The following methods can be used for protecting appliances and circuits against electrostatic discharges:

• Making surfaces on packages and containers for transporting vulnerable instruments conductive to prevent or to dissipate static buildup.
• Grounding conductive work surfaces.
• Requiring handlers to wear grounded, conductive wrist straps and conductive outer garments.
• Maintaining at least fifty percent relative humidity and active air ionization (static charges) in the work zone.