Lightning Protection Institute


Join LPI: Individual
The LPI has several membership categories for individuals. Individuals Who Install If you work for an installation company, you may take our "Master Installer Test Series" of tests. When you pass the first 2 tests, you will be certified as a Journeyman Installer; passing the next 2 tests certifies you as a Master Installer, and passing 1 additional test will certify you as a Master Installer Designer. Click here for information on Certification Testing. Professional Division If you are interested in lightning safety and do not work for an installation company (i.e. engineer, architect, scientist, government agency employee, insurance representative, educator), you may apply for membership in our Professional Division. As a member of the Professional Division, your contact information will be listed on our website. And, persons in the Professional Division are eligible to take our "Designer Inspector Test Series" - 2 tests that will certify you as a Designer Inspector. This certification is available to enhance your credentials by showing a high level of proficiency in lightning protection. Owners looking for risk assessment, inspection services, etc. from qualified individuals may contact you as a certified LPI Designer Inspector. You determine the charges for your services. You will also receive regular updates on the lightning protection industry through our Flash Notes newsletters and LPI Tech Letters, and you will receive a member discount when attending our LPI co-sponsored Annual Conference where experts present information useful to the industry. Click here for more information.