Utility Scoop

This week I'm diving deep into the diverse world of damage prevention across North America. It's not a one-size-fits-all situation! From the short dig seasons of the North to the hurricane threats of the South, locators face unique challenges in every region. Learn more about the regional realities and the importance of localized expertise... and please subscribe :) #Utilities #DamagePrevention #InfrastructureSafety #Urbint

?????? Issue 133 of Utility Alert is out now ?????? Catch up with what's happening in the damage prevention and utility sectors right here! Make sure you're subscribed. #utilityalert #locates #damageprevention #Urbint #Utilocate #CBYD

?????? Issue 132 of Utility Alert is out now ?????? Catch up with the latest in damage prevention and utilities right here. Make sure you're subscribed! #DamagePrevention #Locates #Utilities #Urbint #WorkerSafety #CriticalInfrastructure

?????? Issue 131 of Utility Alert is out now! ?????? Here's the top 10 stories from the utility and damage prevention sectors. Make sure you're subscribed! #Utilities #DamagePrevention #CBYD #Locates #Urbint #StormResponse #Call811 #CriticalInfrastructure

Are all damages created equal? Absolutely not. A nick in a fiber optic line is different than a gas line rupture, right? So, why do we often approach them with the same blanket zero damage approach? In this weeks article, I discuss how a tiered system, focusing on risk, could lead to real safety improvements. We’re already seeing this in action with specialized gas line locators. Check it out and let me know your thoughts! #SafetyFirst #ConstructionSafety #UndergroundUtilities #CommunitySafety #Utilocate #Urbint #Gas #CBYD

This weeks VHS is from The Groundwater Guy on YouTube where he highlights 20 ways AI can improve processes for small water utilities! It's a worthwhile watch, even if you're in another industry with similar issues. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eDHtRBGD #Water #AI #Utilities #DamagePrevention #Urbint

?? Why do we accept inconsistent utility locate reports? We expect a certain standard of quality from locators, surveyors, and other professionals in the construction industry. Yet, excavators are often left to decipher a confusing array of formats, increasing the risk of misinterpretations and accidents. Standardizing these reports is not just good practice; it's essential for safety and efficiency. Let's make it happen! Let me know what you think? And make sure you're subscribed... #utilitylocating #excavation #construction #safety #efficiency #urbint ??♀???♂?

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?????? Issue 129 of Utility Alert is out now ?????? Catch up with what's going on in the utility and damage prevention industry right here - and make sure you're subscribed! #UtilityAlert #DamagePrevention #Storm #Urbint #Utilties #Locates