Fit-for-task Assessments

This is a physical assessment of an employee’s capacity to safely carry out a job.

It is not as formal as a functional capacity evaluation and may not involve WorkCover at all.

About Fit-for-task assessments

You may wish to perform a Fit-for-task assessment if:

  • An employee has been injured outside of the workplace and you would like to ensure they are ready to return to full duties
  • An employee on light duties is placed on further restrictions
  • An employee is claiming that they can no longer perform the inherent requirements of the role without pain
  • To determine if the employee requires any restrictions, whether temporary or permanent, placed on them performing their role

How do Fit-for-task assessments benefit your business?

  • Ensure employees returning to work are able to perform the inherent requirements of their role
  • Assist with ongoing rehabilitation strategies

Why Choose Us?

  • Workplace Health and Safety Coordinator
    Our staff love the service, it is very popular. It definitely contributes to our proactive injury management and early intervention program.
    Workplace Health and Safety Coordinator
    Zoos, Parks and Gardens Industry
  • Stephen, General Manager
    WHA has been instrumental in getting our workforce back to work quickly either from workplace injuries or private injuries, illnesses and conditions. We've seen a huge improvement in outcomes for our workforce by making WHA's services freely available to all and getting in early following an injury and applying effective treatment/rehabilitation.
    Stephen, General Manager
    Mining Industry
  • Early Intervention Officer (RTW Coordinator)
    Since we began using WHA onsite services, the staff culture around injury management and reporting of incidents, injuries and near misses has improved. Our staff are engaging in the support we offer to return them to, or retain them at work.
    Early Intervention Officer (RTW Coordinator)
    Local Council
  • Safety Manager
    The service has been great for the employees on our site, with many receiving treatment that really helps them in their management of their health conditions.
    Safety Manager
    Food Manufacturing Industry
  • Manager People and Development
    We receive excellent service through a program that is highly regarded across the organisation. The return on investment is well worth it.
    Manager People and Development
    Shepparton City Council
  • Haydan Sheffield, OH&S Manager
    Work Healthy Australia is well-organised and has a range of services. The reporting is in high detail. Access to reports and bookings is easy to navigate. WHA is the best service to take care of our workers. Not just injury management but also the education that is passed to team leaders and the workers themselves on injury prevention and basic well-being has proved a huge boost to our safety and well-being culture.
    Haydan Sheffield, OH&S Manager
    Thomas Foods International
  • Governance and Administration Manager
    Regular access to Work Healthy Australia appointments prevents minor niggles from turning into major issues and painful injuries to heal faster and more thoroughly.
    Governance and Administration Manager
    Zoos Victoria
  • WHS Manager
    Work Healthy Australia has made a significant difference with our employees by addressing injuries before they become medical treatment. The staff are very professional and enjoy coming to our plant. The Work Healthy Australia staff have built trust with our employees, which is very important.
    WHS Manager
    John Dee
  • Tracie Dallas, Return to Work Officer
    The providers are well trained and understand what our site needs regarding employee health, management and well-being. The reports they provide at the end of each day they have been on site are helpful for us in managing our employees accordingly.
    Tracie Dallas, Return to Work Officer
    Ararat Meat Exports
  • National General Manager
    Great communication, great skills from the actual hands-on providers, great systems to be able to filter/identify the data from sites.
    National General Manager
    Meat Processing Industry