Handling of ESDS items, parts, assemblies and equipment without ESD protective covering or packaging shall be performed while in an EPA. The EPA shall have clearly identified boundaries.
NOTE: An EPA can consist of a single workstation, entire room, building or other designated area.
Access to the EPA shall be limited to personnel who have completed appropriate ESD training. Untrained individuals shall be escorted by trained personnel while in an EPA.
An EPA shall be established wherever ESDS items are handled. However, there are many different ways to establish ESD controls within an EPA. Table 3 lists some optional ESD control