JOB ANALYSIS

A job analysis is a systematic process for identifying and evaluating the physical demands of a job. It objectively quantifies and categorizes essential job components, such as required movements, functions, forces, actions, and postures. This analysis serves as a vital tool for defining the unique duties and responsibilities associated with a position.

Not just a form, a job analysis is an essential resource throughout the employment lifecycle, providing the foundation for recruitment, hiring, and performance evaluations. It also plays a critical role in managing workers’ compensation issues.

Key Components

  • Job Description Summary
  • Essential Job Duties
  • Physical Demands
    • Lifting
    • Carrying
    • Pushing/Pulling
    • Reaching
    • Climbing
  • Positional Tolerances
    • Sitting
    • Standing
    • Walking
    • Bending/Stooping
    • Squatting
    • Kneeling
    • Crawling
  • Upper Extremity Demands
    • Grasping/Handling
    • Repetitive Hand Use
  • Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions
  • Equipment Used

Process

  1. Analyze and determine essential job functions.
  2. Measure weights, distances, heights, frequencies, and positions.
  3. Evaluate equipment, machines, and tools used.
  4. Compile job task categories.

Reporting

The job analysis is presented in a clear, readable format that details essential job functions and includes digital photos of tasks. The report is easily updatable, ensuring that it remains relevant and accurate.