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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
2025 Q3 Damage Prevention Hero: Lynsay Demko: A Driving Force in Damage Prevention
In the dynamic world of damage prevention, certain individuals emerge as catalysts for change,...
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....
2025 Q2 Damage Prevention Hero: Fred Johnson: A Legacy of Leadership in Mississippi Damage Prevention
The damage prevention community in Mississippi is celebrating a true champion with the announcement...
From the Publisher
If you ask most in this industry what our goal is as it relates to underground utilities, the...
Communication and Documentation – The Cornerstones of Safe Excavation
I’ve had the chance during my career to take part in thousands of damage claims. I’ve drilled...
How One City Created a Process to Reduce Damage to Their Underground Utilities
In 2019 as a utility provider, we recognized a significant problem emerging in our service area....
Ensuring Utility Damage Prevention in the Face of “No Calls”
April is National Safe Digging Month, and utility companies across the country are leading efforts...
High School Scholarship Opportunity
Dynamic Start Time Now Offered
Excavators now can now choose your start date and time when entering tickets online! We have...
