How is Sedentary Work defined in a legal contract?
- Sedentary Work means exerting negligible force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects. The work primarily involves sitting, with occasional walking or standing for brief periods. Jobs are classified as sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Seen in 23 SEC filings
- Sedentary Work means work activity that involves occasional lifting of no more than [number] pounds, and requires the exertion of negligible amount of force by lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or moving objects. This work involves walking and/or standing for minimum of two hours a day and sitting for up to six hours a day with regular breaks. Seen in 6 SEC filings
- Sedentary Work means work that requires lifting no more than [number] pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying items. Although sitting is involved, walking and standing can often be necessary to carry out job duties. Seen in 2 SEC filings
- Sedentary Work means exerting up to [number] pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects. This work predominantly involves sitting. Seen in 2 SEC filings
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Genie Definition 1
Sedentary Work means exerting negligible force to manipulate objects, primarily sitting with occasional brief periods of standing or walking.
Relevant Contract Types
- Employment Contracts
- Independent Contractor Agreements
- Workplace Safety and Health Contracts
- Temporary Job Contract
- Staffing & Employment Agency Contract
Relevant Circumstances
- Establishing work-related injuries claims
- Creating ergonomic and workplace safety standards
- Revising employee duty and responsibility guidelines
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Genie Definition 2
Sedentary Work means work activity involving occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling of articles, predominately sitting with periods of walking or standing.
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- Employment Contracts
- Worker's Compensation Contracts
- Physical Therapy Agreements
- Office Lease Agreements
Relevant Circumstances
- Structuring workplace health and wellness programs
- Designing return-to-work agreements after injury
- Outlining duties in job descriptions
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Sedentary Work means exerting negligible force to manipulate objects, primarily sitting with occasional brief periods of standing or walking.
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