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Oct. 25, 2024
UNSAFE TRENCHES KILL
Trench collapses are devastatingly lethal. They can claim the lives of employees, coworkers, and friends in an instant, turning preventable accidents into tragedies. Every collapse is a stark reminder of
Oct. 24, 2024
THE SUE CHARADE
In the world of underground utility detection, a troubling trend is emerging. The line between private utility locating and Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) is being blurred, potentially compromising public safety
Oct. 21, 2024
UA / ISSUE 116
The 2023 DIRT Report is out now and you can read at via the first link in this alert, but there’s lots more happening in the industry so make sure
Oct. 18, 2024
VHS | TEXAS HOMEOWNER CLAIM DENIED AFTER WATER MAIN BREAKS 3 TIMES
This video recounts the story of a Dallas homeowner, Robert Brown, who faced over $350,000 in damage after a city-owned water main burst multiple times behind his home. The water
Oct. 17, 2024
SUBSURFACE SPAGHETTI
Working in dense urban environments presents significant challenges for utility locating and safe excavation. Cities like New York, Boston, and others on the East Coast of the U.S. are prime
Oct. 16, 2024
COORDINATE, COMMUNICATE, COLLABORATE
Recently I’ve been noticing a lot of digging in areas which were recently dug up – this is super inefficient and increases the risk of damages. Uncoordinated digging can lead
Oct. 14, 2024
UA / ISSUE 115
Happy Canadian Thanksgiving / Columbus Day! Here’s the top 10 damage prevention stories from the last 7 days: Copperhead Industries Celebrates 20 Years of Innovation and Excellence: READ 10
Oct. 11, 2024
VHS | TAMPA ELECTRIC CEO TALKS MILTON MOBILIZATION
This video provides a valuable insight into how electric utilities, like Tampa Electric, prepare year-round for hurricanes. CEO Archie Collins explains how the company is ready to tackle challenges like
Oct. 10, 2024
10 YEARS TO REMOVE ALL LEAD PIPES
The EPA has set a bold goal: to remove most of the nation’s lead service lines within the next decade. This initiative is not just about addressing a major public
Oct. 07, 2024
UA / ISSUE 114
“In the aftermath of every storm, we discover not only the strength of our structures, but also the resilience of our spirit.” Senate extends “PA One Call Law,” supports underground
Oct. 03, 2024
THE FUTURE OF UTILITIES
As energy utilities evolve, the landscape is becoming more varied and complex, incorporating technologies that were once experimental but are now essential. From microgrids and fiber installations to renewable energy
Oct. 01, 2024
RESPONDING TO NATURAL DISASTERS: HELENE
Natural disasters are an ever-present threat to both people and infrastructure. Hurricane Helene is a stark reminder of the destruction such events can inflict, with widespread utility outages and damage
Sep. 30, 2024
UA / ISSUE 113
As Hurricane Helene dominates the headlines with its devastating impact, we are reminded of the importance of safeguarding critical infrastructure during the aftermath of such disasters. With utilities at greater
Sep. 27, 2024
VHS | GROUND PENETRATING RADAR
Morehead City’s Public Services recently acquired a Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) unit, to assist with locating underground utilities. The GPR was successfully used at Big Rock Stadium to locate irrigation
Sep. 26, 2024
UNEXPECTED RISKS TO UTILITIES
Utilities face a broad spectrum of risks that extend far beyond the traditional challenges of aging infrastructure, natural disasters, and human error. As the world grows more interconnected and data-driven,
Sep. 23, 2024
UA / ISSUE 112
“Locate any underground utilities that are present inside the “tolerance zone” by hand digging or utilizing other non-destructive digging measures approved by the Competent Person.” – OSHA Increased Excavation
Sep. 20, 2024
VHS | UNPRECEDENTED PARTNERSHIPS FOR EXPANDING ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION
In this insightful episode, Crystal Ball and Matthew Schroettnig sit down with Sarah Edmonds, Bob Rowe, and Debra Smith to discuss their “Theory of Change” for expanding high-voltage, long-distance transmission
Sep. 19, 2024
THE LOOMING CHALLENGE OF AGING UTILITIES
Aging infrastructure is no longer just a looming problem – it’s a crisis we face daily, especially with the utility systems beneath our feet. From corroding pipelines to crumbling water
Sep. 18, 2024
WHAT WOULD YOU DO?
I recently came across this article about Lumos Fiber being banned from digging in a community due to repeated utility strikes and damage. As I read through it, I couldn’t
Sep. 16, 2024
UA / ISSUE 111
“Damage prevention progress requires reversing an established trend” – 2022 DIRT Report Is another pipe failure looming? A health check of Canada’s water mains: READ Utility Surveys are Proactive!:
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