Workplace Design

What is an ergonomic design?

• Ergonomic design is the practice of designing products to fit the user's needs and capabilities.
• Ergonomic design is the process of creating complex machinery.
• Ergonomic design is about maximizing production speed.
• Ergonomic design focuses solely on aesthetics.

Which of the following is NOT a goal of ergonomic design and layout?

• Reduce physical strain
• Increase the complexity of tasks
• Enhance user comfort
• Improve task efficiency

There is a four-dimensional space in the workspace envelope.

• True

• False

What is a workspace envelope?

• A workspace envelope is a type of software application.
• A workspace envelope refers to a physical container for documents.
• A workspace envelope is a method for organizing team meetings.
• A workspace envelope is the defined boundaries and parameters of a workspace.

Which of the following is NOT an issue in workstation design?

• Attractive decor

• Inadequate lighting

• Insufficient storage space

• Poor seating posture

Standing is good. Sitting is bad.

• True

• False

• Maybe

Both sitting and standing pose risks to your body, especially when these postures are sustained for hours.

• True

• False

• I don't know

Which of the following is NOT an effect of prolonged standing?

• Increased risk of varicose veins

• Improved cardiovascular health

• Swelling in the legs and feet

• Lower back pain