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Is a steel frame safe when exposed to a live electric wire? What about lightning?

April 26, 2017electric frame lightning live safe steel wire

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Is a steel frame safe when exposed to a live electric wire? What about lightning?

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Correctly installed steel frames are safe because they are earthed and it is a requirement that all new housing be fitted with circuit breaking safety devices. Lightning has less effect on a steel framed home as the steel creates a positive earth allowing the energy to conduct straight to the ground.