Review Questions This test consists of 20 questions for reviewing Chapter 2. Read each statement and decide if it is true (T) or false (F). You have 20 minutes to complete the test.
The employer is legally responsible for the operator's work environment.
T
F
The work environment is also called the "operator's environment".
T
F
A "micro-break" means getting off the machine for about 10-15 minutes and stop every activity.
T
F
The “Whole Body Vibration” (WBV) may be uncomfortable for the operator but it’s rather unlikely to cause any injuries.
T
F
The hard tires can impair the operator’s environment.
T
F
The driving speed should be adjusted to the load carried by the machine.
T
F
Vibrations (including "jerks and shakes") may be harmful even if they do not feel uncomfortable straight away.
T
F
According to the “rule of thumb” the WBV increases with the driving speed.
T
F
The “rubber band effect” may occur when the machine is running at too low gear.
T
F
The proper way to keep an eye on a full load is through (preferably large) rear view mirrors.
T
F
The use of the machine’s stabilizer reduces the risk of rolling over
true
false
You should direct the stream from the air intake towards your head.
true
false
The filters of the air ventilation system should be changed once a year.
true
false
The air conditioning unit may dry the air.
true
false
The employer is not the only one responsible for the workers’ good health.
true
false
According to the latest statistics the WBV problem has improved significantly lately.
true
false
The operators suffer quite often from strain injuries.
true
false
In cases of work – stress related injuries the best solution is alternating between the forwarder and the harvester.
true
false
Poor forward planning can increase the worker’s anxiety.
true
false
The internal control has a specific model regardless the size of the enterprise.