Frequently Asked Questions

What is meant by a Release Letter for Personal Use? ↗ What are the testing bodies recognized by ST for issuing Type Test Reports? ↗

Does this Directive apply if a residential building is completed in 2020 while Planning Permission (KM) was obtained before this Directive was issued? ↗ What about existing buildings, for example residential flats or landed terrace houses that are already 30 years old? ↗ Is the installation of a Surge Protective Device (SPD) in a building mandatory? ↗ Is the use of non-conventional lightning protection systems such as Early Steamer Emission (ESE), Charge Transfer System (CTS), and others permitted? ↗ If a building category is not listed, does this mean that building does not need to comply with this Directive? ↗ Can I apply for an exemption from complying with this Directive? ↗ What action can be taken if any party fails to comply with this Directive? ↗ Does this Risk Assessment Report need to be submitted / verified / certified / approved by ST? ↗