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The text qualified where a metal mast would be permitted to serve as the down conductor. Objective familiarize with major revisions for 2007 nfpa 780. Standard for the installation of lightning protection systems 2017 edition paperback. Nfpa standards are reproduced with nfpa s permission by. For each of these, nfpa 7802020 outlines unique protection guidelines, covering materials, grounding, bonding, concealed systems, corrosion protection, and various other protective measures. Reflecting the latest protection methods, devices, and safety challenges, the 2017 edition of nfpa 780, standard for the installation of lightning protection systems is the new industry benchmark for protecting lives and property from fire and related dangers associated with lightning events. Successfully protested rejection at nfpa annual meeting.
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