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Accurate Utility Mapping in Telecommunications
As we look to the future, accurate utility mapping needs to be non-negotiable. When done well, it...
Albuquerque Stops Fiber Installation
The City of Albuquerque recently issued licensee agreements for multiple fiber optic providers as a...
2025 Q4 Damage Prevention Hero: The Man Behind the Monster Jam PSA Opportunity: Crescencio Gonzalez
Crescencio Gonzalez, Public Awareness Specialist at CenterPoint Energy, has been named the...
The Importance of Stakeholder Engagement in Damage Prevention
There is no question the 811 process is under pressure. The Digital Revolution, which has sparked a...
Potholing to the Depth You'll Be Digging
Potholing, a practice that is not new to the industry but not always in proper use, is an important...
Just Doing What I Was Supposed to Do
Recently, I hooked up with Brian Berch, President of B & T Construction headquartered in Pearl,...
There is a Blind Spot in Your Damage Prevention
Even before the 811 system was created in 2005, utility damage prevention worked the same way.The...
2024 Damage Prevention Hero of the Year
Are You Trying to Reach Farmers?
In the sprawling landscapes of American agriculture, reaching farmers and ranchers with critical...
Tips for Locating Underground Utilities Before Excavation Work
Municipal infrastructure managers and maintenance crew chiefs face growing challenges when it comes...
New Report Challenges National Excavation Readiness Narrative
Aii and Virginia 811 release data-driven white paper urging transparency, nuance, and reform in...
Enforcing Accountability: Defending Utility Damage Claims When the Excavator Is Not at Fault
In today’s excavation landscape, defending against utility damage claims hinges not just on good...
Enforcement as a Catalyst: Advancing Damage Prevention Through Policy Innovation
Rules and regulations are essential for setting expectations and preventing harm across industries....
