Jerry White asks a question about whether stainless steel benches in commercial kitchens should be earthed. It has been answered by the NICEIC (Theme – Fire, Safety & Security):

Question: Do freestanding stainless benches have to be earthed in a commercial kitchen installation?
If so, in what manner?
Answer: Generally not. As such benches are neither exposed, nor extraneous conductive parts, they do not require earthing or bonding.
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