Lightning Protection Systems

• For protection of the structure, not the electronic equipment in it
  
  
• Systems to protect electronic equipment from lightning surges is separate, and very expensive
  
  
• NFPA 780 has a flow chart used to guide the decision whether or not this system is needed
  
  
• Alternative systems (non-NFPA labeled) intended to prevent lightning strikes, etc.) are highly advertised, but are not proven to be effective, therefore are not recommended