INTRODUCTION FOR BASIC ESD CONTROL (IEC 61340-5-1)
Why is Individual ESD Control Certification Needed?
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) failures continue to cost electronics manufacturers millions every year. A damaged wafer, die, or component might cost just cents or thousands of dollars. If the failure happens in the field, costs multiply by ten.
ESD impacts:
- Production yields
- Product quality
- Reliability in the field
- Customer satisfaction
- Overall profitability
Industry standards like IEC 61340-5-1 require:
- An effective ESD control program
- Initial and recurring ESD training
- Complete training records for anyone handling ESD-sensitive items
- Certification ensures everyone understands the risks and follows proper controls — protecting your product, reputation, and profits.
The Workshops Will Help You:
- Understand the impact of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) in the electronics environment
- Identify and determine Electrostatic Overstress (EOS) and ESD-related problems
- Establish and implement effective techniques to measure, audit, and assess your plant and ESD Control Plan
- Develop, implement, and verify an ESD Control Plan aligned with IEC 61340-5-1 standards
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
This ESD training workshop will equip you to:
- Understand how ESD affects the electronics manufacturing environment
- Identify Electrostatic Overstress (EOS) and other ESD-related issues
- Apply measurement and audit techniques to evaluate your plant and ESD control systems
- Develop and implement a robust ESD Control Plan in line with IEC 61340-5-1
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this 2-day ESD training, participants will be able to:
- Explain the causes, effects, and risks of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) in electronic environments
- Interpret and apply IEC 61340-5-1 standards in workplace procedures
- Differentiate between ESD and EOS failures and troubleshoot related process issues
- Perform compliance verification and process audits for ESD-sensitive areas
- Design and implement an Electrostatic Protected Area (EPA) within a facility
- Evaluate and select appropriate ESD control products and materials
- Develop, document, and maintain an effective ESD Control Plan aligned with industry standards
- Educate and train team members on ESD awareness and best practices
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This workshop is ideal for:
- Managers, Engineers, Technicians, and Supervisors
- Any personnel handling ESD-sensitive components
- Industries: Semiconductor, PCB Assembly, Disk Drive, Wafer Fabrication, Fiber Optics, and Electronics Manufacturing
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
The seminar consists of two intensive days of training designed to build a solid foundation in ESD control and compliance, supported by hands-on learning sessions.
Day 1: Fundamentals of ESD Control
- Gain insight into tribo-electric charging and failure mechanisms
- Understand the critical need for an ESD Control Plan
- Learn Measurement & Audit techniques for:
- Qualification vs. Compliance Verification
- Applications within manufacturing environments
Day 2: Electrostatic Calculations & Standards Review
- Electrostatic calculations and understanding fundamental electrical characteristics
- Introduction to ESDA Standards and Standard Test Methods
- Preparation for implementing IEC 61340-5-1 ESD Controls
Hands-on Tutorials – Practical Applications in EPAs (Electrostatic Protected Areas):
- Resistance measurements of materials and equipment
- Measurement of charging on surfaces and personnel
- Personnel grounding methods and compliance verification
- Facility or process tour — end-to-end evaluation
- Detailed assessment of all ESD-sensitive areas and elements in the facility or process
By the end of this workshop, participants will have the knowledge and skills to implement, verify, and audit an effective ESD Control Program aligned with IEC 61340-5-1 standards — protecting your products, improving reliability, and ensuring industry compliance.
COURSE CONTENTS
Day 1:
9.00 A.M. – 12.00P.M.
- Advanced ESD Basics & Calculations
- Standards, Product Evaluation & Measurements
- Technical Trends & Concerns
- Overview of IEC 61340-5-1
- Selecting & Qualifying ESD Products & Materials
- Review of reference standard documents
1.00 P.M. to 5.00 P.M.
- EPA Design Considerations
- General Grounding Options
- Personnel Grounding Options
- EPA Control Elements
- Basic vs. Complex Design
- Detailed Review & Discussion of Control Options, including Pro’s and Con’s
- ESD Packaging Considerations
- Compliance Verification Assessments
- Personnel Training Issues & Considerations
Day 2:
9.00 A.M. to 12.00 P.M.
- ESD Program Overview & Checklist
- Process Capability Assessment Techniques
- Process Troubleshooting Techniques
- Supplier Auditing Procedures
1.00 P.M. to 5.00 P.M.
- ESD control plan
- ESD review on process & design control on production floor
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