1 Scope
2 References
3 Definitions
4 Abbreviations and acronyms
5 General considerations
5.1 Effects related to power lines and electric traction systems
5.2 Effects related to lightning effects
5.3 Methods of protection
5.4 Surge protective devices and surge protective components
5.5 Residual effects
5.6 Risk management
5.7 Protection principles
5.8 Decision on protection
6 Protection of telecommunication lines
6.1 Protective measures external to the conductors themselves
6.2 Special cables and protective systems
6.3 Use of protective devices
6.4 Installation of protective devices
7 Protection of exchange and transmission equipment
7.1 Need for protection external to the equipment
7.2 Need for equipment to have a minimum level of electrical
robustness
7.3 Effect of switching conditions
8 Protection in access networks
8.1 Degree of exposure
8.2 Use of SPDs and SPCs
8.3 Equipotential bonding
8.4 High isolation techniques
8.5 National regulations
8.6 Maintenance of installations
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