CIEE Ergonomic Principles & Evaluation Techniques

Question 1

What is ergonomics?

Accepted Answer

Designing the workplace to fit the worker

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Adapting to the environment

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Improving product design

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Increasing work speed

Question 2

Why is ergonomic evaluation important?

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Identify and reduce risks

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Increase productivity

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Increase stress

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Limit breaks

Question 3

What is a key component of an ergonomic workplace design?

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Adjustable seating and equipment

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Large workstations

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Cluttered spaces

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Standing only workstations

Question 4

What is repetitive strain injury (RSI)?

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Injury from repeated motions

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Injury from a single event

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Muscle atrophy

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Bone fractures

Question 5

How can ergonomic assessments improve worker health?

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Reduce strain and prevent injuries

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Ignore workers' health

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Increase workload

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Improve employee morale only

Question 6

What is a common ergonomic evaluation technique?

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Observing movements and posture

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Guessing positions

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Disregarding posture

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Ignoring worker comfort

Question 7

How can workstations be adapted for ergonomic improvement?

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Adjust seating, desk, and monitor

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Change only the seating

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Remove equipment

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Increase work hours

Question 8

What is an ergonomic risk factor in a computer workstation?

Accepted Answer

Improper posture, chair height, and repetition

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Standing only workstations

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Comfortable seating

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Use of ergonomic tools only

Question 9

What should be included in an ergonomic training program?

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Posture, equipment, and breaks training

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Work without breaks

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Avoid breaks

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Ignore posture