What is the simplest meaning of fitting work to humans in ergonomics?
Correct answer: B
Work becomes safe and convenient when matched with human capacity. In exams, connect the definition with human capacity.
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Ergonomics: definition, need and benefits
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Medium · Level 44 · definition,human capacity,work demand
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- Forcing humans into every discomfort
- Keeping work demands according to human capacity
- Removing safety
- Increasing only decoration
Medium · Level 44 · evaluation,fatigue,productivity
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- Only wall decoration
- Only employee name
- Changes in fatigue pain errors and productivity
- Only holiday calendar
Medium · Level 44 · standing work,rest breaks,floor comfort
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- Suitable surface and rest breaks for standing work
- Making floor more slippery
- Removing breaks completely
- Giving work at wrong height
Medium · Level 44 · ergonomics,work methods,workplace safety,body posture,work efficiency,home science
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- To perform work safely and effectively with less effort
- To increase work speed even if it puts more strain on the body
- To use the same body posture for every task
- To eliminate the need for tools and a workstation
Medium · Level 44 · time saving,frequent items,work arrangement
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- Keeping necessary tools far away
- Keeping frequently used items near the work area
- Blocking the path repeatedly
- Keeping materials without order
Medium · Level 44 · employee feedback,discomfort,problem area
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- To blame the employee
- To stop work
- To know the real problem area
- To leave the report blank
Medium · Level 44 · ergonomic principle,reach zone,comfort
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- Keeping work within a comfortable reach zone
- Forcing maximum stretching
- Making work happen in darkness
- Treating wrong posture as normal
Medium · Level 44 · ergonomics,wrist posture,workstation adjustment,repetitive strain,home science
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- Bend the wrist more
- Keep work farther away
- Reduce light
- Change tool or work height to keep the wrist straight
Medium · Level 44 · accident prevention,safe layout,tools
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- Clutter and darkness
- Safe layout correct tools and clear pathways
- Keeping heavy items high
- Wrong warning
Medium · Level 44 · ergonomics summary,human centred,performance
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- Making work only expensive
- Keeping employees in discomfort
- Designing work by considering human health comfort and performance
- Reducing safety
Hard · Level 43 · home-science,ergonomics,workstation
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- Strain on shoulders and neck
- Increase in room lighting
- Work becoming automatic
- Increase in floor safety
Hard · Level 43 · home-science,ergonomics,definition
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- To make work costly
- To reduce fatigue injury and discomfort
- To increase decoration
- To replace the worker
Hard · Level 43 · home-science,ergonomics,screen-height
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- Move keyboard away
- Switch off lighting
- Bring screen near eye level
- Remove the chair
Hard · Level 43 · home-science,ergonomics,breaks
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- Materials are properly arranged
- Room is ventilated
- Floor is clear
- Work is being done in the same posture for long
Hard · Level 43 · home-science,ergonomics,kitchen
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- Principle of easy reach
- Principle of work holiday
- Principle of colour matching
- Principle of sound control
Hard · Level 43 · home-science,ergonomics,lighting
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- Increase glare more
- Adjust screen or lighting direction
- Move chair very far
- Stop work
Hard · Level 43 · home-science,ergonomics,lifting
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- Time saving
- Better reach
- Risk of falling or injury
- Less fatigue
Hard · Level 43 · home-science,ergonomics,wrist
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- Reduce sound
- Change chair colour
- Hide files
- Keep wrists in neutral position
Hard · Level 43 · home-science,ergonomics,user-fit
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- Keeping sewing machine height according to user
- Keeping work table deliberately very low
- Spreading items on pathway
- Keeping screen too close to eyes
Hard · Level 43 · home-science,ergonomics,environment
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- Confusion and risk
- Attention and work efficiency
- Disorder and mistake
- More fatigue
On what basis can an ergonomic improvement be evaluated?
Correct answer: C
The effect of improvement is seen through health and work outcomes. In exams, focus on measurable changes.
View question detailsIf employees stand for a long time, which measure can be useful?
Correct answer: A
Long standing work can increase pressure on feet and back. In exams, consider comfort for standing work too.
View question detailsWhy is the correct work method taught in ergonomics?
Correct answer: A
The purpose of teaching the correct work method in ergonomics is to perform work safely and effectively with less physical effort. Proper posture, suitable use of tools, and an appropriately arranged workstation reduce fatigue and the risk of injury. Increasing speed while increasing body strain is not an ergonomic goal. Exam tip: Associate ergonomics with safety, comfort, efficiency, and reduced physical strain.
View question detailsIn which example is ergonomics saving time?
Correct answer: B
Nearby items save searching and walking time. In exams, connect time saving with work arrangement.
View question detailsWhy is it necessary in ergonomics to ask employees where they feel pain or discomfort?
Correct answer: C
Employee experience shows the direction of improvement. In exams, consider user experience important.
View question detailsWhich is a correct principle of ergonomics?
Correct answer: A
A comfortable reach zone reduces unnecessary body strain. In exams, treat reach zone as a basic principle.
View question detailsIf the wrist must be bent repeatedly during work, what improvement can be made?
Correct answer: D
Adjusting the height of the tool or work surface helps keep the wrist in a neutral, straight position. This reduces repeated strain on the wrist muscles and tendons. Keeping the work farther away may require extra reaching, so it is not an appropriate improvement. Exam tip: In ergonomics questions, prefer adjustments that keep the wrist, neck, and back in neutral postures.
View question detailsIn ergonomics, accident prevention is linked with what?
Correct answer: B
Safe arrangement reduces chances of accidents. In exams, see layout tools and pathways together.
View question detailsWhich is the best summary of ergonomics?
Correct answer: C
Ergonomics is human-centred work design. In exams, remember health comfort and performance together.
View question detailsIf the chair is correct but the table is too high at a workplace, what is the most likely problem?
Correct answer: A
A high table may force raised shoulders and increase strain. Exam tip: check combined height of chair and table.
View question detailsWhat is the main reason for making work fit the person in ergonomics?
Correct answer: B
Ergonomics aims to reduce unnecessary body strain. Exam tip: link person-fit work with health.
View question detailsIn continuous computer work, if the screen is at proper distance but too low, what correction is appropriate?
Correct answer: C
A very low screen may force neck bending. Exam tip: remember screen height along with screen distance.
View question detailsIn which situation would taking a short break be most necessary ergonomically?
Correct answer: D
Long static posture can increase muscle strain. Exam tip: remember breaks during long fixed posture.
View question detailsIf frequently used kitchen items are kept on a very high shelf, which ergonomic principle is violated?
Correct answer: A
Frequently used items should be within safe and easy reach. Exam tip: link frequency of use with placement.
View question detailsIf lighting is bright but glare falls on the screen at a workplace, what is the most appropriate correction?
Correct answer: B
Glare can increase eye strain, so direction adjustment is needed. Exam tip: remember glare, not only lighting.
View question detailsKeeping a heavy object on an overhead shelf increases which risk the most?
Correct answer: C
Taking a heavy object from overhead can risk both body and balance. Exam tip: keep heavy items at safe height.
View question detailsIf typing is done with continuously bent wrists, what should be the correct ergonomic correction goal?
Correct answer: D
Neutral wrist position reduces pressure and strain. Exam tip: remember wrist alignment in typing.
View question detailsWhich example shows correct use of ergonomics?
Correct answer: A
Choosing height according to the user is a basic idea of ergonomics. Exam tip: remember user-based design.
View question detailsLow noise and adequate lighting together improve which benefit the most at the workplace?
Correct answer: B
Low noise and proper lighting help maintain attention. Exam tip: link environmental factors with work efficiency.
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