Ergonomics and Occupational Health

Question 1

What is the hierarchy of controls and how can it be used to approach workplace hazards?

Answer 1

Elimination –> Substitution –> Engineering Controls –> Administrative Controls –> PPE (listed most –> least effective)

Question 2

What is ergonomics?

Answer 2

Applies principles based on the physical and physiological capabilities of people to the design or modification of jobs, equiptment, products and workplaces

Question 3

What is OSHA?

Answer 3

Occupational Safety and Health Admin
They assess problems in the workplace and works towards lessening work related injuries/illnesses

Question 4

What are the two injury mehcanisms?

Answer 4

Sudden force (impact trauma) and Volitional activities (overuse injury)

Question 5

What are the steps used while making decisions in Industrial Hygiene?

Answer 5

Anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control