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ANSI/ESD-S20.20-1999
most sensitive level of the items to be handled in
accordance with the Program shall be documented.
The Organization shall establish, document,
implement, maintain and verify the compliance of
the Program in accordance with the requirements of
this document.
6.0.2. ESD Control Program Guidance
The primary objective of a Program is to provide
continuous ESD protection. Electrostatic control and
protection entails implementation of Program
requirements during design, production, inspection,
test, storage, shipment, installation, use,
maintenance, replacement and repair functions.
6.0.3. Tailoring
This document, or portions thereof, may not apply to
all applications. Tailoring is accomplished by
evaluating the applicability of each requirement for
the specific application. Upon completion of the
evaluation, requirements may be added, modified or
deleted. Tailoring decisions, including rationale,
shall be documented in the ESD Control Program
Plan (hereafter referred to as the “Plan”).
6.1 ESD CONTROL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATIVE
REQUIREMENTS
6.1.1 ESD Control Program Plan
6.1.1.1. ESD Control Program Plan Requirement
The Organization shall prepare an ESD Control
Program Plan that addresses each of the
requirements of the Program. Those requirements
are: The Plan, Training, Compliance Verification and
ESD Control Program Plan Technical Requirements.
The Plan is the principal document for implementing
and verifying the Program. The goal is a fully
implemented and integrated Program that conforms
to internal quality system requirements. The Plan
shall address the requirements as described herein
and shall apply to all applicable facets of the
Organization’s work. The Plan shall contain the
specific requirements for the organization and be
evolutionary as technologies, processes or
procedures change. If there is a contractual
requirement for device or assembly testing, options
for determining ESD Sensitivity include QPL-19500,
QML-38535, VZAP data or manufacturer’s data
sheets. Efforts to identify and eliminate defects, and
prevent their introduction, shall be a component of
the Plan to reduce the cost and risk associated with
ESD damage.
6.1.1.2. ESD Control Program Plan Guidance
The Plan should describe the scope of the Program;
describe the tasks, activities, and procedures
necessary to protect ESD sensitive items at or
above a specified sensitivity level; identify
organizational responsibilities for the tasks and
activities; and list directive or supportive documents
used in the Program. The Plan should include a
listing of the specific type of ESD protective
materials and equipment used in the Program. A
major element in an effective Plan is the assessment
of the ESD susceptibility of parts, assemblies and
equipment and their required protection levels. A
common method for establishing ESD sensitivity
limits is to use one or more of the three ESD models
used for characterization of electronic items. These
are HBM, MM, and CDM (see Appendix A). The
selection of specific ESD control procedures or
materials is at the option of the Plan preparer and
should be based on risk assessment and the
established electrostatic discharge sensitivities of
parts, assemblies, and equipment. The Plan should
ensure that the Organization and suppliers of ESD
sensitive items have established and implemented a
Program in accordance with this document.
6.1.2. Training Plan
6.1.2.1 Training Plan Requirement
Initial and recurrent ESD awareness and prevention
training shall be provided to all personnel who
handle or otherwise come into contact with any
ESDS items. The type and frequency of ESD
training for personnel shall be defined in the Training
Plan. The Training Plan shall document the
procedures for recording this training in personnel
training records. Training methods and the use of
specific techniques are of the Organization’s option.
The option that is selected shall include an objective
evaluation technique to ensure trainee
comprehension and training adequacy.
6.1.2.2. Training Plan Guidance
Recurrent ESD training for personnel is an integral
part of the Program. ESD training includes initial
and recurrent training required to reinforce program
requirements and modifications based upon
lessons-learned. New technologies and correction
of deficiencies identified during reviews and audits
should also be part of the training process. The
training requirements should be developed in
conjunction with the Organization’s handling
procedures for ESDS parts, assemblies and
equipment.
6.1.3. Compliance Verification Plan
6.1.3.1 Compliance Verification Plan Requirement
A Compliance Verification Plan shall be established
to ensure the organization’s compliance with the
requirements of the Plan. Formal audits or
certifications shall be conducted in accordance with
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