Workshop Practices - Worksheet 2

Electrostatic Discharge

DIRECTIONS:  Answer the following questions.

1.  What do the letters ESD mean?

2.  Why is the reduction or elimination of ESD when working on computers so important?

3.  Give a brief description of ESD.  (What is it?)

4.  List the precautions you should take to reduce damage from ESD when working on a computer system.

5.  How should devices be stored and shipped to prevent ESD damage?

6.  What is an ESD work station?