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LPS-48: Lightning Protection

Systems & Maintenance Training

Professional Training. Proven Experience. Ensure Mission Readiness.

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Course Overview

This 4-day course provides technicians with the knowledge and hands-on skills to inspect, test, and maintain Lightning Protection Systems (LPSs) on general purpose, explosive storage, and nuclear facilities. Students gain a deep understanding of lightning characteristics, equivalent protection, and key federal/DoD standards.

4 Days
Comprehensive Training
Includes Site Visit
Real-world Application
End of Course Exam
Certificate of Completion

You Will Learn

  • Lightning characteristics and behavior
  • Components and design of LPSs
  • Inspection, testing, and maintenance techniques
  • Equivalent protection methods
  • Documentation, reporting, and compliance
  • Hands-on field activities and scenarios
  • Application of current standards and guidance
Operational Environments

Specialized Facility Protection & Maintenance

LPS-48 training covers rigorous application standards across critical infrastructure types.

General Purpose Facilities
General Purpose Facilities

Standard commercial, administrative, and operational structures requiring high-reliability lightning mitigation.

Explosive Storage Facilities
Explosive Storage Facilities

High-hazard magazines and ammunition storage requiring specialized bonding and strict DoD safety guidance.

Nuclear Facilities
Nuclear Facilities

Mission-critical nuclear installations requiring zero-failure tolerance, advanced surge suppression, and grounding compliance.

Standards Covered

  • DAFMAN 32-1065
  • UFC 3-575-01
  • UFC 3-520-01
  • NFPA 780
  • UL 1149 (rev 5)
  • DESR 6055.09 / DAFMAN 92-201

Who Should Attend

Electricians • Facility Managers • USAF Airmen • Engineers • Maintenance Personnel • Safety Professionals • Anyone responsible for LPS compliance and maintenance

Mark Butler - Owner and Instructor
Owner / Instructor

Mark Butler

  • 27 Years of Experience
  • Retired USAF Airman
  • 16 Years Civil Service (Department of War)
Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Trusted across military bases, federal entities, and high-reliability industrial workspaces.

"With 19 years in the electrical career field as a USAF Senior Master Sergeant, I hold technical training to the highest standard. Having worked directly under Mark, I've witnessed his expertise and ability to turn complex requirements into practical knowledge. From MAJCOM-level nuclear surety inspections to conventional and nuclear LPS programs and B-21 facility design reviews, Mark's experience is second to none. Patriot Lighting Solutions, LLC has my full endorsement"

SMSgt Blake Meyer
Operations Superintendant, USAF

"I have worked closely with Mr. Butler since 2007. Through the years, I have been deeply impressed by his technical expertise and professionalism, his commitment to mentoring and his contributions in the field of Lightning Protection. I witnessed Mark's dedication and leadership at work, when he, as Foreman, led a large Civil Engineer Electrical Systems Shop for a decade. His side-by-side work with his crews built a system of trust as they learned from him and began teaching their own subordinates. He has contributed to tri-year updates in military and commercial procedures as electronics have become more sensitive and is focused on remaining on the edge of new guidance as IEEE, et.al., improve lightning protection and will pass these changes to his students and those he mentors, through future updates. His constant involvement with the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC), has resulted in identifying deviations in multiple designs, ensuring that those designs are compliant with current guidance, protecting both ordinary and explosives facilities, and preparing the beddown of GEN VI aircraft which support two-way data sharing with intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) platforms. I have reviewed his thorough four-day LPS training curriculum in depth. Not only does it provide lightning basics and theory, it provides on-site guidance focusing on testing and inspections. Reviews are thorough, contributing to healthy discussion and a good, overall knowledge of the material, construction methods and testing & acceptance requirements established in NFPA 780, applicable DAFMANs, UFCs and relative explosives training in DESR 6055.09. With this attention to detail and reputation, he and this Patriot Lightning Solutions team/course have my full endorsement. "

Joanie Campbell
Air Force Electrical Controls Systems Engineer

"I've know Mark for almost 25 years. He's always been a go getter and he holds a thirst for knowledge. He learns new things quickly and is on top of changes as they come. He's a great trainer and has trained probably hundreds of technicians by now on LPS, high and low voltage systems, cathodics, etc. Stand up guy and true professional at everything he does."

Mark Lawrence.
Electrical Systems Foreman, Grand Forks AFB, ND

"As a 27-year electrical professional and Air Force Chief, I hold training to the highest standard. Having worked with Mark both on active duty and as a veteran, I know firsthand his technical mastery and exceptional teaching ability. Patriot Lightning Solutions delivers elite, real-world instruction from a proven professional. Mark has my full endorsement."

Demond Ingram
CMSgt, USAF

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