The BC government recently proclaimed April as Safe Digging Month.
While every month should ideally be a safe digging month, this proclamation is a timely reminder since spring is a common time of year to start construction projects. Using the free BC 1 Call service before you dig can avoid personal injury, infrastructure damage and project delays.
No matter what size your project, BC 1 Call exists to ensure you dig safely to avoid inadvertently hitting underground infrastructure. The non-profit service, funded by its members, can be reached anytime via its web site, or by calling its call centre (1-800-474-6886) during working hours.
BC 1 Call will notify its members immediately upon receipt of your request for information on facilities within your worksite, and its members will get back to you with safe digging instructions within 3 business days (5 for large projects).
BC 1 Call has 363 members, including energy utilities, oil and gas companies, municipalities, First Nations and telecommunications companies.