Manual Handling Risk Assessment Tool Template for Germany

1. Special Risk Groups: Additional considerations for vulnerable workers (pregnant women, young workers, etc.) - include when workplace has these worker categories

2. Industry-Specific Considerations: Specific requirements for particular industries (construction, healthcare, etc.) - include when assessment tool is industry-specific

3. Machine Assisted Handling: Assessment criteria for operations involving lifting equipment - include when workplace uses mechanical aids

4. Team Lifting Operations: Special considerations for multi-person lifting tasks - include when team lifting is common

5. Emergency Procedures: Special handling procedures for emergency situations - include in high-risk environments

1. Appendix A: Risk Assessment Checklist: Detailed checklist for conducting manual handling risk assessments

2. Appendix B: Weight Guidelines Matrix: Reference tables for acceptable weight limits under different conditions

3. Appendix C: Body Position Diagrams: Illustrations of correct and incorrect manual handling techniques

4. Appendix D: Risk Factor Tables: Tables for scoring different risk factors (load weight, frequency, environment, etc.)

5. Appendix E: Control Measures Template: Template for documenting selected control measures and their implementation

6. Appendix F: Assessment Record Form: Standard form for documenting completed risk assessments

7. Appendix G: Review Schedule Template: Template for planning and tracking periodic reviews