What occurs if wires encounter damage during the installation of a conduit with multiple bends?

When wires encounter damage during the installation of a conduit with multiple bends, the focus is primarily on the potential injury to the wires themselves. The physical stresses caused by bending and maneuvering wires into a conduit can lead to abrasion, cuts, or other forms of damage. Each bend in a conduit can create points where wires may be pinched or stretched beyond their limits, which compromises their integrity.

Additionally, damaged wires can expose conductive materials, leading to further complications like short circuits, circuit overloads, or even shock hazards; however, the direct consequence of the installation process itself primarily highlights the physical injury to the wires. Ensuring wires are not damaged during installation is crucial to maintaining safety and functionality in the electrical system.