What is an ESD Audit?
An ESD Audit (Electrostatic Discharge Audit) is a systematic evaluation of your workplace’s compliance with ESD safety standards. It involves inspecting personnel, workstations, tools, flooring, packaging, and environmental conditions to identify potential risks of static discharge. The goal is to ensure that your facility follows best practices for electrostatic protection and that your ESD control program is effective and up to date.
Why is ESD Auditing Important?
Static electricity, although seemingly harmless, can be extremely destructive in sensitive environments like electronics manufacturing, cleanrooms, data centers, and pharmaceutical labs. A single electrostatic discharge can destroy or degrade sensitive components, result in costly downtime, or lead to product recalls.
By performing regular ESD audits, you can:
- Identify and eliminate hidden sources of static.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ANSI/ESD S20.20.
- Improve the lifespan and performance of sensitive electronic devices.
- Avoid financial losses due to ESD damage.
- Maintain quality assurance and customer trust.
What Does an ESD Audit Cover?
At Pb Statclean Solution Pvt. Ltd., we offer comprehensive ESD audits that include the following key areas:
1. Personnel Grounding
We assess wrist straps, heel straps, footwear, and ESD garments to ensure that every employee is grounded when handling static-sensitive devices.
2. Workstation Evaluation
We inspect ESD-safe workbenches, mats, grounding cords, and tools for proper functionality and compliance with safety standards.
3. Flooring and Seating
ESD-safe flooring is critical. We test conductivity, resistance values, and connection to the grounding system. ESD chairs are also inspected for static buildup resistance.
4. Environmental Conditions
Humidity levels play a vital role in static generation. We verify temperature and humidity levels to ensure they are within safe limits (typically 40-60% RH).
5. ESD Packaging and Storage
All packaging materials such as shielding bags, trays, bins, and containers are checked to ensure they provide adequate protection against electrostatic discharge.
6. Tools and Equipment
Soldering irons, test instruments, and handling tools are tested for leakage and grounding effectiveness.
7. Signage and Awareness
We check for the presence of appropriate ESD signage, warning labels, and employee awareness programs.
Benefits of Getting an ESD Audit by Pb Statclean Solution Pvt. Ltd.
When you partner with us for ESD auditing, you get:
- A detailed compliance report with pass/fail results
- Root cause analysis of any issues found
- Recommendations for corrective action
- On-site staff training and awareness sessions
- Post-audit support and supply of certified ESD control products
Our audits are performed by qualified professionals using calibrated ESD audit tools and instruments. We help you build a strong foundation for your ESD control program and ensure long-term protection against electrostatic damage.
Industries We Serve
- Electronics & Semiconductor
- Aerospace & Defense
- Medical Device Manufacturing
- Automotive Electronics
- Pharmaceutical Labs
- Telecom & IT Hardware Facilities
ESD Audit Standards We Follow
- ANSI/ESD S20.20
- IEC 61340-5-1
- ISO 14644 (for cleanroom environments)
- Client-specific protocols
When Should You Conduct an ESD Audit?
- Annually, as part of your preventive maintenance
- When installing or upgrading ESD control systems
- After any ESD failure incident
- During internal or external quality audits
- Before customer/vendor inspections
Conclusion: Take Static Control Seriously
In today’s precision-driven industries, even the smallest ESD incident can have a domino effect on production, reliability, and brand reputation. An ESD Audit is not just a checklist—it is a vital quality assurance tool.
At Pb Statclean Solution Pvt. Ltd., we are committed to providing expert audits and premium ESD protection products that safeguard your facility and your investments.
FAQs – ESD Audit by Pb Statclean Solution Pvt. Ltd.
Q1. What is an ESD Audit?
An ESD Audit is a systematic inspection of your workplace to assess the effectiveness of your Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) control measures. It involves testing personnel grounding, workstations, flooring, environmental conditions, and equipment to ensure compliance with ESD safety standards.
Q2. Why does my company need an ESD audit?
If your facility handles sensitive electronic components or operates in cleanroom or pharmaceutical environments, an ESD audit helps you prevent static-related damage, comply with international standards, and ensure product reliability.
Q3. How often should we perform an ESD audit?
It is recommended to perform a comprehensive ESD audit at least once a year, or more frequently if you’re upgrading systems, switching vendors, facing repeated ESD failures, or preparing for third-party inspections.
Q4. Who performs the ESD audits at Pb Statclean Solution Pvt. Ltd.?
Our ESD audits are conducted by experienced professionals trained in ESD safety and equipped with calibrated instruments. We follow globally recognized standards like ANSI/ESD S20.20 and IEC 61340-5-1.
Q5. What tools and equipment are used during the audit?
We use precision audit tools such as surface resistance meters, wrist strap testers, footwear testers, humidity sensors, and ionization testers to evaluate static control effectiveness across your facility.
Q6. What industries benefit the most from an ESD audit?
Industries such as electronics manufacturing, semiconductors, aerospace, defense, medical devices, automotive electronics, and pharmaceuticals greatly benefit from regular ESD audits to maintain product quality and reliability.
Q7. Will I get a report after the audit?
Yes. After the audit, we provide a detailed report outlining compliance status, test results, areas of concern, root cause analysis, and recommended corrective actions to enhance your ESD safety program.
Q8. Can you help us fix ESD issues found during the audit?
Absolutely. We not only identify the issues but also provide end-to-end support including supply of ESD-safe products, setup improvements, and personnel training to bring your facility up to standard.
Q9. What ESD standards do you follow during the audit?
We follow international standards like ANSI/ESD S20.20, IEC 61340-5-1, and ISO 14644 for cleanrooms, ensuring your facility is compliant with globally accepted static control protocols.
Q10. How do I book an ESD audit with Pb Statclean Solution Pvt. Ltd.?
You can contact us via phone or email, or use our website’s contact form to schedule a site visit. Our team will coordinate a convenient time for the audit and guide you through the process.