1. Let's explore the issue

Begin with a meticulous due diligence assessment to understand the lightning performance of your line.

• Why are LSAs necessary for your project? Have you considered alternative mitigation strategies?

• Define your objectives and budget. What financial impact do outages have annually?

• We'll work to optimize your budget for effective implementation.

• Assess your confidence in the field data, such as grounding conditions and classified lightning outages.

• Is there a novel perspective to consider? Are there analogous cases in other countries to learn from?

2. Consider best practices and the latest technologies

LSAs are cost-effective for reducing lightning-induced outages, yet essential considerations may remain unaddressed.

• Is this your initial LSA implementation? What's your long-term outlook?

• We aim to streamline processes and integrate technical specifications seamlessly.

• Are you up-to-date with the latest IEC/IEEE standards and CIGRE recommendations?

• Discuss the commonality of live line installation/maintenance in your network.

• Address concerns about LSA reliability and service life confidence.

• Explore ways to extend LSA lifespan. Should you monitor them?

• Evaluate if your procurement process aligns with your goals.

• Consider comprehensive system studies or simulations for optimal LSA placement and rating.

3. Proactively follow up on project execution

Ensure contractual obligations lead to a smooth project flow.

• Do acceptance test requirements meet the expectations of your asset and maintenance team?

• For projects with large volumes, how will the manufacturing process be controlled?

• Consider a more active role in monitoring QA/QC activities, from supplier inspections to factory acceptance tests.