##  [Ground Fault](/ground-fault) 

  ##  [Ground Fault](https://engineering.quantumdictionary.io/ground-fault-0) 

  

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Definition

An unintended conductive connection between an energized conductor (or part of a circuit) and earth, an equipment chassis, or another conductive object referenced to earth that allows current to leak from the intended circuit into earth and may create shock or fire hazards and trigger protective devices.