What is the purpose of wrist wraps connected to the ground system?

• A. They are used to connect the person to the ground system.
• B. They generate static electricity.
• C. They replace the need to wear cotton clothing.
• D. They are used only during storage.

Answer: (A)

The idea here is grounding. Wrist wraps connected to the ground system give a direct, low-resistance path for any static charge on your body to flow to earth. By keeping you at earth potential while handling munitions or sensitive equipment, they prevent a static discharge that could ignite materials or damage devices. The wraps don’t generate static electricity, they don’t replace cotton clothing, and they aren’t only used during storage. Their purpose is simply to connect you to the ground so static is safely dissipated.