BECE ICT past questions – Health and Safety in Using ICT Tools

What is the best position for the monitor?

To prevent RSI, the keyboard should be placed so that your ……………………………

Which of the following items is not an essential item on a computer chair?

What is the correct method for cleaning a computer monitor screen?

Which of the following will help to prevent injuries?

Which of the following descriptions is connected with the best way to sit at a computer?

Which one of the following medical complaints is not usually caused by computers?

There is a law which lays down minimum standards for computer systems and furniture. Which one of these is not a requirement of this law?

Eye strain is a problem that can cause blurred vision and headaches. Which one of the following would not help a user prevent eye strain?

Working with ICT systems can be very stressful. Which one of the following is not stressful?

A business owner is looking at computer screens to check that they meet the current health and safety requirement. Which one of the following is not one of the requirements for screens?

People who look at a computer screen for long periods of time may experience eye strain. Which one of the following is not a way of preventing eye strain?

Which of the following is not a requirement for a chair used by a computer user in a business setting?

Aches and pains in hands, arms, wrists and necks after using computer are symptoms of which one of these?

Which of the following is a correct definition of the word ergonomic?

Which one of the following is the main benefit of using an ergonomic computer?

Screens should be kept clean using clean wipes for which one of the following reasons?

The continual use of laptop computers could cause back ache. Which one of the following is a correct reason for this?

A form of a repetitive strain injury common to heavy computer users that consists of damage to nerves and tendons in the hand is……………..

Which health hazard causes getting angry quickly when not using ICT tools?

Radiation causes all of these health problems except ……………………..

The muscles in the upper body that becomes sore as a result of keeping them tense over long periods will result in ……………..……….

Which of these devices emit radiation and has harmful effect on human beings?

……………………….. can be used to prevent the attraction of dust and fabric particles onto the screen surface.

All the following threaten computers and communication systems except …………………………….

All the following are disadvantages of computers except ………………………….

Why is it necessary to cover ICT tools when not in use?

All the following are problems associated with computing except …………….…………….

A new computer emits a smell or scent through a process called ………………..……………..

The most common health problem with use of a monitor is persistent ……………………………

The biggest risk to life from a computer is …………………………….

One of the way to check the effect of gas emission from monitors is ………………..……………

Which of the following can affect your vision?

Which of the following is not safety precaution?

Which of the two possible threats to computers and users is not correct?

Health hazards to computer users results from …………………………..

The causes and effects of the threats to computers and users include the following except ……………….………………

ICT tools are used to support learning except ………………………

All the following are possible health hazards associated with long term use of computers except……………….

The following are possible health hazards of prolonged use of computer systems except …………..……………