AEP AEP Workplace Design and Intervention

Question 1

Which workstation height range is generally recommended for seated computer work to minimize shoulder and neck strain?

Accepted Answer

23–28 inches from the floor

Answer

18–22 inches from the floor

Answer

29–34 inches from the floor

Answer

35–40 inches from the floor

Question 2

When designing a workstation for a standing worker performing precision assembly, the work surface should ideally be positioned at what height relative to the elbow?

Accepted Answer

5–10 cm above elbow height

Answer

10–15 cm below elbow height

Answer

At or slightly below elbow height

Answer

20 cm above elbow height

Question 3

Which engineering control is the HIGHEST priority in the hierarchy of ergonomic interventions?

Accepted Answer

Elimination or substitution

Answer

Administrative controls

Answer

Personal protective equipment

Answer

Training programs

Question 4

A neutral wrist posture during keyboard use is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Wrist in a straight, flat position

Answer

Wrist extended at 30°

Answer

Wrist flexed at 15°

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Wrist ulnar-deviated to reach keys

Question 5

Which type of chair adjustment is MOST critical for supporting proper lumbar lordosis in prolonged seated work?

Accepted Answer

Lumbar support height

Answer

Armrest width

Answer

Seat pan tilt

Answer

Headrest angle

Question 6

Which reach zone principle should guide placement of most-frequently used tools at a workstation?

Accepted Answer

Primary (normal) reach zone

Answer

Secondary reach zone

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Extended reach zone

Answer

Overhead reach zone