16 Aug 2023
EARTH GROUND TESTING… The Methods
By Staff Writer
Poor grounding increases the risk of equipment failure; it is dangerous. Facilities need to have adequately grounded electrical systems so that in the event of a lightning strike, or utility overvoltage, current will find a safe path to earth. There are four types of earth ground testing methods available: Soil Resistivity (using stakes) Fall-of-Potential (using...