1 Potential Health Problems of Prolonged Use of IT Equipment

The main aim behind Ergonomics is:

• Human Self-control

• Human Economics

• Human Comfort and Well-being

RSI stands for:

• Repeating Simple Instructions
• Repetitive Strain Injury
• Right Sound Imbalances
• Repetitive Seating Injury

The picture shows:

• a good posture

• a bad posture

• RSI

• ergonomics

Which of the following helps in reducing eye strain problems?

• Taking frequent short screen breaks.

• Using an adjustable chair.

• Using a footrest.

• Sitting facing a window.

When working on a computer light should ideally be:

• moderate

• very dim

• bright

• turned off

The pain in wrists, hands, arms, shoulders and neck caused by continuous excessive pressure and/or overuse is know as:

• ergonomics

• slip disc

• RSI

The monitor should be placed so that its' top is at:

• Neck level

• Eyes level

• Forehead level

• Chin level

It is best practice to:

• Have an adjustable chair

• Sit straight

• Take short frequent breaks.

• All of the other three options.

Which of the following is the least Green?

• Sending a note through email

• Printing a Leaflet

• Communicating through Video Conferencing

• Doing a Telephone Call

When printing, which method is the least friendly to the environment?

• Print double sided
• Purchase remanufactured toner cartridges
• Select a printer that is packaged in eco-friendly materials
• Use colour printing instead of black and white