Ergonomics Flashcards
1
Q
Injuries associated with MSDs
A
muscle strains
ligament sprains
inflammation
2
Q
Sprain
A
stretch or tear of a ligament
3
Q
strain
A
injury to muscle or tendon
4
Q
ligaments
A
bone to bone
5
Q
tendon
A
muscle to bone
6
Q
CCPE
A
College of Certified Pro Ergonomists (Can)
7
Q
BCPE
A
Board of Certified Pro Ergonomists (US)
8
Q
When does a work related injury occur
A
Work Demands > Tissue Threshold
9
Q
define ergonomics
A
the science of work
10
Q
Risks of vibrations
A
stretch ligaments
reduce muscle strength
reduce blood flow
11
Q
ergonomics root language
A
greek
12
Q
recognize most ergonomic injuries
A
accute or repetitive