[This introduction is not part of IEEE Std 837-2002, IEEE Standard for Qualifying Permanent Connections Used in Substation Grounding.] This standard has been written to fill a need for standardization of terminology and test requirements for permanent grounding connections. Many types of connections are available that may be used as permanent grounding connections even though they were designed for use as power connections. This standard has been written to provide a meaningful reproducible test program that will enable connection manufacturers to qualify their products as permanent grounding connections. The users can then be reasonably assured that the qualified permanent grounding connection will be capable of performing satisfactorily over the lifetime of the substation or other installation, however, these tests are not intended for service-aged connections. This standard addresses the parameters for testing grounding connections on aluminum, copper, steel, copper- bonded steel, galvanized steel, stainless steel, and stainless-clad steel.