When locating utilities with EML the first point of call should always be to utilize the direct connection method. Be this directly to a steel asset, a tracer wire conveniently run with the asset or by inserting a rodder into the asset and tracing this. These methods are the best at minimizing bleeding into other […]
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“Death Stick” Education
by Paul Rodgers (NULCA Board Member & Director of ULS Utility Locators) As professional locators, we are well aware of the risks underneath our feet that we cannot see. And as we know, sometimes construction workers don’t give these hazards enough thought or consideration. Apart from excavation and drilling work, one of the risks to […]
The 5 P’s of Utility Detection
Utility detection is the key to safely excavating and avoiding underground utilities when planning excavation projects. To ensure a smooth and risk-free process, remember the 5 P’s: Planning: This involves conducting thorough research and gathering information about the project site to identify potential utility locations. This may include reviewing existing records, maps, and utility as-built […]