 4 lbs or more per hand (comparable to pinching a half a ream of paper)

8.

+ Highly repetitive motion

+ More than 3 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

9.

+

+ More than 3 hours total per day

Frequent mouse operation may result in straining particular hand muscles causing carpal tunnel syndrome.

10.

No other risk factors

+ More than 4 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

Gripping an unsupported object(s) weighing 10 lbs or more per hand, or gripping with a force of 10 lbs or more per hand (comparable to clamping light duty automotive jumper cables onto a battery)

11.

+ Highly Repetitive motion

+ More than 3 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

12.

+

+ More than 3 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

13.

No other risk factors

+ More than 4 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

Highly Repetitive Motion

Hazard Exists

Comments/ Observations

Using the same motion with little or no variation every few seconds (excluding keying activities)

14.

+

+ High, forceful exertions with the hand(s)

+ More than 2 hours total per day

Mouse operation; remaining still in the same position while typing and operating the computer.

15.

No other risk factors

+ More than 6 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

Intensive keying

16.

+

+ More than 4 hours total per day

Typing constraint when the position of the hands are forced to type for longer durations without breaks. The thumb, first and second fingers may grow numb.

17.

No other risk factors

+ More than 7 hours total per day

Repetitive motion and constant typing on the keyboard without proper posture may cause muscle strain as well as tendon and/or nerve damage and carpal tunnel syndrome. Stiffness may characterize certain fingers making typing difficult.

Repeated Impact

Comments/ Observations

18.

Using the hand (heel/base of palm) as a hammer more than once per minute

+ More than 2 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

19.

Using the knee as a hammer more than once per minute

+ More than 2 hours total per day

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Not Applicable

Exposures

Comments/ Observations

20. Indoor Air Issue Questions

· Is the temperature in the workplace extremely hot or cold?

· Have you noticed any breathing issues?

· Have you noticed any mold?

· Have you noticed any drafts?

· Does a vent blow directly on you?

Moderately cold when HVAC is switched on.

No breathing issues.

In the bathroom areas, mold is present.

No drafts noticed.

Yes, the vent blows towards me making me feel a bit cold and experience dryness in my throat.

21. Process chemicals

· What chemicals are used on this site?

· Is there a MSDS for these chemicals

No process chemicals are used at this site.

22. Physical Issues

· What is the dB level?

· Light level in lumens?

40dB when silent and 75dB when the HVAC is on.

461 lux marks the standard light level at 27 inches above the floor level.

23. PPE Available

· Is there PPE available?

· If so, Is the PPE utilized?

An attempt to provide standing work stations to allow easy blood flow to the legs while at work.

Psychosocial Strain (Interview a worker and ask these questions, answers can be strongly agree, agree, disagree, strongly disagree)

Comments/ Observations

24. Demand:

· My job requires working very fast.

· My job requires working very hard.

· I am not asked to do an excessive amount of work.

· I have enough time to get the job done.

· I am free from conflicting demands that others make.

This possess zero hazards in work pressure, fatigue, work place relationship development cultures and poor organization tendencies.

Working hard may result in work-related stress, poor interpersonal relationships and bullying due to the high expectations on limited schedules.

Adequate amount of work encourages balancing between work and social realms for wholesome growth.

Less time may result in anger or poor emotional response since the worker lacks sufficient time for social interaction and relaxation.

Conflicting demands such as work expectations and binging up kids may trigger poor concentration tendencies and a ‘’care-less’ attitude.

25. Decision Authority:

· My job allows me to make a lot of decisions on my own.

· On my job, I have very little freedom to decide how to do my work.

· I have a lot of say about what happens on my job.

Decision-making skills encourage and boost the self-esteem for the workers.

Restrictions on how to conduct work inhibits thinking and may trigger stress and demoralization in the work place.

Employee contribution is key in determining workable shifts and work schedules. Allowing employees to provide input also fosters positive work relationships.

26. Skill Discretion:

· My job requires that I learn new things.

· My job involves a lot of repetitive work.

· My job requires me to be creative.

· My job requires a high level of skill.

· I get to do a variety of different things on my job.

· I have an opportunity to develop my own special ability.

Learning new skills promotes innovation for easier and faster work productivity.

Repetitive tasks result in boredom and lack of concentration.

Creativity encourages workers to contribute their input on key matters regarding productivity.

High level of skills may exert pressure for the employees to further their knowledge and meet steep schedules. Thus, some may suffer from fatigue and stress.

Handling different tasks reduces boredom and repetitiveness in task execution.

Nurturing special ability provides the employee with a chance to further their skill sets and talents.

Calculator for Hand-Arm Vibration

Note: The caution limit curve (bottom) is based on an 8-hour energy-equivalent frequency- weighted acceleration value of 2.5 m/s2. The hazard limit curve (top) is based on an 8-hour energy-equivalent frequency- weighted acceleration value of 5 m/s2.