Reduce the risk without pretending certainty

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Asked whether a large power unit can stop lightning damage, Dr. Dave refuses a guarantee, describes unpredictable damage he has seen and gives his broader 80-20 rule: build a rational hierarchy of worries and use strong protection without pretending any measure is absolute.

1:31 · Consulting Philosophy

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Proposed recording date: 2009-03-07. The exact broadcast date may differ.

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