Lightning Protection of Buildings: Its Types, Solutions and Choice Options

Abstract Lightning safety in private and public buildings is a seriously evaluated issue that requires an appropriate safe long-term solution to protect property from destruction during or due the consequences of lightning strike. Relatively easy-to-replace home appliances such as TV-set vacuum cleaner, larger more expensive heat pump, alarm system antennas can be damaged The aim study explore ways protection develop recommendations for its effective use. part set electrical assembly fire measures property, which are performed construction renovation installation thereof determined by regulatory framework Republic Latvia. Over time, two types systems have been developed: classic passive system, which, if hit lightning, captures drains charge generated ground, active attracts electricity with energy itself then ground. Consequently, both considered their advantages disadvantages, so it necessary assess choice most on case-by-case basis, also taking into account criteria complexity building project, size accessibility protected area cost each individual site.