Notification for excavation work anywhere in the state can be made by dialing 811. For excavation elsewhere in New York State, Dig Safely New York must be called at 1-80. How is notification made?įor excavation on Long Island and the five boroughs of New York City, New York 811 must be called at 1-80.
Under the Commission’s "Call Before You Dig" regulations, adopted to protect the public’s safety and general welfare, the following procedures are REQUIRED: Advance Notification RequirementĪt least 2 to 10 working days prior to any mechanized work (does not include the date of the call) notice must be provided to the One-Call Notification System, which will transmit the project information to involved members so that they can mark the location of any facilities at the excavation site. The keys to preventing damage to underground facilities are the two "One-Call Notification Systems" that serve as communication links between contractors/excavators and local utilities/municipalities. New York State established the One-Call Notification System as a fast, easy and comprehensive way to ensure underground facilities are properly marked before a digging or excavation project begins. The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) wants to remind excavators, contractors and homeowners that state law requires them to call one of the state’s toll-free one-call centers before starting any excavation or digging project. “Dig Safely” Requirements in New York State Excavators, Contractors and Homeowners
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