OSHA- 30- Construction Exam
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PASS
When applying ergonomic principles to your office environment, what should you do to
avoid injury?—ANSWER--Identify the ergonomic risks associated with tasks you perform on
the job.
Ergonomics is the applied science of designing environments so what can happen?—
ANSWER--People and the things they use can interact most efficiently and safely.
What type of condition does repeated stress on muscles, joints, tendons, and delicate nerve
tissues cause?—ANSWER--Cumulative trauma disorder (CTD)
What CTD results from prolonged or repetitive flexing of your wrists and causes numbness,
tingling, and pain?—ANSWER--Carpal tunnel syndrome
Which of the following is an example of static loading?—ANSWER--Holding a phone during a
lengthy phone conversation
Why does working in an uncomfortably cold office increase your risk of developing a CTD in
your shoulder, arm, wrist, or hand?—ANSWER--Because it will cause blood flow to shift from
your extremities to your core
, What CTD risk factor is associated with resting your wrist on the edge of the desk while
typing?—ANSWER--Contact stress
In what area of your back are you most likely to feel pain that results from sitting in one
position for too long without adequate back support or with poor posture?—ANSWER--
Lumbar area
What office activity is most likely to cause trigger finger?—ANSWER--Repetitively using a
manual stapler
Which behavior is an example of working in your comfort zone?—ANSWER--Keeping key
objects close to your body
What is the most appropriate response to initial CTD warning signs?—ANSWER--Apply
ergonomic best practices
What is the best description on a "neutral posture?"—ANSWER--Keeping your body aligned
and balanced and maintaining the natural S-curve of your spine.
Toxic gases are the most serious of fires—ANSWER--True
Workplace violence is primarily physical violence—ANSWER--False
Dangers from natural disasters include drowning, collapsing structures, and flying debris.—
ANSWER--True
Fuel, heat, and oxygen complete the fire tetrahedron.—ANSWER--False
poor planning or lack of preparedness is only a danger in fire emergencies—ANSWER--False
A toxic chemical release can produce toxic gases, contamination, explosions, and possibly,
fire.—ANSWER--True
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Questions and Answers 100%
PASS
When applying ergonomic principles to your office environment, what should you do to
avoid injury?—ANSWER--Identify the ergonomic risks associated with tasks you perform on
the job.
Ergonomics is the applied science of designing environments so what can happen?—
ANSWER--People and the things they use can interact most efficiently and safely.
What type of condition does repeated stress on muscles, joints, tendons, and delicate nerve
tissues cause?—ANSWER--Cumulative trauma disorder (CTD)
What CTD results from prolonged or repetitive flexing of your wrists and causes numbness,
tingling, and pain?—ANSWER--Carpal tunnel syndrome
Which of the following is an example of static loading?—ANSWER--Holding a phone during a
lengthy phone conversation
Why does working in an uncomfortably cold office increase your risk of developing a CTD in
your shoulder, arm, wrist, or hand?—ANSWER--Because it will cause blood flow to shift from
your extremities to your core
, What CTD risk factor is associated with resting your wrist on the edge of the desk while
typing?—ANSWER--Contact stress
In what area of your back are you most likely to feel pain that results from sitting in one
position for too long without adequate back support or with poor posture?—ANSWER--
Lumbar area
What office activity is most likely to cause trigger finger?—ANSWER--Repetitively using a
manual stapler
Which behavior is an example of working in your comfort zone?—ANSWER--Keeping key
objects close to your body
What is the most appropriate response to initial CTD warning signs?—ANSWER--Apply
ergonomic best practices
What is the best description on a "neutral posture?"—ANSWER--Keeping your body aligned
and balanced and maintaining the natural S-curve of your spine.
Toxic gases are the most serious of fires—ANSWER--True
Workplace violence is primarily physical violence—ANSWER--False
Dangers from natural disasters include drowning, collapsing structures, and flying debris.—
ANSWER--True
Fuel, heat, and oxygen complete the fire tetrahedron.—ANSWER--False
poor planning or lack of preparedness is only a danger in fire emergencies—ANSWER--False
A toxic chemical release can produce toxic gases, contamination, explosions, and possibly,
fire.—ANSWER--True
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
