Industrial Ergonomics Exam Questions
& Answers (Grade A+)
What is the underlying principle of ergonomics in the workplace? -
correct answer ✅Fit the workplace to the worker
What causes CTDs? -
correct answer ✅Accumulation of physical demands that exceed a
worker's maximum capacity
Which part of the body is involved in the most common and costly
of industry CTDs? -
correct answer ✅Back
Which force on the spine is most likely to occur when performing
tasks involving pushing and pulling? -
correct answer ✅Shear
If you experience pain on the outer side of your elbow, what type of
CTD might you have? -
correct answer ✅Tennis elbow
If you have a severe case of trigger finger, what can happen? -
correct answer ✅Your finger may become locked in a bent position
& Answers (Grade A+)
What is the underlying principle of ergonomics in the workplace? -
correct answer ✅Fit the workplace to the worker
What causes CTDs? -
correct answer ✅Accumulation of physical demands that exceed a
worker's maximum capacity
Which part of the body is involved in the most common and costly
of industry CTDs? -
correct answer ✅Back
Which force on the spine is most likely to occur when performing
tasks involving pushing and pulling? -
correct answer ✅Shear
If you experience pain on the outer side of your elbow, what type of
CTD might you have? -
correct answer ✅Tennis elbow
If you have a severe case of trigger finger, what can happen? -
correct answer ✅Your finger may become locked in a bent position
