Lightning strikes can pose significant risk to buildings, electrical systems, and occupants. Lightning protection risk analysis provides a clear understanding of that exposure, enabling informed decisions around protection, system design, and long-term risk mitigation.
Why it’s important
Without proper assessment, lightning and surge events can result in:
- Damage to electrical systems and equipment
- Disruption to operations and supply
- Safety risks to occupants
- Costly repairs and downtime
A structured risk analysis ensures the right level of protection is applied, based on actual exposure rather than assumptions.
How it’s used
LPINZ evaluates each site to determine the level of risk to the building, its contents, and the people within it.
This process typically includes:
- Assessing the likelihood and impact of lightning strikes
- Reviewing site conditions, structure, and system exposure
- Identifying potential surge and grounding risks
- Recommending appropriate lightning and surge protection solutions
Where required, this can also form part of a broader power quality or system audit.
LPINZ capability
LPINZ works closely with clients to design practical and effective protection solutions tailored to each site.
This includes:
- Consultation on protection location, impact, and system integration
- Development of lightning protection and earthing system designs
- Provision of overview plans for review and approval
- Supply and coordination of installation
LPINZ can support projects from initial assessment through to full implementation, including turnkey delivery where required.
The outcome
A structured risk analysis provides clarity and confidence that the right protection is in place.
This results in:
- Reduced risk of damage from lightning and surges
- Improved system resilience and reliability
- Protection of critical equipment and infrastructure
- Greater confidence in compliance and design decisions
- Minimised disruption to operations