What our sensors tell us about

Opening/Closing Curtains/Gates​

Ensure that you keep your elbows flexed and by your side to minimise stress on the shoulder and allow for force absorption should the curtain get caught, walk with the curtain and be wary of your surroundings.​

RISK SCORE 120
120
  • Walking beside the curtain
  • Arm placed above head
  • Arm extended
RISK SCORE 12
12
  • Walking with curtain​
  • Arms tucked safely by sides
  • Arms bent to allow ‘give’​

EMP Sensor Observations

Sensor observations are a highly accurate and objective way of measuring risk during manual handling tasks.  By using the correct movement you will help reduce stress and strain on your back, shoulders and neck.


Task Risk Scale

With sensor observations, we measure relative task risk.

LOW RISK 12
12
AVERAGE RISK 80
80
HIGH RISK 120
120
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