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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.

Hard · Level 4 · 25 questions

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01If a task saves time but increases injury risk, what should be the ergonomic decision?

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02Which option includes the ergonomic side of the workplace environment?

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03In which situation can wrong posture and visual strain occur together?

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04If work requires repeated forward bending and twisting, which correction should be prioritised?

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05Which statement shows the relation between ergonomics and health most clearly?

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06If there is good lighting but too much noise at the workplace, which benefit will be affected?

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07If people of different heights work at the same workstation, which solution is more useful?

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08How does ergonomics help in improving work quality?

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09If a worker has to turn the neck repeatedly to see the screen, which correction is correct?

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10In which situation would changing the handle of a household tool be a suitable ergonomic correction?

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11If heavy items must be lifted from below waist level, which change will reduce risk?

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12In which situation can ergonomic correction also improve mental comfort?

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13If height and lighting are proper but work continues too long without pause, what is lacking?

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14Which statement is wrong from an ergonomic view?

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15In which situation can an organisation directly benefit from ergonomics?

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16If balanced use of both hands is possible in a task, why is it ergonomically good?

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17Which change can reduce walking, bending, and searching time in a kitchen?

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18If a new tool feels heavy to an employee, what should be checked in ergonomic assessment?

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19After applying ergonomic correction, which sign can show success?

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20In which work arrangement will total body strain be the least?

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21If a worker works fast but feels constant pain, what conclusion is correct ergonomically?

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22Which combined result is most suitable from applying ergonomics at the workplace?

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23Which option gives the most practical reason for the need of ergonomics?

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24Which is the broadest explanation of ergonomics?

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25If lighting is correct but an employee leans forward to see the screen, what ergonomic cause is most likely?

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