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Digest 428 Protecting buildings against lightning
Publication Year
1998
Document Status
Archived
Abstract
The average number of days each year during which thunderstorms may occur across the UK is between 5 and 20. This figure can double over an 11-year period due to the sunspot cycle. A lightning protection system (LPS) for any structure must be considered to be a sensible precaution, but its installation is particularly important where there is a clear risk to life, the structure or its contents are irreplaceable, or essential services could be affected. This Digest gives guidance on calculating the risk of a building being struck by lightening. It describes the principles of designing LPS for new and existing buildings.
Document History
Whilst this publication can still be purchased some of the information in it has been superseded by more recent research and standards. The BRE Group does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for any loss or damage, including - without limitation - indirect or consequential loss or damage arising from use, or loss of use, of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this document.
ISBN
9781860811302
Publisher Information
BRE
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