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Ergonomics: definition, need and benefits

In Class 11 Home Science, this topic introduces ergonomics as the study of designing work, tools, furniture and surroundings to suit people’s physical needs and abilities. Students explore why correct posture, suitable work height, proper lighting, safe movement and efficient use of equipment matter in homes and workplaces. The topic explains how ergonomic practices reduce fatigue, strain and the risk of injury while improving comfort, productivity and quality of work. Linked to Work, Livelihood and Career, it helps learners evaluate everyday tasks and suggest practical improvements for healthier, safer working conditions.

Easy · Level 3 · 25 questions

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01What is the ergonomic benefit of arranging necessary items properly on the work table?

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02What does ergonomics focus on?

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03What is the direct purpose of a correct ergonomic arrangement?

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04Keeping the back straight while working is related to what?

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05What problem may occur by ignoring ergonomics?

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06Why is proper lighting necessary at the workplace?

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07What is the benefit of correct chair height?

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08Why is proper screen distance important while working on a computer?

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09Why is taking a short break during work useful?

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10Keeping a heavy object near waist level at safe height is an example of what?

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11Why should the size of a tool suit the hand?

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12Keeping spices and utensils within proper reach in a kitchen is linked with which benefit?

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13What effect can ergonomics have on a worker's productivity?

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14What problem may occur due to a work surface of wrong height?

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15Why is it important to keep things organised at the workplace?

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16Why is keeping the wrist straight good during long computer work?

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17Ergonomics can help reduce which type of injuries?

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18Why is enough air necessary at the workplace?

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19Why is giving rest to the body necessary in repetitive work?

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20Which benefit can an employer get from proper ergonomic arrangement?

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21Why can taking items from a very high shelf be risky?

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22Correct height of a sewing machine can reduce which problem?

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23Why is it good to keep wires away from pathways in an office?

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24Why is the human body considered in ergonomics?

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25Repeatedly raising hands upward in a task may be linked with which problem?

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