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Checklist: Job Analysis/Job Description Physical Activities


Job title:__________________________________________

Department:______________________________________


Physical Activities

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Adjusting or moving objects up to __ pounds in all directions.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Operating machinery and/or power tools.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly


Environmental Conditions

Low temperatures.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

High temperatures.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Noisy environments.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Hazardous conditions.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Poor ventilation.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Small and/or enclosed spaces.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Physical Demands

 
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.
Never          ☐ Occasionally           ☐ Constantly








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