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Lightning Protection of Structures, Low Voltage & Signal Systems                                                    

Learn practical lightning protection design and compliance for structures, low voltage and signal systems. Online training for engineers & contractors.

  • Online – Microsoft Teams
  • 23 – 24 February 2026
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    2 CPD  Points
  • Price : R 8 999.00
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Lightning Protection of Structures, Low Voltage & Signal Systems Training

LEARNING OUTCOMES

After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:

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Understand lightning phenomena and its effects on structures and electrical systems

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Interpret the requirements of SANS 62305 for lightning protection

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Conduct lightning risk assessments for buildings and installations

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Design and evaluate external lightning protection systems (LPS)

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Apply surge protection strategies for low voltage and signal systems

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Integrate earthing and bonding systems for effective lightning protection

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Identify common design and installation failures and corrective measures

Fundamentals of Lightning & Risk

  • Nature and characteristics of lightning

  • Types of lightning strikes and induced effects

  • Direct vs indirect lightning impacts

  • Risk exposure for structures and systems

Lightning Protection Standards & Compliance

  • Overview of SANS 62305 (Parts 1–4)

  • Relationship to SANS 10142 and building regulations

  • Legal and insurance considerations

  • Responsibilities of designers, installers, and owners

Lightning Risk Assessment

  • Risk management principles under SANS 62305

  • Risk components and tolerable risk levels

  • Determining Lightning Protection Levels (LPL)

  • Documentation and assessment reporting

External Lightning Protection of Structures

  • Air termination systems (rods, tapes, meshes)

  • Down conductors and routing principles

  • Earth termination systems

  • Separation distance and bonding requirements

Earthing & Bonding Systems

  • Earthing system design principles

  • Equipotential bonding

  • Soil resistivity and earth electrode systems

  • Common earthing errors and best practices

Internal Lightning Protection & Surge Protection

  • Surge Protective Devices (SPD) – Type 1, 2, and 3

  • Protection of low voltage power systems

  • Protection of signal, control, and data lines

  • Zoning concept (LPZ) and equipment coordination

Inspection, Testing & Maintenance

  • Visual inspection requirements

  • Testing of earthing and continuity

  • Maintenance schedules and documentation

  • Compliance verification and handover