We measure and assess local muscular load, overall physical load, working postures and manual handling of loads directly at your premises. You receive a report, a proposed work categorisation and measures that can be put into practice.
Under Section 38 of Act No. 355/2007 Coll., the employer must ensure that physical workload is assessed, arrange workplaces according to ergonomic principles, observe the limits for overall and local physical load and for handling loads, and introduce measures to reduce increased load.
Amendment from 15 July 2026: the health risk assessment of physical load must be carried out in cooperation with the occupational health service by 31 December 2027. The deadline will start to apply once new implementing regulations are issued; until then Decree No. 542/2007 Coll. applies.
Poor ergonomics costs a company even without an inspection:
more sick leave and higher staff turnover
occupational diseases such as carpal tunnel syndrome or problems with the spine, joints and tendons
fines from the regional public health authorities and the Labour Inspectorate
lower quality and productivity due to rapid employee fatigue
What we measure and assess
Local muscular load
For repetitive hand movements, for example on assembly lines, we measure muscular effort and movement frequency instrumentally using surface electromyography (EMG). How the measurement works (in Slovak).
Overall physical load
For work involving large muscle groups in construction, logistics or heavy industry, we measure heart rate and evaluate energy expenditure.
Working postures
Using a time study and measuring the angles of the trunk, neck and limbs, we determine whether postures are acceptable, conditionally acceptable or unacceptable.
Manual handling of loads
We weigh the loads, count the frequency and total weight per shift and take into account the distance, lifting height, gender and age. More about the limits (in Slovak).
Proposed work categorisation
Based on the measured values, we prepare a proposal for classifying work into categories 1 to 4 for the public health authority.
Ergonomic audit
We assess the layout of workplaces and propose technical and organisational solutions.
The most common risky postures
working deeply bent forward or with a significantly twisted trunk
working kneeling, squatting or lying down, for example when welding or carrying out repairs
working with hands above shoulder level during ceiling installations
prolonged rigid sitting or standing without the possibility of changing position
How cooperation works
Initial consultation. We familiarise ourselves with your production and identify the job positions to be assessed.
Methodology and quote. We propose whether an indicative assessment is enough or instrumental measurement is needed, and prepare a quote.
Measurement on site. Measurements take place during a normal shift so that we obtain real data.
Report and measures. We prepare a physical workload assessment report and a clear proposal of measures.
adjusting the weight or size of packaging from suppliers
changing the workplace layout and shortening carrying distances
adjusting the height of work surfaces and replacing tools
adjusting work and rest schedules and rotating job positions
Frequently asked questions about physical workload
Which companies must have a physical workload assessment?
Every employer whose employees do physically demanding work, make repetitive hand movements, handle loads or work in unsuitable postures. Assessing physical workload is an obligation under Section 38 of Act No. 355/2007 Coll.
What is the difference between overall and local physical load?
Overall physical load affects large muscle groups, for example when carrying heavy sacks. Local muscular load concerns smaller muscle groups, typically the forearm and hand, and is especially dangerous with a high frequency of repetitive movements, for example screwing on a production line.
By when must the health risk from physical load be assessed?
The amendment to Act No. 355/2007 Coll. effective from 15 July 2026 requires the assessment to be carried out in cooperation with the occupational health service by 31 December 2027. This deadline will only start to apply once new implementing regulations are issued; until then Decree No. 542/2007 Coll. applies.
Can the RÚVZ carry out an unannounced inspection?
Yes. Public health authorities also carry out unannounced inspections and can impose a fine if the physical workload assessment is missing.
What is the output of the measurement?
A physical workload assessment report, a proposal for classifying work into categories and a proposal of specific technical and organisational measures.
Will the measurement disrupt our production?
No. We measure during a normal shift to obtain real data. Employees work as usual.
Find out whether your people are working above the limits
Measurement, report, proposed categorisation and measures. You get an exact quote within 24 hours.
V zložitej spleti vyhlášok, noriem, zákonov a kontrol preberáme starosti za našich klientov. Vy sa venujete tomu, čo je pre vás dôležité – vašej firme.
In a complex web of decrees, standards, laws and inspections, we take the worry off our clients' shoulders. You focus on what matters to you – your business.