Lightning protection and earthing seminars

31 October 2007 Circuit & System Protection

Lightning activity is a major threat to industrial and commercial installations, and to human safety. Effective application of sound engineering techniques can however reduce and manage these risks. "The availability of effective lightning protection and earthing solutions for infrastructure and industry is therefore of critical importance," according to Ian McKechnie, MD of Innopro, specialist consultants and solution providers in earthing and lightning protection.

With this in mind, Innopro, in association with Wits University, is presenting one-day industry-briefing seminars on 'Best Practices in Lightning Protection and Earthing of Structures and Systems' at various venues around the country in November 2007. These seminars are accredited for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) by Wits University, and attendees will earn one credit in the compulsory Category 1.

McKechnie noted that the briefing seminars are aimed at industry practitioners at all levels and will be beneficial to all persons involved in the design, management, insurance, risk assessment and/or maintenance of infrastructure and systems that can be affected or influenced by lightning and related electromagnetic interference. He added that a formal technical qualification is not a prerequisite for attendance or for gaining benefit from the seminar.

Seminar dates are Rustenburg (8 November), Centurion (15 November), Richards Bay (22 November), Durban (23 November) and Bloemfontein (27 November). Limited space is available at the seminars and pre-booking is essential.

For more information contact Innopro, +27 (0)12 667 5151, [email protected]

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