Lightning,
A Few Things Ben Franklin Forgot To Mention!

A Public Safety Presentation by

Michael G. Pinion, P.E.

In cooperation with the following organizations:

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Location	Date & Time	Room
Richmond Claims Association	March 23, 2003 2:00 –3:00 P.M.	Midtown Inn and Conference Center
Central Virginia Fire Arson Association	August 13, 2003 8:00 A.M.	Chesterfield Fire Training Center
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Presentation Outline

Introduction
What is Lightning?
Effects Signs of Lightning Damage
Industry Standards For Protection
Conclusions
Questions & Answers

Instructor

Mr. Pinion is a Professional Engineer, a member of the Adjunct Faculty of JSRCC, a consulting engineer and a holds a Master of Science in Systems Engineering & a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Tech. Questions can be addressed to PinionMG at ECubedEngineering.com

Summary of Presentation

Lightning is a MAJOR release of energy.
Results in burned electrical insulation or arc over in conductors.
Damages are significant costs.
Growth of microprocessor devices will accelerate costs if protection is not standard practice.
Standards provide installation details.