Electrical bonding is the process of connecting metal components and conductive materials within a structure to ensure they share the same electrical potential. This minimizes the risk of electric shock, equipment damage, and fire caused by stray electrical currents. Bonding often involves linking metallic components like pipes, ducts, and structural steel to the grounding system, ensuring a safe pathway for fault currents to flow to the earth. This is a critical safety measure in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems.