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Post specific physical capability analysis 10

Occupational Health Department – Post specific physical capability analysis 10
Job title: Office based radiological
Date of assessment: 07/06/2023

The information on this document identifies the potential physical requirements for all elements of work which may be encountered during this task, this is inclusive of physical environment indicators. Suitable adjustments may be feasible but not guaranteed and should be detailed as appropriate in the task risk assessment and/or method statement.

For more information please do not hesitate to get in touch with the Occupational Health Department on 01847 802184.

Main tasks:

This is a generic description of the physical requirement for being an office based employee in a radiological area in Dounreay. The job description issued to you by HR will give you much more specific information.

  • Desk based in radiological area.  Must be able to carry out barrier drill and put on a coverall.
  • Use of computers, databases, systems and email
  • Use of multifunctional copying i.e. scanning and copying
  • Ordering and storing of stationery supplies, department files and ad hoc equipment
  • Manual handling of files, office paper and sundry supplies
  • Use of phones – answering your own and group calls
  • Facilitating meetings and booking rooms
  • Downloading secure photos from digital camera
  • May have building warden duties in the event of a fire/emergency/exercise
  • You must be able to rapidly evacuate a criticality zone, if necessary, without assistance or causing a delay to others

Equipment:

All employees will be fully trained and competent in the use of the equipment recorded below.

  • Display screen equipment
  • Office equipment as above

Working conditions (including environment and location):

  • Working in a radiological area
  • Ability to carry out barrier drill
  • Walkarounds and inspections as per your job description

 

Post requirement Likelihood
Balancing Moderate
Kneeling/Crawling/Squatting Low
Stooping Low
Climbing Low
Sitting High
Standing Low
Pushing/pulling Low
Lifting & Handling Low
Manual Dexterity Low
Limb Co-ordination Low
Cognitive/Concentration High
Hearing (can be with hearing aid) Moderate
Adequate Vision (can be with corrective lenses) Moderate
Colour Vision Low
Depth Perception Low
Smell Discrimination Low
Touch Discrimination Low
Adequate Lung Function Low
Intact Skin High
Peripheral Vision Low
Repetitive movements Moderate

 

Physical environment Likelihood
Inside High
Outside Low
Noise Low
Temperature (Heat/Cold) Low
Wet/Dry Low
Radiological restrictions Moderate
Excavation, Elevation & Ladder Work (work at height) Low