Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Recommendations for the design of machinery and
component parts where objects are lifted, lowered
and carried
4.1 General principles
4.2 Recommendations for the design of machinery
4.2.1 Systems without manual handling
4.2.2 Manual handling with technical aids
4.3 Risk assessment and recommendations for the
design of machinery and component parts involving
manual handling
4.3.1 Approach to risk assessment
4.3.2 Hazard identification, risk estimation,
risk evaluation and recommendations for
risk reduction by design
4.3.3 Risk assessment model
4.4 Information for use
Annex A (informative) - Populations characteristics
and system design
A.1 Population characteristics
A.2 System design
A.2.1 Avoid constrained postures
A.2.2 Acceleration and movement accuracy
A.2.3 Minimise the discomfort, fatigue and
stress on the operator
Annex B (informative) - Recommended thermal comfort
requirements
Annex C (informative) - Risk assessment worksheets
Annex ZA (informative) - Relationship between this
European Standard and the Essential Requirements
of EU Directive 98/37/EC, amended by 98/79/EC
Annex ZB (informative) - Relationship between this
European Standard and the Essential Requirements
of EU Directive 2006/42/EC
Bibliography