Lightning protection installation
Installation
Not only do Omega’s customers benefit from our survey and design services, but also from our directly employed experienced installation team of 100 plus NVQ level 2 and 3 engineers; operating nationwide from our regional branch network. Our SSSTS and HSG47 trained engineers have the knowledge and experience to install your lightning protection system; in a safe, competent and efficient manner.
Omega engineers have the competence and experience to install lightning protection systems for a wide range of market sectors; including government, local authority, industrial, manufacturing, commercial, retail, infrastructure, transportation, utilities and renewable energies.
Omega engineers hold the following competencies:
- Basic Electrical Safety Competence (BESC)
- Client Contractor National Safety Group (CCNSG)
- Confined space trained and accredited
- Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS)
- HSG47 safe digging practices
- National Grid Competent Persons
- Personal Track Safety (PTS)
- Safety, Health and Environmental Awareness (SHEA)
- Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)
- Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)
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