Standards, Policies & Program Management Flashcards

The Washington State ergonomics rule (WAC 296-62-051), though repealed by referendum, was historically significant because it was the first state rule to:

Answer: Require employers to identify 'caution zone jobs' and implement hazard controls based on a risk threshold

The Washington State ergonomics rule required employers to identify caution zone jobs using specific risk factor thresholds and implement controls, representing a landmark prescriptive ergonomics regulation.

Under ISO 45001:2018, which clause specifically addresses the identification of hazards and assessment of occupational health and safety risks, including ergonomic hazards?

Answer: Clause 6.1.2 — Hazard identification and assessment of risks and opportunities

Clause 6.1.2 of ISO 45001 requires organizations to establish processes to identify hazards—including ergonomic ones—and assess associated OHS risks.

When presenting an ergonomics business case to senior management, which financial metric most directly translates ergonomic investment into business language executives understand?

Answer: Net present value (NPV) or return on investment (ROI) of ergonomic interventions

ROI and NPV quantify financial returns relative to investment, translating ergonomic improvements into economic terms that resonate with financial decision-makers.

Which ergonomics standard published by ANSI/HFES addresses human factors requirements for the visual display of information, including screen luminance and viewing distances?

Answer: ANSI/HFES 100-2007

ANSI/HFES 100-2007 covers human factors engineering of computer workstations, including visual display requirements such as luminance, contrast, and viewing distance.

In program management, 'ergonomics program integration' refers to embedding ergonomics into existing business processes. Which example best demonstrates true integration?

Answer: Including ergonomic review as a required step in the capital equipment procurement process

True integration means ergonomic review is a required step within existing business workflows—like procurement—ensuring it happens systematically rather than as a standalone event.

Which component of an ergonomics program evaluation plan defines how data will be collected, by whom, and at what frequency to measure program performance?

Answer: Surveillance and measurement protocol

A surveillance and measurement protocol specifies the data collection methods, responsibilities, and frequency needed to track program performance indicators.

The concept of 'participatory ergonomics' in program management is best characterized by which approach?

Answer: Active involvement of workers and supervisors in identifying hazards and developing solutions

Participatory ergonomics actively engages workers and supervisors in the hazard identification and solution development process, leveraging their expertise and improving acceptance of changes.