Identifying and analysing hazardous manual tasks specific to Sydney’s work environments is the first crucial step. Employ Health’s evidence-based tools assist you to understand risks and implement appropriate control measures to reduce or eliminate them.

What Is a ManTRA?

A Manual Task Risk Assessment (ManTRA) is a tailored tool designed for assessing musculoskeletal risk factors in manual tasks across many workplaces across Australia, including Sydney. It combines task duration and characteristic analysis to enable accurate risk assessment and control measure development.

The ManTRA Process for Sydney Workplaces

For effective adaptation in Sydney, the ManTRA involves:

  • A Sydney located Employ Health physiotherapist with expertise in the unique occupational needs workers.
  • Workers who regularly engage in manual tasks, providing valuable local insights.
  • Managers overseeing hazardous manual tasks in Sydney’s diverse work settings.

The assessment focuses on key aspects such as task frequency, cycle time, force, speed, awkwardness, and vibration, considering four body regions. This process is in line with advisory standards for comprehensive risk evaluation.

Customised risk control measures are then recommended, specifically addressing the requirements of your Sydney based workplace.

Complementing ManTRA with PErforM in Sydney

Sydney businesses can also benefit from integrating the PErforM tool (Participative Ergonomics for Manual Tasks) with ManTRA. This approach emphasises employee participation in risk identification and management, enhancing the effectiveness of the assessments.

Benefits for Sydney’s Businesses and Workforce

Compliance with WHS Regulations:

Utilising ManTRA ensures that Sydney businesses adhere to WHS obligations, encompassing a holistic risk management approach.

Promotion of Safe Work Practices:

Engaging in the ManTRA process helps workers understand risk management specific to Sydney’s workplaces, fostering safer working environments.

Reduction of Injury Risks:

Effective manual task risk management decreases the likelihood of musculoskeletal injuries in the workplace.

Enhancement of Workplace Culture:

Implementing ManTRA and PErforM strengthens health and safety culture within Sydney’s diverse workplaces, mitigating risks in various operational areas.

Reduction of Sprain & Strain Claims:

Sydney-based businesses that implement ManTRA have reported significant reductions in sprain and strain injury claims.

When Is a ManTRA Necessary?

A ManTRA should be undertaken when manual handling hazards are identified. This involves on-site consultations with workers and safety representatives, and reviewing local injury data to identify tasks with elevated MSD risk.

Why Choose Employ Health for Sydney ManTRAs?

Employ Health’s full-time physiotherapists are located around Australia including Sydney and have vast experience a broad range of occupational environments. Our expertise in ManTRA and PErforM ensures a deep understanding of specific risk management challenges. These are aligned with the Hierarchy of Controls and the Code of Practice: Hazardous Manual Tasks.

Additional Services for Sydney Workplaces

  1. Job Dictionary Development

  2. Pre-Employment Screening for your Sydney based workplace

  3. Ergonomic Assessments Customised and delivered onsite in your Sydney workplace

  4. Workstation Ergonomic Reviews

  5. Preventative Physiotherapy (Prehab) Programs

  6. Early Intervention Physiotherapy Services

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