What type of Functional Assessment do I need?    At the core of every assessment is: Evaluating the worker’s abilities against essential job requirements, Analysing the many variables that affect the worker’s ability to perform the job or return to work, and Identifying realistic and job-specific work capabilities and restrictions. A well-designed and executed functional assessment involves a systematic evaluation of the physical, psychosocial and environmental factors affecting an injured worker’s level of activity and participation in his/her occupation(s). Our functional assessments include the following components: ACTIVITY ANALYSIS - we identify the essential activities, tasks & functional requirements of the worker’s role and suitable employment options ACTIVITY-SPECIFIC EVALUATION - we construct and administer an activity-specific evaluation at the worksite, home or at the Humanomics Assessment Centre PSYCHOMETRIC EVALUATION - we identify, and assess the impact of, psychosocial and environmental factors that are likely affect the worker’s current and future capabilities EDUCATION - we educate the worker about the natural history of occupational injuries and, if at risk, we can provide one-to-one reassurance, advice & training for the worker in proven methods of managing injury and pain ASSESSMENT OUTCOME AND REPORT - we synthesise the results of the activity-specific and psychosocial evaluations to determine and communicate the worker’s capabilities and needs NEGOTIATION - we consult with the nominated treating doctor to obtain agreement on realistic work capabilities and restrictions ERGONOMIC SOLUTIONS - if indicated, we assist employers with making reasonable adjustments to a worker’s job to accommodate any special needs and to prevent injury aggravation or recurrence.