A useful device is the continuous monitor, which tests the wrist strap and static mat connections continuously, and sounds an alarm when there is a problem. If each operator uses such a monitor, the auditor must verify proper operation. If the continuous monitor is not used, the audit must determine that wrist straps are checked daily. The same goes for heel straps, if they are used. If smocks or other ESDP outer clothing are required by the ESD control plan, the auditor must verify that that they are worn properly and checked regularly.
Smocks help to minimize problems with street clothing and possibly hair.
Proper donning of a smock includes securing the smock at the opening and covering of the sleeves. A further precaution is to ground the smock either connecting it to a grounded wrist strap or ground cord at the hip connection to ground when in a stationary position. Smocks also look neat, clean and increase the perception of professionalism and uniformity. The floors in an ESDP area must be checked for surface resistance, especially in the high-traffic areas. Especially check for high traffic areas.