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Proper grounding and bonding prevent unwanted voltage on non-current-carrying metal objects, such as tool and appliance casings, raceways, and enclosures, as well as facilitate the correct operation of overcurrent devices. But beware of wiring everything to a ground rod and considering the job well done. There are certain subtleties you must follow to adhere to applicable NEC rules and provide safe installations to the public and working personnel. Although the ground theory is a vast subject, on which whole volumes have been written, David Herres, in his article in EC& M magazine, asks us to take a look at some of the 10 most common grounding errors you may run into on a daily basis. The first is:
