The complete functionality of a Lightning Protection System (LPS) is paramount. The day the LPS is installed and or the day it’s turned over to the owner, based on inspection, should be in order. Post installation, oftentimes times, the maintenance of the LPS is neglected. When the NFPA 780 installation standard is being used, the recommended guidelines for the maintenance of the lightning protection system must be provided to the owner after installation. We recommend being provided with maintenance information regardless of the LPS standard used.

The intervals and testing methods vary based on the installation standard used. We have the experience and knowledge to provide a 3-point fall of potential tests based on any standard. A sketch must be provided at a minimum when providing the test results. We provide this sketch and an interactive web-based map. The map can also be used as a GPS to ensure we are constantly testing/inspecting the same asset. This feature can also be used to track deficiencies in the system if there are any. For example, if we say DC1 has an error, the GPS/map could be used to ensure DC1 is the proper DC under review. 

Terms like DC or PAT come from the Test Plan or the CAP. Each report will come with a legend to show what each abbreviation stands for and why each is included within the report. The report will also include section summaries of the assets to see where the LPS is most deficient.