2 - SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety rules - Utility precautions
YOU MUST FOLLOW safety precautions when you work near buried utility lines.
Call all utility companies before you perform any machine operation
During operation, it is likely that you will be working around or near buried utility lines that may include, but are not limited to:
After you locate any buried utility lines, carefully dig a hole to the utility line by hand and/or with automatic vacuum equipment. Verify the location and depth of the line.
• Electrical power line
Where applicable, know the utility color code.
• Gas line
Electric Gas, Oil, or Petroleum Communication, Telephone, Television Water Sewer Proposed Excavation Surveying Reclaimed Water and Slurry
• Water line • Communication line - telephone or cable television • Sewer line NOTE: Before construction work begins it is your responsibility to be aware of all utility lines in the area of your project and to avoid them. ALWAYS have all local utility companies mark the location of their lines. In U.S.A. and Canada call one of many One Call System Director services. If you do not know the local number, call the national number (U.S.A. and Canada only): 1-888-258-0808. This number will direct you to the state or regional utility that assists with excavation activity.
Red Yellow Orange Blue Green or Brown White Pink Purple
Coordinate all excavation activity with the proper authorities and professionals before beginning.
NOTE: Check with local authorities for laws, regulations, and/or strict penalties requiring you to locate and avoid existing utilities.
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