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WorksheetsErgonomics Awareness Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the main purpose of implementing an ergonomically ideal workstation?
To increase muscle tension
To reduce productivity
To prevent injuries
To increase discomfort
Which of the following is a common work-related musculoskeletal disorder?
Common cold
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Fever
Headache
What can sustained and awkward posture lead to?
Painful joints
Reduced blood flow
Swelling
Improved quality of work
What is the main cause of strain specific muscles and tendons?
Sleeping
Performing the same motion repeatedly
Walking
Forceful exertion
What can repetitive fingers claw cause?
Shooting pain
Numbness
Weakness
Stiffness
What can inhibit blood flow, tendon and muscle movement, and nerve function?
Sleeping
Repetition
Sustained and awkward posture
Walking
What are some symptoms of work-related musculoskeletal disorders?
Sneezing
Itching
Coughing
Burning sensations
What can work-related musculoskeletal disorders lead to?
Reduced absenteeism
Decreased productivity
Decreased worker's compensation cost
Increased in health care cost
What is one of the 'Do's' for preventing work-related musculoskeletal disorders?
Frequent reaching
Repetitive movements
Stretching
Frequent trunk bending
What is the main purpose of posture correction in ergonomics?
To reduce muscle tension
To reduce productivity
To increase discomfort
