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Ergonomics: definition, need and benefits
Practice questions
Which option sets ergonomic risk priority correctly?If work continuously needs fine vision and hand accuracy, which combined ergonomic measure is best?In which situation will worker feedback be most valuable in ergonomics?If lower back pain increases only in the last part of the day at work, which cause is likely?Why is it necessary to observe actual work before changing a workplace in ergonomics?Which option correctly shows the psycho-physical effect of ergonomics?If an employee knows correct lifting technique but the load is too heavy, what conclusion follows?Why may an ergonomic improvement plan fail if employees are not involved?If no accident occurred but employees almost slipped many times, how should this be viewed?Which option most clearly shows the relation between ergonomics and quality control?If a workplace is built only on average body measurements, who may face the most difficulty?When does workplace noise become an ergonomic risk?If an organisation has an ergonomic policy but no regular review, what main weakness will remain?In which workplace situation will adjustable furniture be most beneficial?In a task, tools are near the hand but the grip is too thick. What risk may occur?If employee speed increased after workplace improvement but fatigue did not reduce, what should be checked?In which situation can a document holder be an ergonomic solution?If employees like an ergonomic improvement but production quality falls, what will an expert do?Which option most clearly shows the preventive approach of ergonomics?Which type of information will be most useful for deciding ergonomic improvement priority?