BS EN 1005-2 : 2003

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Recommendations for the design of machinery and
  component parts where objects are lifted, lowered
  and carried
  4.1 General principles
  4.2 Recommendations for the design of machinery
      4.2.1 Systems without manual handling
      4.2.2 Manual handling with technical aids
  4.3 Risk assessment and recommendations for
      the design of machinery and component
      parts involving manual handling
      4.3.1 Approach to risk assessment
      4.3.2 Hazard identification, risk estimation, risk
            evaluation and recommendations for risk
            reduction by design
      4.3.3 Risk assessment model
  4.4 Information for use
Annex A (informative) - Populations characteristics and
        system design
      A.1 Population character
      A.2 System design
          A.2.1 Avoid constrained postures
          A.2.2 Acceleration and movement accuracy
          A.2.3 Minimise the discomfort, fatigue and
                stress on the operator
Annex B (informative) - Recommended thermal comfort
        requirements
Annex C (informative) - Risk assessment worksheets
Annex ZA (informative) - Relationship between this European
         Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU
         Directive 98/37/EC, amended by 98/79/EC
Annex ZB (informative) - Relationship between this European
         Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU
         Directive 2006/42/EC
Bibliography

Describes ergonomic recommendations for the design of machinery involving manual handling of machinery and component parts of machinery, including tools linked to the machine, in professional and domestic applications.