Grounding and bonding are essential for safety. They protect personnel and equipment by providing a safe path for fault current. NEC Article 392 governs cable tray grounding requirements. Metallic wire mesh trays must be electrically continuous and properly bonded. Electrical. Cable tray may be used as the Equipment Grounding Conductor (EGC) in any installation where qualified persons will service the installed cable tray system. systems protects both people and. It is essential that the grounding of cable tray systems, including the cables in the tray systems, is inspected for compliance with the grounding requirements in the National Electrical Code (NEC) BEFORE the cabling in the tray is energized and BEFORE cable is installed. If cable is installed. us-trations without notice.