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Lightning Protection (Lightning Rod) Periodic Inspection Report (ZPKR03) and Criteria

Ministry of Labor and Social Security, lightning protection system a mandatory report format for periodic inspectionsZPKR03) and control criteria document (ZPKK03(published. The documents were published on July 18, 2025; 01.09.2025 From [date] onwards, the complete use of this format, both in form and content, is mandatory. The format is based on Article 14/B of the Work Equipment Regulation; the main headings and their order remain unchanged, while the size and layout of the content may be adapted. This page summarizes, based on the documentation, what the criteria are looking for and the sections the report consists of.

Scope and report preparation rules

This document covers the periodic inspections of lightning protection equipment located at the facilities.
An inspection report must be prepared separately for each piece of equipment (such as ESE lightning rods, lightning arresters, Faraday cages, etc.).
The findings of non-conformity can be illustrated with photographs as an appendix to the report.
(Report format) Multiple forms may be used in facilities with a large number of points. Alternatively, only Section 5 of the form may be duplicated.
(Report format) The evaluation is done as “Suitable”, “Not Suitable” and “Not Applicable”.
(Report format) The conclusion and opinion are given as of the date of the periodic inspection, under the existing conditions, with the statement "suitable for use/not suitable for use".
(Report format) Periodic inspection method and scope: TS EN 62305-1 (General Rules), TS EN 62305-2 (Risk Management), TS EN 62305-3 (Physical Damage and Life-Threatening Hazards in Buildings), TS EN 62305-4 (Electrical and Electronic Systems in Buildings), TS 622 Lightning Protection Rules for Buildings, Health and Safety Conditions in the Use of Work Equipment Regulation, Grounding Regulations in Electrical Installations, Electrical Internal Installations Regulation.

Control criteria (ZPKK03)

No	Criterion	What is checked?	Rest
0	Preparation	After checking the general information of the facility to be measured (measurement date, weather conditions, soil conditions, etc.), it is determined whether the facility has a grounding project and whether the lightning protection type is ESE type (active, radioactive), Franklin rod type, or Faraday cage type; it is also stated whether natural components in the building (reinforcement steel in reinforced concrete, steel structure, etc.) are used in the system. A radioactive warning sign should also be looked for on lightning rods suspected of being radioactive; if such a situation is detected, a non-compliance report should be prepared as it is contrary to the Atomic Energy Authority circular.	TS EN 62305
1	Suitability of the lightning protection system in the context of the coverage area it provides protection for.	A lightning protection risk analysis is requested from the employer to determine the lightning protection level; the coverage area is checked according to the protection angle and building height at that protection level. A non-compliance rating is issued in case of an arbitrary protection radius.	TS EN 62305-2 Clause 5
2	Physical suitability of the lightning protection system installation (capture, reduction, grounding installations).	Checks are performed according to the type of lightning protection: Early Current Emitting (ESE) type, Franklin rod, Faraday cage, or natural components.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5
3	Has the protective pipe been installed?	The presence of a protective pipe (a protective structure between the test terminal and ground that protects the grounding conductors) is checked. According to the common content of criteria 3–10, checks are also made on galvanization, oxidation, diameter (31.75 mm or 1 ¼”), wall mounting, insulation of the opening, conductors being inside a PVC hose, and length not exceeding an average of 2.5 m.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
4	Is the protective pipe galvanized?	If there is a protective pipe, it is checked whether it is galvanized against corrosion (common content with criteria 3–10).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
5	Is there any oxidation on the protective tube?	The protective tube is checked for any oxidation (common content with criteria 3–10).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
6	Is the diameter of the protective pipe suitable?	The suitability of the protective pipe diameter (31.75 mm or 1 ¼”) is checked (common content with criteria 3–10).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
7	Is the protective pipe secured to the wall with clamps?	It is checked whether the protective pipe is attached to the wall (common content with criteria 3–10).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
8	Is the opening of the protective pipe covered with an insulating material?	It is checked whether the opening of the protective pipe is covered with an insulating material (common content with criteria 3–10).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
9	Are the conductors inside the protective pipe enclosed in PVC tubing?	The conductors inside the protective pipe are checked to ensure they are contained within PVC tubing (common content according to criteria 3–10).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
10	Protective pipe >250 cm	It is checked whether the length of the protective pipe exceeds an average of 2.5 m (common content with criteria 3–10).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
11	For ESE/Catch Tip type, are the down conductors 2×50 mm² copper or equivalent conductor?	It is checked that the down conductors are copper (2×50 mm²) or have an equivalent cross-section. According to the common content of criteria 11–15, it is also checked that the clamping brackets are made of red cast iron, are free from oxidation, have "S" corners, and that the distance between the clamping brackets is at least 1 m on average.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
12	Are the down conductors for the ESE/Catch Tip type solid copper or equivalent conductor?	It is checked that the down conductors are copper (2×50 mm²) or have an equivalent cross-section (common content with criteria 11–15).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
13	Are the down conductor fixing clips for ESE/Catch Tip type made of red cast iron?	The down conductors' fixing clips are checked to be red cast iron (common content with criteria 11–15).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
14	Is there any oxidation on the mounting clips of the down conductors for the ESE/Catch Tip type?	Oxidation control is performed on the retaining clips of the down conductors (common content with criteria 11–15).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
15	For ESE/Catch Tip type, do the down conductors form an "S" corner?	The corners of the down conductors are checked to see if they form an "S" shape (common content with criteria 11–15).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
16	For ESE/Catch Tip type down conductors, the distance between fixing clamps is approximately 0.5-0.7 m.	The distance between the anchor clamps of the down conductors is checked to ensure it is approximately 0.5-0.7 m; the contents are also checked for copper (2×50 mm²) or equivalent cross-section, red cast iron clamp, oxidation, and corner “S” checks are repeated.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
17	Inspection terminal installation for ESE/Catch Tip type.	It is noted whether an inspection terminal is present and whether it is protected against oxidation; it is checked that it is at least 270 cm above ground and that the distance between the inspection terminal and the protective pipe is 20 cm. In some cases, the inspection terminal may be underground or in a well; inspection terminals may not be present in global grounding systems and Faraday cage systems, and this is noted.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
18	Is the inspection terminal for the ESE/Catch Tip type protected against oxidation?	It is recorded whether the inspection clamp is protected against oxidation (common content with criteria 17–20: at least 270 cm from the ground, distance to the protective pipe 20 cm).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
19	For the ESE/Catch Tip type, is the inspection clamp 270 cm above the ground?	It is checked that the inspection clamp is at least 270 cm above the ground (common content with criteria 17–20).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
20	For ESE/Catch Tip type, is the distance between the inspection terminal and the protective tube 20 cm?	The distance between the inspection terminal and the protective tube is checked to be 20 cm (common content with criteria 17–20).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
21	What is the length/diameter of the roof pole for the ESE/Catch Tip type?	The height/diameter of the roof beam is checked, and the presence of a beam connection clamp is noted. It is ensured that it is securely attached and properly connected. In buildings containing flammable, explosive, or combustible materials, it must be checked whether vertical support bars are present or located outside the hazardous area.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
22	For the ESE/Catch Tip type, is there a pole mounting clamp on the roof pole?	It is noted whether a pole connection clamp is present on the roof pole (content common to criteria 21–24).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
23	For the ESE/Catch Tip type, is the roof pole securely attached to the roof?	Ensure the roof beam is securely attached to the roof (common content with criteria 21–24).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
24	Are the down conductors for the ESE/Catch-End type properly connected to the roof pole?	Ensure that the down conductors are properly connected to the roof pole (common content with criteria 21–24).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
25	For ESE/Catch Tip type, are the down conductors properly attached to the grounding electrodes?	It is checked that the down conductors are properly attached to the grounding electrodes, that they are on the ground after the protective conduit, and that the grounding line has been installed. Since the roof pole to which the ESE type lightning rod mounted on the building roof is attached is connected to the building concrete with steel anchors, it should be checked that its grounding is equipotential with the building.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
26	For ESE/Catch-End type, are the down conductors above ground after the protective conduit?	It is checked that the down conductors are on the ground after the protective conduit; the content also includes checking the proper attachment of the grounding electrodes and whether the grounding line has been installed.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
27	Is there a horizontal trapping system (net) on the roof for the Faraday cage type?	The horizontal capture system (net) installed on the roof or terrace is checked to ensure that its cross-sections conform to the cross-sections given in the standard and that the net has the width specified in the risk analysis; any vertical capture rods in the net are also checked. In buildings containing flammable, explosive, or combustible materials, it must be checked whether vertical capture rods are present or located outside the hazardous area.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
28	For a Faraday cage type roof-mounted horizontal capture system (network), are there enough connections to the downlinks?	For horizontal catchment systems (mesh), at least one step-down device is required every 20 m along the building perimeter, in accordance with the cross-sections given in the standard. Reinforcement bars within reinforced concrete and natural metal structures such as steel structures can be used as step-down devices; for this, the continuity test between the roof mesh and the equipotential busbar must show Rc < 0.2 Ω.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
29	In buildings where equipotential bonding cannot be established, have the spark gaps been checked?	In buildings where equipotential bonding cannot be achieved, the gaps found as a result of spark gap calculations must be checked; it is verified that S > d. d = ki.kc.l/km (S: separation distance, d: spark gap, ki: protection level coefficient, kc: intervening material coefficient, km: coefficient depending on the number of reducers, l: reducer length).	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
30	What is the rod/mast length for a Franklin rod type?	For Franklin rod type, the rod/pole length is checked. For metal poles and structures, a step-down conductor is not required; effective grounding of the metal pole or structure is sufficient.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
31	Are Franklin rod type step-down conductors compliant with the standard?	The following checks are performed: ensuring that the down conductors have a standard cross-section; that the mounting brackets are suitable for the down conductor if natural metal down conductors are not used; checking for oxidation; verifying that the down conductors do not form "S" corners; and ensuring that the distance between mounting brackets is approximately 1 m.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
32	Combining groundings	If other ground electrodes are located less than 2 m from the lightning protection grounding, it must be checked that all ground electrodes are connected to each other; if the distances are between 2 and 20 m, it must be checked that all ground electrodes are connected to each other; if the soil resistivity is higher than 500 Ω.m, it must be checked that ground electrodes with distances greater than 20 m between them are also connected to the lightning protection grounding. In the case of a vertical lightning arrester mounted on the building roof, it must be checked that the grounding of the lightning arrester is equipotential with the building, since the roof pole to which the lightning arrester is attached is connected to the building concrete with steel anchors.	Regulation on Grounding in Electrical Installations, Article 25
33	Have the grounding lines been installed for ESE type lightning rods?	It is checked that the down conductors are properly attached to the grounding electrodes, that they are on the ground after the protective conduit, and that the grounding line has been installed.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
34	Have the grounding lines been installed for Faraday-Franklin type lightning rods?	If down conductors are used, it is checked that the conductor has a standard cross-section and is properly connected to the grounding electrodes and foundation grounding; if natural metal structures are used as down conductors, the connection points of the roof network to the natural components are checked. If the building is entirely steel construction, a catching terminal and down conductor are not required. In structures covered with sandwich panels, if the thermal insulation material is not rock wool, it should be checked that it is considered flammable in the risk analysis.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.3
35	Is the grounding system resistance less than 10 Ω?	The grounding resistance is measured using a method appropriate to the grounding system's configuration, and a declaration of conformity is issued if it is less than 10 Ω; for soils with a resistivity higher than 3000 Ω.m, additional grounding may be recommended in the report. The loop impedance method, the three-terminal comparison method, or the clamp grounding measurement method can be used. The minimum ground conductor thickness is 50 mm² for copper and 90 mm² for steel.	TS EN 62305-3 Clause 5.4.1
36	Surge arrester (Internal Lightning Protection System)	The appropriate withstand current and surge arrester type are checked according to the application.	TS EN 62305-3 Article 6, TS EN 62561, TS EN 61643-11

Limit values and thresholds in the document

Protective pipe diameter: 31.75 mm or 1 ¼” (criterion 3–10 content; report should state 'Is the protective pipe diameter suitable?').
Protective pipe length: exceeding an average of 2.5 m (content of criteria 3–10); criterion 10 heading and report format 'Protective pipe >250 cm'; if 'Protective pipe >250 cm' is not stated in the report, it constitutes a serious defect (ESE 2b).
ESE/Catch-tip type down conductors: copper 2×50 mm² or equivalent cross-section conductor (criteria 11–16; ESE section B in the report; otherwise gross defect ESE 2c).
Distance between down conductor fixing clamps: average 1 m (criteria 11–15 and content 31).
Distance between down conductor fixing clamps/elements: average 0.5-0.7 m (Criteria 16 heading and content; ESE B and Faraday B sections in the report).
The inspection clamp must be at least 270 cm above the ground (criteria 17–20; in the report, ask 'Is the inspection clamp 270 cm above the ground?').
Distance between inspection clamp and protective pipe: 20 cm (criteria 17–20; report ESE section C).
Faraday cage horizontal capture net: at least one downpipe every 20 m along the building perimeter (criterion 28; report Faraday section B).
For natural metal structures to be used as step-down switches, the continuity test between the roof network and the equipotential busbar must be Rc < 0.2 Ω (criterion 28).
Spark gap condition: S＞d, d=ki.kc.l/km (criterion 29).
Other ground electrodes located less than 2 m from lightning protection groundings: all ground electrodes must be interconnected (criterion 32).
Grounding electrode distances between 2 and 20 m: it is checked that all grounding electrodes are connected to each other (criterion 32).
If the soil resistivity is higher than 500 Ω.m, it is checked that ground electrodes spaced more than 20 m apart are also connected to lightning protection grounding (criterion 32).
The report's Faraday section C states that if other ground electrodes are located less than 20 m from lightning protection grounds, it is required that all ground electrodes be equipotential with each other.
Earthing resistance: If less than 10 Ω, a declaration of conformity is issued (criterion 35); if not less than 10 Ω, gross defect (report section 7, ESE 2e and Faraday 3c).
For soils with resistivity higher than 3000 Ω.m, additional grounding may be recommended in the report (criterion 35).
Grounding conductors minimum: 50 mm² for copper, 90 mm² for steel (criterion 35).
Roof pole: Length 6-6.5 m, Diameter 2″ (only in report format ESE section D).

Sections of the report format (ZPKR03)

1. Company Information
2. Equipment Information (2.1. Label and Detail Information; 2.2. Identified Information)
3. Information on Measuring Instruments
4. Control Criteria and Tests (Suitability in Coverage Area Context; Physical Suitability of the Installation / Measurement Method; ESE (Active-Radioactive) Lightning Arrester: A. Protective Pipe, B. Down Conductors, C. Inspection Clamp, D. Roof/Installation Top, E. Grounding System; Faraday Cage: A. Mesh on Roof Terrace, B. Down Conductors, C. Grounding System, D. Internal Lightning Protection System)
5. Explanations of Defects
6. Notes
7. Conclusion and Opinion
8. Information and Approval of the Person Authorized to Conduct Periodic Inspections

The main information requested in the report is:

Company information: Company Name, Periodic Inspection Address, Social Security Registration Number, Report Number, Report Date, OHS-KATIP Contract ID, Periodic Inspection Start Date and Time, Periodic Inspection End Date and Time, Next Periodic Inspection Date.
Periodic Inspection Method and Scope: printed standard/regulation list (TS EN 62305-1/-2/-3/-4, TS 622, Regulation on Health and Safety Conditions in the Use of Work Equipment, Regulation on Grounding in Electrical Installations, Regulation on Electrical Internal Installations).
Label and details: Energy provider; Network type (TT / IT / TN; TN-CS / TN-C / TN-S); Network voltage; Is there a coverage area project for the facility? (Yes/No); Is there a risk analysis? (Yes/No); Project details.
Reason for inspection (Periodic Inspection / Initial Inspection); Grounding electrode type (Ring / Shallow / Foundation / Deep / Undetermined); Building type (Residential / Commercial / Industrial / Other); Intended use of the equipment and grounding electrode type (Segregated Grounding Electron Electron / Unsegregated (Equipotential) Grounding Electron Electron); Date of last inspection; Weather conditions and temperature; Ground moisture content.
Information gathered: Are there any major changes to the installation? (Yes/No); Is there a previous periodic inspection label? (Yes/No); Equipment description; Type of lightning protection system (ESE (Active-Radioactive) Lightning rod / Franklin rod: FRANKLIN / Faraday cage: FARADAY / Natural components (Reinforced concrete, steel structure): NATURAL / Tensioned wire); Protection level (EPS); Building intended use, building details.
Instrument information (separate columns for two devices): Device name, Calibration date, Calibration validity date, Serial number, Calibration number.
Coverage area: 'Is there a lightning protection risk analysis and coverage area project?' and 'Does the defined coverage area for the lightning protection system, installed according to the lightning level, cover the building?'‘
Selection of measurement and verification method: Loop impedance / 3-terminal grounding / Clamp method (with multiple grounding electrodes).
'Evaluation' column for each control criterion (Suitable / Not Suitable / Not Applicable).
Additional questions in the ESE section beyond those in the criteria document: 'If it's a stretched wire, is a step-down conductor used for each wire end?'; 'Is continuity ensured in the step-down conductors? (If not, what is the measurement result in Ω?)'; 'If an LV surge arrester (SSAR) is used, is it used in a coordinated manner? If not, are the cables supplying the main panel and other sub-panels shielded?'; 'Has a grounding line been installed? Is it equipotential with the building grounding?'‘
Faraday cage D. Internal Lightning Protection System: 'Is a suitable surge protector installed in the main distribution panel?' and 'Surge protector type'.
5. Defect Explanations and 6. Notes: free text areas.
7. Conclusion and Opinion: The ruling of 'suitable for use/not suitable for use' and the definition of gross negligence.
8. Authorized person information and confirmation: Full Name, Profession, Authorized Person Registration Number, Signature.
Number of copies: 'This report has been prepared in ………… (numbers).'‘

Defect rating and notes in the document

Notes (last row of the criteria table): The full names, signatures, professional titles, diploma numbers, date and number of those approving the project, project approval validity period, etc., will be added.
Note 1: The degree of defect is indicated by “*” for slightly defective and “**” for defective.
Note 2: The criteria specified in the inspection report may vary depending on the equipment's place of use, purpose, type, model, etc. If the specified risks are not present in the equipment, based on the relevant manufacturing regulations and/or standards, the inspection criteria will not be sought. The decision on whether or not to seek a criterion for that equipment should be made by paying attention to the legislation and/or standard clauses referenced in the standard clause section; the type, model, year of manufacture, etc., of the equipment for which the criterion should be applied should be evaluated according to the legislation and/or standard clauses. The inclusion of a criterion in the inspection report does not mean that it is a mandatory criterion for every piece of equipment.
Note 3: Since the use of radioactive lightning rods is prohibited, it is requested that these lightning rods be removed without any inspection.
Note 4: Although the current standard does not include a typological mounting principle diagram for ESE type lightning rods, these types of lightning rods are considered as vertical capture points. The coverage area of ESE type lightning rods should also be calculated according to the protection angle determined as a result of lightning risk analysis, just like other types.
(Report format) The degree of defect is indicated by “*” for minor defect and “**” for major defect. The evaluation was done as “Suitable”, “Not Suitable” and “Not Applicable”.
(Report format, Definition of Serious Defects 1) Coverage area of the lightning protection system: If the lightning protection coverage area prepared according to the lightning risk analysis does not cover the building or buildings.
(Report format, Definition of Serious Defects 2) Physical deficiencies in the ESE (Active-Radioactive) Lightning Protection section: a) If the conductors inside the protective pipe are not in PVC tubing, b) If the protective pipe is not >250 cm, c) If the down conductors are not 2×50 mm² copper or equivalent conductors, d) If a grounding line is not installed and is not equipotential with the building grounding, e) If the grounding installation resistance is not less than 10 Ω.
(Report format, Definition of Serious Defects 3) Physical non-conformities in the Faraday cage section: a) If the mesh on the roof is larger than the width determined in the risk analysis, b) If the rule regarding the absence of vertical catching rods within the hazardous area, especially in buildings containing flammable, explosive, or combustible materials, is violated, c) If the grounding system resistance is not less than 10 Ω.

The scope of AES Innovation

This inspection is covered by AES Innovation's TÜRKAK accreditation (TS EN ISO/IEC 17020, AB-0631-M). The Ministry requires accredited inspection bodies to include the organization's logo, trade name, and TÜRKAK accreditation mark on their reports in this format.

For the inspection to be carried out, a contract must be drawn up and approved between the employer and the authorized person conducting the inspection via the ISG-KATIP system at least one day prior to the inspection; a report issued without such a contract is invalid.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Since when has the ZPKR03 format been mandatory?

According to the ministry's announcement, as of September 1, 2025, the complete and accurate use of this format, both in terms of form and content, is mandatory during periodic inspections of lightning protection systems.

Can the format's appearance be changed?

The content can be used with the same size and layout as the main headings, but without changing their order.

Is every item in the criteria document required for every piece of equipment?

No. According to the document's note, the criteria may vary depending on the equipment's place of use, purpose, type, and model; whether or not a criterion is required for that equipment is determined by examining the relevant legislation and standard articles.

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