This part of IEC 60479 summarizes the basic parameters for lightning and its variability insofar as they apply to human beings and livestock.

The possible direct and indirect interactions of strikes with bodies of living beings are indicated.

The resulting effects caused by lightning currents for the organism are described.

This document shows the differences of effects on human beings and livestock due to lightningstrokes versus those effects of electric shocks derived from electrical systems.Cross References:IEC 60479-1IEC 60479-2:2019IEC TR 62713:2013IEC 62305-1:2010IEC 62305 (all parts)IEC 62858IEC TR 60479-3