Physical Demands Analysis (PDA)

The goal of the PDA is to identify job requirements and the capabilities needed to perform the job.

How is a PDA conducted?

Our occupational therapist or Kinesiologist reviews the relevant job descriptions and then visits the work site to observe the job being performed.

Measurements are taken to identify the intensity of effort required, the amount of time the effort has to be sustained continuously, and the pattern of exertion over the total shift.

What will the report provide?

A report outlining the physical demands of the job is sent back to the worksite to be reviewed by the employer and the employee. The final report is signed by the worksite representative, as well as the occupational therapist, and forwarded to the referent.