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Risk assessment tools and methods for manual tasks

Code version as at 1 Jan 2021 From Hazardous manual tasks code of practice 2021, no changes tracked yet
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QLD Hazardous manual tasks code of practice 2021 > Risk Management > Assessment tools
The obligation
Appendix G of the Code lists further methods for assessing hazardous manual task risks, including ManTRA, PErforM, OCRA and WOAQ.
Methods referenced include the 3D Static Strength Prediction Program, relevant for slow movement only, Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) and PATH. WorkSafe Queensland tools listed include the Manual Tasks Risk Assessment Tool (ManTRA), Participative Ergonomics for Manual Tasks (PErforM) and a Hazardous Manual Tasks Risk Management Worksheet. The OCRA checklist and the Work Organisation Assessment Questionnaire (WOAQ) are also referenced. …
What
Appendix G of the Code lists further methods for assessing hazardous manual task risks, including ManTRA, PErforM, OCRA and WOAQ.
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worksafe.qld.gov.au

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Which WHS law does this come from?

Risk assessment tools and methods for manual tasks is a WHS requirement set out in Hazardous manual tasks code of practice 2021 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Hazardous manual tasks code of practice 2021 > Risk Management > Assessment tools.

What does this WHS obligation require?

Risk assessment tools and methods for manual tasks is a WHS obligation under Hazardous manual tasks code of practice 2021 (QLD). In short, Appendix G of the Code lists further methods for assessing hazardous manual task risks, including ManTRA, PErforM, OCRA and WOAQ.

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Risk assessment tools and methods for manual tasks was last updated on 19 October 2026.

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