A technician is setting up a new workstation in an area where high static electricity is a concern. Which of the following is the BEST way to protect the equipment from electrostatic discharge?
Place the equipment on an ESD mat that is grounded.
Use non-conductive tools while working on the equipment.
Store the equipment in antistatic bags when not in use.
Wear a wrist strap without attaching it to a grounded surface.
Keep the equipment in an area with a high humidity level to prevent static build-up.
Grounding the equipment is the most effective way to protect sensitive electronic components from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Using a properly grounded ESD mat provides a path for static electricity to flow safely to ground instead of discharging through the electronic components.
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