ANSI ESD STM-9.1-2006 pdf download Footwear Resistive Characterizations (not to include heel straps and toe grounders)
1.2 Scope
This standard relies on electrical resistance measurements tilizing common electrical instruments to provide a means of evaluating footwear. This standard excludes heel straps, toe grounders, etc.
1.3 Application
This standard is intended to be used in the qualification of static control footwear.
2.0 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS
ESD ADV 1.0, ESD Association Glossary of Terms 1
ANSI/ESD S7.1, Floor Materials – Characterization of Materials’
ANSI/ESD S20.20，Development of an Electrostatic Discharge Control Program for – Protection of Electrical and Electronic Parts, Assemblies and Equipment (Excluding Electrically Initiated Explosive Devices)
ASTM D.257, Standard Test Methods for D-C Resistance or Conductance of Insulating Materials’
3.0 DEFINITION OF TERMS
The following definition shall apply for the purposes of this standard in addition to those specified in the ESD Association Glossary of Terms:
Static Control Footwear (Footwear). Coverings for the human foot that have properties to dissipate static charge when used in conjunction with a static control floor or floor surface as defined in ANSI/ESD S7.1.
4.0 PERSONNEL SAFETY
4.1 The procedures and equipment described in this document may expose personnel to hazardous electrical conditions. Users of this document are responsible for selecting equipment that complies with applicable laws, regulatory codes and external and intermal policy. Users are cautioned that this document cannot replace or supercede any requirements for personnel safety.
The ultimate responsibility for personnel safety resides with the end user of this document.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) and other safety protection should be considered wherever personnel might come into contact with electrical sources.
Electrical hazard reduction practices should be exercised and proper grounding instructions for the equipment must be followed when performing these tests.