Module 8 - Ergonomics Exam Questions
& Answers (Grade A+)
Ergonomics -
correct answer ✅Study of work; fitting the task to the worker.
Three Main Reasons for Implementation -
correct answer ✅1. Minimize workplace musculoskeletal disease
and associated workers compensation costs.
2. Meeting regulatory requirements.
2. Productivity and quality improvement.
OH&SA Applicable Legislation -
correct answer ✅No specific section in the OH&SA or regulation
dedicated to ergonomics, there are many sections that can be used
by the MOL inspector to enforce protection.
Risk Factors: "Big Three" -
correct answer ✅Force, frequency (duration), posture
Risk Factors: Posture -
correct answer ✅Moving a body part within its joint range of
motion.
Concerned with awkward or extreme postures that can stress the
joints, muscles, and surrounding tissue.
, Module 8 - Ergonomics Exam Questions
& Answers (Grade A+)
Risk Factors: Force -
correct answer ✅Concerned with exertions in excess of strength
capabilities that stress the joints and muscles and occlude blood
flow.
Manual material handling tasks -
correct answer ✅Lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying
Risk Factors: Frequency (duration) -
correct answer ✅Performing the same movement/task many
times and/or for a prolonged period of time.
Ergonomic Injuries -
correct answer ✅Cumulative stresses on the body over time lead
to wear and tear of musculoskeletal system.
Ergonomic Injuries: Direct Costs -
correct answer ✅- Medical treatment
- Wage replacement
- WSIB premiums
& Answers (Grade A+)
Ergonomics -
correct answer ✅Study of work; fitting the task to the worker.
Three Main Reasons for Implementation -
correct answer ✅1. Minimize workplace musculoskeletal disease
and associated workers compensation costs.
2. Meeting regulatory requirements.
2. Productivity and quality improvement.
OH&SA Applicable Legislation -
correct answer ✅No specific section in the OH&SA or regulation
dedicated to ergonomics, there are many sections that can be used
by the MOL inspector to enforce protection.
Risk Factors: "Big Three" -
correct answer ✅Force, frequency (duration), posture
Risk Factors: Posture -
correct answer ✅Moving a body part within its joint range of
motion.
Concerned with awkward or extreme postures that can stress the
joints, muscles, and surrounding tissue.
, Module 8 - Ergonomics Exam Questions
& Answers (Grade A+)
Risk Factors: Force -
correct answer ✅Concerned with exertions in excess of strength
capabilities that stress the joints and muscles and occlude blood
flow.
Manual material handling tasks -
correct answer ✅Lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying
Risk Factors: Frequency (duration) -
correct answer ✅Performing the same movement/task many
times and/or for a prolonged period of time.
Ergonomic Injuries -
correct answer ✅Cumulative stresses on the body over time lead
to wear and tear of musculoskeletal system.
Ergonomic Injuries: Direct Costs -
correct answer ✅- Medical treatment
- Wage replacement
- WSIB premiums
