6.1 Work-related upper limb disorders

Written by Imran Qureshi (NEBOSH)

NEBOSH IGC · Workplace hazards · 15 questions

Name: ____________________ Date: ____________

WRULD stands for:
- A Work-related upper limb disorder
- B Workplace repetitive upper load disorder
- C Work-related unit load disease
- D Work-related unit layout design
A common cause of WRULDs is:
- A Cold weather
- B Noise
- C Repetitive tasks with poor posture
- D Slippery floors
A suitable control for a display screen workstation is:
- A Longer work without breaks
- B A fixed low chair
- C An adjustable chair and screen
- D Brighter overhead glare
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition of the:
- A Ear
- B Wrist and hand
- C Lung
- D Knee
A WRULD is more likely when a task involves:
- A An adjustable chair
- B A varied task with breaks
- C Good lighting
- D Repetitive movement and awkward posture
Which of these is a cause of upper limb disorders at a computer?
- A Regular breaks
- B A varied task
- C A well adjusted desk
- D A poor chair and glare on the screen
The best way to reduce WRULD risk is to:
- A Remove breaks
- B Fit the job to the person
- C Raise the output target
- D Fit the person to the job
A task control for repetitive work is:
- A Remove rest periods
- B Allow breaks and variety
- C Use one posture all day
- D Increase the speed
Which condition is caused by inflammation of a tendon?
- A Tendonitis
- B Silicosis
- C Hypothermia
- D Frostbite
Which part of the body does a WRULD affect?
- A Arms, hands, shoulders and neck
- B Feet
- C Eyes only
- D Ears
Adjustable chairs and desks help to:
- A Cause awkward posture
- B Fit the workplace to the individual's needs
- C Reduce the number of workers
- D Raise the noise level
Glare on a screen can cause:
- A Radiation burns
- B Legionnaires' disease
- C Awkward posture and eye strain
- D Hearing loss
Long periods without a break increase risk because:
- A The temperature falls
- B Muscles and tendons do not recover
- C Workers do more tasks
- D The noise rises
A forceful repeated grip is a risk factor for:
- A Hearing loss
- B Upper limb disorders
- C Skin cancer
- D Radiation burns
Which of these is part of the environment when controlling WRULD risk?
- A The brand colour
- B The employer's profit
- C Lighting, glare and temperature
- D The number of customers

Answer key

1. A, 2. C, 3. C, 4. B, 5. D, 6. D, 7. B, 8. B, 9. A, 10. A, 11. B, 12. C, 13. B, 14. B, 15. C

Work-related upper limb disorder.
Repetition and posture are main causes.
Adjustability fits the workstation to the person.
It is a nerve disorder in the wrist.
Repetition, force and awkward posture are causes.
Workstation design matters.
The study tip is to fit the job to the person.
Breaks and variety reduce strain.
Tendon inflammation is a WRULD.
Upper limb disorders affect the upper body.
Adjustability allows a good fit.
Environmental conditions affect posture.
Rest allows recovery.
Repetition and force add up.
Task, environment and equipment are all considered.