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| You probably already know state law requires you to notify 811 before you dig so that underground utility lines can be located and marked. But when should you notify 811? And how will the locator know where to find your proposed excavation area? Learn about notification time frames, pre-marking and other requirements in your state. |
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| Notify 811 before you dig |
Below are some important tips to follow in Pennsylvania. Always contact your state 811 center before digging and for the most current requirements. |
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Notify Pennsylvania One Call System at least three business days before you dig, excluding weekends and legal holidays. |
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Pre-mark the boundaries of your proposed dig area. You must pre-mark physically (with white paint, chalk, flags and/or stakes) before you contact the 811 service or virtually (where available through your 811 center) when making your locate request. |
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Preserve the marks as you work, and if marks are no longer visible or were compromised by excavation, stop work and call 811 to request an update ticket. |
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If you must respond to an emergency—such as a broken water main or other threat to life, health, property or essential public service—call 811 as soon as possible to request emergency mark-out assistance. |
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| Would you like to know more? |
| Additional utility safety tips, case studies, instructional videos and educational tools can all be found, at no charge to you, on PPL Electric Utilities' e-SMARTworkers website. |
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