Operator Charge Generation, also called “The Walking Test” measures the effectiveness of a flooring/footwear system to remove charges from the operator through
the flooring. The 2014 version of the ESDA’s S20.20 requires Operator Charge Generation measurements to qualify all combinations of flooring and footwear used for
ESD control. A Flooring/Footwear Assessment performed by a Desco sales rep will help establish a baseline for the flooring/footwear portion of an ESD Control Plan.