HRCI Exam SPHR Topic 4 Question 45 Discussion

Actual exam question for HRCI's SPHR exam

Question #: 45
Topic #: 4

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How can an employer determine whether a job creates an ergonomic hazard for an employee?

AReview the MSDS.

BObserve the incumbent performing the job duties.

CReview and analyze the OSHA logs.

DReview and analyze the workers' compensation records.

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Suggested Answer: B

Answer option B is correct.

Although a review and analysis of OSHA logs (C) or workers' compensation records (D) can be used to determine any injury patterns occurring in the workplace, observing the incumbent (B) performing the work is necessary to determine whether there is an ergonomic hazard in the job. An MSDS (A) describes chemical hazards unrelated to ergonomics.

Chapter: Risk Management

Objective: Review Questions

by Salena at Jun 13, 2022, 02:57 PM

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