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Computer Health and Safety

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following statements is NOT a health and safety issue in a computer lab?

a)

There should be no trailing wires

b)

Electrical sockets must not be overloaded

c)

All hardware should be in perfect working order

2.

Why would you refrain from placing a drink near your computer?

a)

Your classmates may ask you for some of it.

b)

You might get tempted and drink it.

c)

It may spill on the computer and cause electrical shock.

3.

At which degree should the computer chair be to prevent back issues to the student?

a)

95 degrees

b)

85 degrees

c)

45 degrees

d)

90 degrees

4.

Typing for hours each day is most likely to cause which of these health problems?

a)

Back problems

b)

Repetitive strain injury

c)

Deep vein thrombosis

5.

A chair that isn't adjustable or supportive is most likely to lead to which of these health problems?

a)

Eye

b)

Headaches

c)

Back problems

6.

A flickering screen is most likely to cause which of the following health problems?

a)

Eye strain

b)

Back problems

c)

Repetitive strain injury

7.

Always shut your computer down by pressing the power button on the computer case.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

8.

Use a surge protector to keep excess electric power from damaging your computer.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

9.

If your computer does not work, you do not need to report it to the teacher--just begin working on it.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

10.

What is ergonomics?

a)

The science concerned with designing safe and comfortable equipment for humans

b)

Ensuring that the hardware is reliable and won't break down

c)

Making sure that you don't have an accident at work