Wellness Workplace Wellness 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is a 'wellness program' in the workplace context?
- An employer-sponsored initiative designed to support employee health and well-being (Correct answer)
- A government-mandated health inspection
- A type of health insurance plan
- A physical fitness competition among employees
Correct answer: An employer-sponsored initiative designed to support employee health and well-being
A workplace wellness program is an employer-sponsored initiative offering activities, policies, and resources to support the physical, mental, and financial health of employees.
Question 2: What does 'ergonomics' refer to in a workplace wellness context?
- Designing workspaces and tools to fit the worker and reduce injury risk (Correct answer)
- Setting employee work schedules
- Managing workplace nutrition programs
- Tracking employee productivity metrics
Correct answer: Designing workspaces and tools to fit the worker and reduce injury risk
Ergonomics is the science of designing the workplace environment and equipment to match the capabilities and limitations of workers, reducing strain and injury.
Question 3: Which of the following is a common risk of prolonged sitting at a desk?
- Increased risk of musculoskeletal pain and cardiovascular disease (Correct answer)
- Improved posture
- Stronger leg muscles
- Lower blood pressure
Correct answer: Increased risk of musculoskeletal pain and cardiovascular disease
Prolonged sitting is associated with increased risk of musculoskeletal disorders, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and metabolic syndrome.
Question 4: What is the '20-20-20 rule' related to workplace eye wellness?
- Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds (Correct answer)
- Take 20 steps every 20 minutes for 20 days
- Drink 20 oz of water every 20 hours
- Work for 20 minutes and rest for 20 seconds, 20 times
Correct answer: Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds
The 20-20-20 rule recommends that every 20 minutes of screen time, you look at something at least 20 feet away for 20 seconds to reduce digital eye strain.
Question 5: What is 'presenteeism' in workplace wellness?
- Being physically at work but operating at reduced capacity due to health issues (Correct answer)
- Arriving to work early every day
- A policy requiring in-person attendance
- Presenting health reports to management
Correct answer: Being physically at work but operating at reduced capacity due to health issues
Presenteeism refers to employees who show up to work while ill or impaired, resulting in reduced productivity and performance.
Question 6: Which US law prohibits discrimination based on disability and requires reasonable workplace accommodations?
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (Correct answer)
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Correct answer: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities and requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations.
Wellness Workplace Wellness 1
What is a 'wellness program' in the workplace context?