How often must long vertical reinforcing steel members have connections to the lightning conductor?

For long vertical reinforcing steel members, it is essential to establish effective connections to the lightning conductor to ensure proper grounding and minimize the risk of lightning strikes. The standard guideline specifies that connections should be made every 200 feet. This ensures that the grounding system is reliable and maintains a low impedance path for lightning discharge, which helps protect structures from lightning damage. Properly spaced connections also help to dissipate the electrical energy safely into the ground, further enhancing the effectiveness of the lightning protection system.