PSSR Exit Exam • Set 6 Question 29 of 30
What safety practice prevents musculoskeletal injuries when standing long watch periods on hard steel decks?
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Direct Answer
Option A: Wearing safety footwear with impact-absorbing cushioned insoles and taking short mobility stretches
Anti-fatigue footwear insoles and periodic weight distribution shifts mitigate lower back and joint stress caused by rigid steel deck impact.
All Options
A
Wearing safety footwear with impact-absorbing cushioned insoles and taking short mobility stretches
(Correct Answer)
B
Standing motionless for 4 hours
C
Wearing un-cushioned wooden clogs
D
Leaning heavily against un-guarded rotating shafts
Detailed Explanation & Context
Anti-fatigue footwear insoles and periodic weight distribution shifts mitigate lower back and joint stress caused by rigid steel deck impact.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (PSSR).
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