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NFPA 780: Standard for the Installation of Lightning Protection Systems, 2023
- Chapter 1 Administration [Go to Page]
- 1.1 Scope.
- 1.2 Purpose.
- 1.3 Listed, Labeled, or Approved Components.
- 1.4 Retroactivity.
- 1.5 Mechanical Execution of Work.
- 1.6 Maintenance.
- 1.7 Periodic Inspection.
- 1.8 Units of Measurement.
- Chapter 2 Referenced Publications [Go to Page]
- 2.1 General.
- 2.2 NFPA Publications.
- 2.3 Other Publications.
- 2.4 References for Extracts in Mandatory Sections.
- Chapter 3 Definitions [Go to Page]
- 3.1 General.
- 3.2 NFPA Official Definitions.
- 3.3 General Definitions.
- Chapter 4 General Requirements [Go to Page]
- 4.1 General.
- 4.2 Materials.
- 4.3 Corrosion Protection.
- 4.4 Mechanical Damage or Displacement.
- 4.5 Strike Termination Devices.
- 4.6 Strike Termination Devices on Roofs.
- 4.7 Zones of Protection.
- 4.8 Conductors.
- 4.9 Conductor Fasteners.
- 4.10 Masonry Anchors.
- 4.11 Connector FittingsConnectors.
- 4.12 Grounding Electrodes.
- 4.13 Common Bonding of Grounded Systems.
- 4.14 Potential Equalization.
- 4.15 Bonding of Metal Bodies.
- 4.16 Metal Antenna Masts and Supports.
- 4.17 Concealed Systems.
- 4.18 Structural Metallic Systems.
- 4.19 Surge Protection.
- Chapter 5 Protection for Miscellaneous Structures and Special Occupancies [Go to Page]
- 5.1 General.
- 5.2 Masts, Spires, Flagpoles.
- 5.3 Facilities That Handle or Process Combustible or Explosive Dust.
- 5.4 Metal Towers and Tanks.
- 5.5 Air-Inflated Structures.
- 5.6 Concrete Tanks and Silos.
- 5.7 Guyed Structures.
- 5.8 Roof TopRooftop Helipads.
- 5.9 Fabric Structures.
- Chapter 6 Protection for Heavy-Duty Stacks [Go to Page]
- 6.1 General.
- 6.2 Materials.
- 6.3 Strike Termination Devices.
- 6.4 Conductors.
- 6.5 Fasteners.
- 6.6 Splices.
- 6.7 Reinforced Concrete Stacks.
- 6.8 Bonding of Metal Bodies.
- 6.9 Grounding.
- 6.10 Metal Stacks.
- 6.11 Metal Guy Wires and Cables.
- Chapter 7 Protection for Structures Containing Flammable Vapors, Flammable Gases, or Liquids That Can Give Off Flammable Vapors [Go to Page]
- 7.1 Applicability.
- 7.2 Principles of Protection.
- 7.3 Protective Measures.
- 7.4 Protection of Specific Classes of StructuresOperating Facilities (Non-Storage Applications).
- 7.5 Storage Tanks Under Pressure.
- 7.6 Aboveground Tanks at Atmospheric Pressure Containing Flammable Vapors or Liquids That Give Off Flammable Vapors.
- 7.7 Earthen Containers at Atmospheric Pressure Containing Flammable Vapors or Liquids That Give Off Flammable Vapors.
- 7.8 Tank Batteries.
- Chapter 8 Protection of Structures Housing Explosive Materials [Go to Page]
- 8.1 Application.
- 8.2 General.
- 8.3 Types of Lightning Protection.
- 8.4 Grounding.
- 8.5 Bonding.
- 8.6 Surge Protection.
- 8.7 Protection for Specific Facilities.
- 8.8 Metallic Fences.
- 8.9 Maintenance and Inspection Plan.
- 8.10 Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance.
- Chapter 9 Protection for Wind Turbines [Go to Page]
- 9.1 General.
- 9.2 Fundamental Principles of Protection.
- 9.3 Protection of Electrical and Mechanical Control Systems.
- 9.4 Grounding.
- Chapter 10 Protection for Watercraft [Go to Page]
- 10.1 General.
- 10.2 Materials.
- 10.3 Strike Termination.
- 10.4 Conductors.
- 10.5 Grounding.
- Chapter 11 Protection for Airfield Lighting Circuits [Go to Page]
- 11.1 General.
- 11.2 Application.
- 11.3 Purpose.
- 11.4 Airfield Lighting Counterpoise System.
- Chapter 12 Protection for Solar Arrays [Go to Page]
- 12.1 General.
- 12.2 Fundamental Principles of Protection.
- 12.3 Strike Termination Devices.
- 12.4 Protection of Electrical and Mechanical Systems.
- 12.5 Grounding.
- Annex A Explanatory Material
- Annex B Principles of Lightning Protection
- Annex C Explanation of Bonding Principles
- Annex D Inspection and Maintenance of Lightning Protection Systems
- Annex E Ground Measurement Techniques
- Annex F Protection for Trees
- Annex G Protection for Picnic Grounds, Playgrounds, Ball Parks, and Other Open Places
- Annex H Protection for Livestock in Fields
- Annex I Protection for Parked Aircraft
- Annex J Protection of Smart Structures
- Annex K Guide to International Standards Dealing with the Selection of SPDs for Use on Photovoltaic (PV) Installations
- Annex L Lightning Risk Assessment
- Annex M Guide for Personal Safety from Lightning
- Annex N Considerations for Nonmetallic Tanks Containing Flammable Vapors or Liquids that Give Off Flammable Vapors
- Annex O Informational References [Go to Page]
