The Physical Demands of Work

Many jobs still involve physical activity. Optima-life using Firstbeat HEALTH gives objective data relating to physical workload. This reporting tool has potential benefits to occupational health management, Human Resources and ergonomists, in terms of analysing the physical requirements of specific tasks performed during a working day. This report can be used to look at the fitness of the workforce as well as the fitness demands of a function. In Finland it has been used to influence shift patterns, clothing and other working practices, with the end goal being to decrease the workload index and increase productivity.

The following examples show how Firstbeat HEALTH can be of benefit in adding objective data to the decision making process.

This report looks at specific tasks

This report looks at specific risks