Using a Checklist
The checklist is a formal and orderly procedure for screening jobs. Numerous versions of checklists exist in ergonomics manuals.
When people who are familiar with the job, task, or processes gather the checklist data, the quality of the data tends to be better.
In the upcoming modules, you will find a checklist that illustrates three processes:
- Assessment - Identifying whether something is present or not.
- Analysis - Breaking down the item to determine its appearance and functionality.
- Evaluation - Comparing it against the best standards.
This checklist first assesses for risk factors by asking if something is present. You merely place a check in the appropriate box.
The checklist in the next section is a good example of one you can use and modify specifically for your workplace.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
3-5. The quality of the checklist data collected is generally better when _____.
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