Carpal tunnel syndrome is an example of work-related ______.

• A. Injuries and illness
• B. Hazards
• C. Incidents
• D. Costs

Answer: (A)

The main idea is that carpal tunnel syndrome is a health condition caused or worsened by work activities, so it fits under work-related injuries and illnesses. In workplace safety terms, injuries refer to harm to the body from an incident or repetitive strain, while illnesses are diseases or conditions that can be caused or aggravated by work. Carpal tunnel typically results from repetitive hand and wrist movements and sustained pressure, which is common in jobs that involve a lot of typing or repetitive gripping. This makes it an injury/illness connected to work, rather than a hazard (which is something in the environment that could cause harm), an incident (an event that happens), or a cost (the financial impact).