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Question 1 Ergonomics combines knowledge form other disciplines. Identify any of these disciplines.
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Marked out of a. Education
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b. Management
c. Psychology
d. Anatomy
The correct answer is: Anatomy
Question 2 Physical anthropometry is …
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Marked out of a. the study of normal human functioning.
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b. the study of the structure and behaviour of the physical and natural world.
c. the study of the measurement and proportion of the human body.
d. the operation and design of industrial processes.
The correct answer is: the study of the measurement and proportion of the human body.
Question 3
What is the second step in the ergonomics improvement plan?
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Marked out of a. Job improvement list
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b. Ergonomic analysis
c. Team approach
d. Ergonomic opportunity list
The correct answer is: Ergonomic analysis
, Question 4
Painful inflammatory condition of the finger tendons that result in locking of the fingers and thumb.
Not answered What is this WMSD called?
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a. Ganglion
b. Cubital tunnel syndrome
c. Trigger finger
d. DeQuervian’s syndrome
The correct answer is: Trigger finger
Question 5
A chair on which employees sit to conduct work is very important. The chair should be able to adjust
Not answered and compromise certain features. Choose the correct answer regarding these features.
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a. A seat pan that can’t move up and down.
b. Non-breathable textured upholstery.
c. A rounded front seat.
d. Non-adjustable lumbar (back) support.
The correct answer is: A rounded front seat.
Question 6 When will replacement of PPE take place?
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Marked out of a. When the hard hat fell once and has a tiny scratch.
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b. When PPE is dirty.
c. When the respiratory filters are stained.
d. When newer equipment becomes available.
The correct answer is: When newer equipment becomes available.
Question 7 ‘Ergonomics involves the design of work activities in a manner that allows for good posture, decrease
Not answered exertion, less movement and better reach allows for a more efficient workstation’. Choose the benefit
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a. Quality improvement
b. Production improvement
c. Improvement in employee engagement
d. Improved safety culture
The correct answer is: Production improvement
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