Ergonomic workstation design should incorporate the reduction of repetitive motion, as this can help
prevent musculoskeletal disorders, fatigue, and errors. Repetitive motion can cause strain on the
muscles, tendons, and nerves, leading to pain, inflammation, and loss of function. Ergonomic
workstation design can reduce repetitive motion by optimizing the layout of the workstation, tools,
and materials, using automation or mechanization where possible, and varying the tasks performed
by the worker. Reference: CPIM Part 2 Exam Content Manual, Domain 8: Manage Quality, Continuous
Improvement, and Technology, Section A: Quality Management, Subsection 3: Quality Tools and
Techniques, Page 37.
