Computer and Classroom Safety Quiz

What is the number one cause of accidents in the classroom?

• Trips and falls

• Electricity hazards

• Back injuries

• Fire hazards

What should you do to prevent slipping and tripping?

• Walk, never run in halls and classrooms

• Lean back in chairs

• Stand on chairs with wheels

• Carry heavy loads without assistance

Why should you never lean back in a chair?

• To prevent back injuries

• To avoid paper cuts

• To reduce eyestrain

• To prevent slipping and tripping

What is the major source of office injuries?

• File cabinets

• Computer monitors

• Paper cuts

• Electricity hazards

What should you use when you need to reach a height?

• Stool or stepladder

• Chairs with wheels

• Desks

• File cabinets

What is the purpose of grounding in electrical cords?

• To prevent fire hazards

• To reduce eyestrain

• To avoid back injuries

• To prevent electrical shock

What are the three conditions that must be met before a fire can occur?

• Fuel, heat, and oxygen

• Electricity, fuel, and heat

• Water, fuel, and oxygen

• Smoke, heat, and oxygen

Which piece of equipment causes the most problems in terms of physical and psychological hazards?

• Computer monitor

• Chair

• File cabinet

• Stool

What is the most severe eye problem in working with a computer?

• Eyestrain

• Blurred vision

• Burning eyes

• Persistent fatigue

What can cause physical stress and lead to back, neck, and shoulder pain?

• Poor design and improper use of equipment

• Working with a computer monitor

• Electricity hazards

• Fire hazards