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How to Avoid Underground Utility Damage

Field-tested process to avoid utility strikes in Florida excavation projects. Florida projects involve fast-moving schedules and tight risk tolerances, so planning and hazard verification are non-negotiable. This guide explains practical methods teams can apply immediately to improve outcomes.

Field Strategy

Start with pre-task coordination, verify assumptions on site, then execute scanning with clear communication to all affected trades. Markings should reflect actionable decisions, not just detected anomalies. Supervisors should pair scan outputs with permit and lockout protocols where required.

Risk Reduction Workflow

Use a layered method: review plans, perform GPR scanning, add electromagnetic locating where appropriate, then validate with targeted potholing if design uncertainty remains. This sequence reduces false confidence and supports better cost control.

Internal Resources

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