MyOrganization_20250902_0455963269

MyOrganization_20250902_0455963269
Noord-Holland, Netherlands

Ergonomic Risk Assessment Report

Executive Summary
A manual lifting task was analyzed in which an object weighing approximately 5 kg is lifted
from a surface to a standing position, performed 15 times per shift. Significant trunk flexion and
non-neutral neck postures were observed.

Top Priority Actions

Introduce platform or adjustable height to minimize forward bending (Engineering)
Train workers in neutral posture lifting techniques (Administrative)
Remove obstructions near lifting area to enable closer approach (Engineering)

Risk Snapshot
High Forward trunk flexion

High Neck flexion

Medium Load held away from body

Medium Twisting/rotating trunk

Low Squat-to-lift with limited knee bend

Medium Asymmetrical lifting

Medium Wrist deviation

Low Sustained awkward posture

Medium Repetitive lifting

Low Limited grip variation

Assumptions: Task frequency and load are based on user estimates; object characteristics and
environment layout are presumed typical for indoor handling.

Evidence
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Task analysis video with stickman overlay

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Ergonomic Hazards
Forward trunk flexion
Observation Marked forward bending from the waist during lift-
ing

Body Parts Affected Back

Presence Present – consistently seen throughout the lift

Risk Level High – exceeds neutral range, repeated exposure

Potential Consequences Lumbar strain, increased risk of disc injury

Ergonomic Principles: Frequent flexion >45° from neutral substantially increases lumbar spine
load and strain, especially during manual handling.
Assessment
• Back not maintained in neutral position during lift
• No assistive device or adjustment to lift height
• Repeat exposure could lead to cumulative trauma
Control Measures
• Install adjustable lift platforms (Engineering)
• Train on safe lifting techniques (Administrative)
• Reorganize workspace for closer load access (Engineering)

Neck flexion
Observation Chin tucked and neck bent forward/down when ac-
cessing and lifting the object

Body Parts Affected Neck

Presence Present – observed through nearly all lifting frames

Risk Level High – persistent, significant flexion

Potential Consequences Cervical pain, tension, increased risk of strain injury

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Ergonomic Principles: Sustained neck flexion places load on cervical discs and soft tissues,
often leading to fatigue and discomfort.
Assessment
• Neck not supported or maintained in neutral posture
• Repeated movements compound tissue stress
Control Measures
• Raise object placement height (Engineering)
• Adjust posture through training (Administrative)
• Take frequent micro-breaks (Administrative)

Load held away from body

Observation Object gripped at arms’ reach, increasing lever
force

Body Parts Affected Back, shoulders

Presence Potentially – distance varies with each lift

Risk Level Medium – moderate reach, intermittent

Potential Consequences Shoulder fatigue, back strain

Ergonomic Principles: Lever arm effect raises spinal and shoulder loads; maintaining the load
close to the body minimizes required force.
Assessment
• No vertical handles increase reach distance
• Correctable by workspace layout modification
Control Measures
• Provide cut-outs or handles for object (Engineering)
• Clear space for closer approach (Engineering)
• Manual handling training (Administrative)

Twisting/rotating trunk
Observation Minor twisting detected when picking up object
from side

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Body Parts Affected Back

Presence Potentially – slight rotation during some lifts

Risk Level Medium – intermittent, but potentially cumulative

Potential Consequences Thoracic/lumbar discomfort, strain

Ergonomic Principles: Twisting combined with load can increase spinal tissue stress and injury
risk.
Assessment
• Minor trunk rotation not fully avoidable in current layout
• Postural awareness training recommended
Control Measures
• Reposition table/starting surface (Engineering)
• Use mechanical aids to rotate loads (Engineering)
• Manual handling education (Administrative)

Other Ergonomic Factors

• Squat-to-lift with limited knee bend: Low risk, but encouraging deeper knee flexion could
further unload the back.
• Asymmetrical lifting (one side dominance): Medium risk, can be reduced by alternating arms
and stance.
• Wrist deviation: Medium risk, neutral wrist alignment recommended for best safety.
• Sustained awkward posture (>30s): Low risk, exposure duration not excessive.
• Repetitive lifting (15 times per shift): Medium risk, task rotation or micro-breaks advised.
• Limited grip variation: Low risk, grip position appears stable.

Soter Risk Metrics

REBA Analysis Results: Score = 4 (Medium Risk)

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Body risk visualization

Stacked body risk plot

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