PErforM stands as a manual task risk-management program rooted in participative ergonomics, aiming to diminish musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace.
This program serves as a framework facilitating employer-worker collaboration across all levels to identify, assess, and control risks associated with manual tasks. Proven successful across various industries such as mining, civil construction, construction-related manufacturing and wholesaling, aged care, and food processing, PErforM is adaptable to most hazardous manual tasks. It's important to note that PErforM is not recommended for tasks involving people and animal handling or computer workstation assessments.
For organizations considering PErforM, the benefits include enhanced control over manual task risks, legislative compliance, improved productivity, and heightened worker knowledge regarding the management of manual task risks.
To embark on the PErforM journey, certain prerequisites should be in place, including management commitment, a designated site champion (coordinator and/or trainer), and active workforce participation.
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