ERGONOMICS—INDUSTRIAL
Training Program Quiz
NAME: ________________________________DATE: _________________
1. Which of the following is not a risk factor that determines if repetition
contributed to a musculoskeletal disorder (MSD)?
a. Time of day work is performed
b. How often motion is repeated
c. Speed of movement
d. Number of muscles involved
2. Loss of muscle function is a sign of an MSD.
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 True or  False
3. MSDs are injuries to nerves and hard tissue.
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 True or  False
4. Which of the following is not a vibrating tool that could contribute to an MSD?
a. Sander
b. Grinder
c. Chipper
d. Electric razor
5. The use of PPE is the preferred measure in controlling MSDs.
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 True or  False
6. Which of the following is not a common MSD symptom?
a. Painful joints
b. Tingling or numbness
c. Shooting pain
d. Migraine
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7. Awkward postures that you may experience while performing your job
include all but which of the following:
a. Sitting
b. Reaching
c. Twisting
d. Bending
8. Contact stress puts pressure on nerves, tendons, or blood vessels in such a
way that it may result in an MSD.
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 True or  False
9. Employee participation is not needed for an effective ergonomics program.
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 True or  False
10. The type of grip is a risk factor to consider when evaluating jobs with
forceful exertions.
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 True or  False
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ERGONOMICS—INDUSTRIAL
Training Program Quiz Answers
1. a. Time of day work is performed
2. True.
3. False. MSDs are injuries to nerves and soft tissue.
4. d. Electric razor
5. False. Engineering controls is the preferred control measure.
6. d. Migraine
7. a. Sitting
8. True.
9. False. Employee participation is essential and fundamental.
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10. True.
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