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Activity 5: Manual dexterity

Activity 5 is defined in regulations as - 

Manual dexterity.

Activity 5 assesses hand and wrist function  in relation to the ability to press a button or turn pages in a book with either hand.


Descriptor

The descriptor relating to Activity 5 is -

Cannot press a button (such as a telephone keypad) with either hand or cannot turn the pages of a book with either hand.

Sources:

See also section 2.3.1.5 of the DWP’s Work Capability Assessment handbook: for healthcare professionals.


Case law

The Upper Tribunal is yet to publish any significant case law in relation to Activity 5.