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Ergonomics in Early Childhood: Strategies for Childcare Workers

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1.  What is the best way to describe the concept of ergonomics? Finding a fit between the person (good fit) and a task (job) Assessing the physical fitness of workers Branch of industry that makes office products Analyzing body parts and their relationship to each other

2.  OT's role in ergonomics includes which of the following? Return to work after an injury or illness or in the presence of disability Health promotion - assessments and interventions to optimize function Injury prevention education All of the above

3.  Which of the following was NOT listed as a mechanism for developing a musculoskeletal disorder? Forceful movement Rotating tasks throughout the day Sustained position over time Repetitive motion during a task

4.  In what area of the body do childcare workers most frequently report pain? Neck Shoulder Knee & Hip Back

5.  What three components do occupational therapy practitioners analyze to help individuals with optimal performance of meaningful tasks? Self care, work, leisure Range of motion, strength, endurance Person, environment, occupation (task) Children, adults, elderly

6.  Which of the following is NOT identified on the CDC/NIOSH Hazard Identification Checklist as a hazard leading to musculoskeletal injury? Self-paced activities Kneeling on one or both knees Lift & lowering objects from waist to floor Standing continuously for more than 30 minutes

7.  What strategy could be used to reduce repetitive motions during childcare related tasks? Rotate jobs throughout the day Follow external pace of the environment Take limited rest breaks All of the above

8.  All of the following are strategies for how OT can help improve how childcare workers do their job throughout the day EXCEPT: Vary posture throughout the day Use proper body mechanics for listing, squatting, bending, stooping Do not take any stretch breaks as this won't make any difference during a typical work day Address overall strength and fitness

9.  Which strategy is suggested to help minimize risk for injury related to the environment? Provide more opportunities for outdoor play Provide options for adult sized furniture and sit/kneel chairs Spread out frequently used items around the classroom Reduce floor time activities

10.  Which statement describes how to keep your back safe during lifting and carrying activities? Bend at your waist Hold the weight low on your body Bend at your hips and knees Flatten out the curves in your spine