Question 1 Expert Level 43
In an office, employees' back pain complaints did not reduce even after buying new chairs. What is the next most appropriate step in ergonomic analysis? A Change the colour of chairs B Assess sitting posture table height and work duration together C Ask employees to ignore pain D Add more decoration in the office
Correct answer: B Changing only the chair may not be enough, the whole work setup should be examined. In exams, connect ergonomics with holistic analysis.
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If people of different heights work at the same kitchen counter, what is the most advanced ergonomic solution? A Make everyone work at the same height B Remove shorter persons from work C Use an adjustable work surface or support platform D Install only more lighting
Correct answer: C Adjustability is a better way to handle individual differences. In exams, do not assume one fixed setup is always correct.
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An employee's productivity is falling although the employee is technically skilled. The review finds continuous noise poor lighting and wrong sitting posture. What is the main conclusion? A The employee has no skill B The problem is only related to salary C The ergonomic environment is affecting performance D The work is completely impossible
Correct answer: C Poor work environment can reduce even a skilled worker's performance. In exams, link productivity with environment.
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Shoulder pain is increasing due to repeatedly taking heavy boxes from high shelves. What should be the correct ergonomic priority? A Keep heavy boxes at a safer lower height B Treat shoulder pain as normal C Change the colour of boxes D Ask the worker to pull faster
Correct answer: A Safe storage of heavy items reduces stretching and fall risk. In exams, consider both load and height.
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Why is only reducing screen brightness not always enough to reduce eye strain in computer work? A Because eye strain is related only to salary B Because screen distance lighting glare and breaks also affect it C Because eyes are not used in computer work D Because lighting has no effect
Correct answer: B Visual ergonomics has many factors working together. In exams, look for combined causes instead of one cause.
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Which group of indicators is most suitable to measure the effect of an ergonomic intervention? A Wall colour and curtain style B Pain complaints errors absenteeism and work speed C Employee names and office address D Chair price and brand name
Correct answer: B Proper evaluation uses both health and work outcomes. In exams, identify measurable effects.
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Wrist pain is increasing in a stitching unit. The work involves fine grip and high repetition. Which solution is most balanced? A Increase speed and remove breaks B Provide suitable tool grip short breaks and task variation C Call wrist pain lack of discipline D Switch off lighting completely
Correct answer: B Improving both repetition and grip is more effective. In exams, choose combined solutions for combined risks.
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If workplace accidents are low but employees report high fatigue, why is ergonomics still necessary? A Because ergonomics is linked not only with accidents but also fatigue and efficiency B Because fatigue has no relation with work C Because low accidents always mean perfect setup D Because ergonomics is only decoration
Correct answer: A Ergonomics considers fatigue and performance along with injury. In exams, understand its benefits broadly.
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In a school laboratory, tools are placed opposite to their sequence of use. Students repeatedly cross their hands to take items. What is the main ergonomic problem? A The colour of items is wrong B Poor arrangement of use sequence and reach zone C Students have too much interest D The class name is wrong
Correct answer: B Arrangement according to use sequence reduces unnecessary movement. In exams, see reach and sequence together.
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What is the most correct meaning of human factors study in ergonomics? A Study of human ability limitation and work environment relationship B Study of only building beauty C Study of only salary payment D Study of only leave list
Correct answer: A Human factors help make work suitable for people. In exams, remember both human ability and limitation.
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In which situation will only personal training not be enough for an ergonomic solution? A When the worker does not know correct lifting method B When heavy items are always stored above head level C When the employee is new D When the work is simple
Correct answer: B The wrong storage setup also needs to be changed. In exams, distinguish training and design.
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Which option most clearly shows ergonomics as primary prevention? A Giving only medicine after injury B Replacing employee after pain increases C Checking height lighting and tool suitability before work starts D Hiding the problem and not reporting
Correct answer: C Identifying risks beforehand is primary prevention. In exams, prioritise improvement before incidents occur.
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If a worker has to apply too much force with a small tool and feels palm pain, which conclusion is appropriate? A Tool size and grip may be unsuitable for the task B Pain is always imaginary C Worker needs no training D Smaller tool is always better
Correct answer: A Tool grip and size change the force effect on the hand. In exams, connect tool design with physical strain.
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At a workplace, employees are only being scolded to reduce mistakes. From an ergonomic view, what would be a better question? A Are work environment lighting layout and fatigue increasing mistakes B Are employees always lazy C Is the wall colour expensive D Is the office name long
Correct answer: A Mistakes may be due to the system, not only the person. In exams, link errors with work system.
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What is the most logical reason for quality improvement after adopting ergonomics at work? A Because the employee has less fatigue and better attention B Because work checking stops C Because safety rules are removed D Because tools are kept far away
Correct answer: A Less fatigue can improve attention and accuracy. In exams, connect quality with comfort and focus.
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If employees working continuously while standing have increasing leg and lower back fatigue, which combination is more suitable? A Hard floor and work without breaks B Proper height surface rest breaks and safe floor C Increase work time more D Provide heavy tools
Correct answer: B In standing work, surface breaks and floor all have effects. In exams, identify more than one factor.
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Why can glare in ergonomics not be called only excess light? A Because it can also result from light direction reflection and screen position B Because glare is always beneficial C Because it has no relation with eyes D Because it is only wall colour
Correct answer: A Glare arises from many visual factors and strains the eyes. In exams, look at quality of lighting.
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An organisation bought adjustable chairs but users do not know how to adjust them. Why will the benefit remain limited? A Because correct use training is also needed with equipment B Because adjustable chairs are always bad C Because chair colour is the main reason D Because seated work is impossible
Correct answer: A Good equipment gives benefit only when used correctly. In exams, look at both design and training.
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What type of problem can balance between workload and breaks prevent in ergonomics? A Accumulated fatigue and work errors B Wall dust C Only name mistake D Employee holiday interest
Correct answer: A Balanced breaks reactivate both body and attention. In exams, do not treat breaks as avoiding work.
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Which example best shows the relation between ergonomics and work simplification? A Keeping materials in use sequence and within hand reach B Spreading materials randomly C Keeping heavy items at height D Saving time by reducing light
Correct answer: A Use sequence and reach together save time and energy. In exams, connect work simplification with ergonomic arrangement.
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