Functional capacity assessments

A functional capacity assessment can be used to demonstrate an individual’s capacity to:

• Assess physical capacity against the functional demands of a role.
• Understand functional abilities including strength, movement and tolerance for work-related activities.
• Inform safer work decisions by identifying whether an individual is capable of undertaking specific work.
• Identify opportunities for adjustment where an alternative role, task or approach may be better suited.
• Guide ongoing support through practical recommendations such as workplace ergonomics.

Some of the tests we conduct are:

• Manual muscle strength testing / myotome testing
• Reflex testing
• Range of motion
• GAIT
• GRIP test
• STEP test
• Functional ability testing (such as sitting tolerance and walking)
• Dynamic assessment
• Manual handling

Ideal outcomes of a functional capacity assessment include:

• A concise report that outlines a worker’s current functional abilities
• A clear indication of whether the worker is capable of safely engaging in a specific role or if there’s a better-suited alternative
• Ongoing recommendations for the worker’s management (e.g., workplace ergonomics or potential treatments)

To learn more about our functional capacity assessments please contact us.