Positive Response Codes are a communication and accountability tool that help ensure all utilities have responded, and excavation can proceed safely. Most would say when the codes are used correctly, they reduce uncertainty, improve communication, and create accountability between operators, locators, and excavators. If the codes were created for the benefit of the excavator, let's ask them what the value of the positive response code is. It is pretty simple; the code should answer the question, "Is it safe to dig?" "If it isn't marked, when will it be marked?" Attend this Town Hall to hear from the excavator what they need most and what they're willing to do to ensure positive response codes are complete, understood and trusted. Isn't that the damage prevention culture we're looking to support?

Nick Bonstell, CEO, MISS DIG 811