Kansas 811

Let’s normalize telling our besties: Kansas 811 is for everyone. Whether you’re planting, building, installing, or repairing, if you’re digging, you MUST contact 811 first to have underground utilities marked. #811ISFOREVERYONE #ForReal #undergroundutilities

True or False: You only need to contact 811 for large scale excavation. Drop your answer in the comments!

#SafeDigging tip: file your locate request at kansas811.com! It’s often the quickest way to: - Enter jobsite details clearly - Upload notes or instructions Keep a record for your project file Then: wait for marks and dig responsibly. #KS811 #LocateRequest

Spring is one of the busiest digging seasons.Contact Kansas 811 before planting trees, shrubs, posts, edging, irrigation, or drainage. #Kansas811 #Contact811 #Spring

Happy first day of spring! If you're in the mood to do some "spring cleaning" in your backyard, be sure to get underground utilities located before you do any digging. #Spring #HappySpring #Equinox #SpringDigging #SpringCleaning

Contacting Kansas 811 helps protect underground utilities but damage prevention is a shared responsibility. - Excavators - Locators - Utilities - One call centers and regulators Each role supports the next. #Kansas811 #Stakeholders #Safety #UndergroundUtilities

Answer: The individual or contractor performing the digging/excavation is responsible for contacting 811. Though if you’ve hired a contractor, it’s wise to CONFIRM that contacting 811 is part of their plan and that underground utilities will be/have been located prior to digging.

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Have a Super MAR10 Day! In games, jumping into a green pipe can be fun. In real life, hitting a pipe while digging is more like “GAME OVER.” Set yourself up for a great digging adventure by contacting Kansas 811 first. #Kansas811 #MAR10 #MAR10DAY

Ticket Talk is officially live! KS811's new text-based messaging tool is now available to all system users, making communication around locate requests easier than ever. Access Ticket Talk through ITICnxt or the link in your ticket email and start your first conversation today.

DIRT Report Spotlight: Nearly 1 in 4 damaged utilities nationwide could likely have been avoided with one simple step: contact 811. Read more safety insights at dirt.commongroundalliance.com #DIRTReport #Kansas811 #contact811

DON’T mind your own beeswax to bee a good #neighbor. 👀🐝 If you see someone digging and there’s no paint or flags around their dig site, it’s worth a quick check-in:“Hey! Did you contact Kansas 811?” A friendly heads-up can keep everyone safe. 🌼 #SafeDigging #DamagePrevention

We may spring our clocks forward on March 8, but be sure NOT to spring into action on your digging project before submitting a locate request ticket and waiting the appropriate amount of time! #springforward #Spring #DaylightSavings #daylightsavingstime

Every successful excavation starts with communication. Submitting an accurate locate request helps facility operators and locators respond efficiently and mark safely. Clear information leads to fewer delays and fewer damages. #DamagePrevention #ExcavationSafety

Whether you’re in the field or leading the team, the KS Safety Summit is built for you. From real-world lessons to the latest industry updates, this Summit delivers practical safety insights you can actually use. KSDPC.com.

There's a complex network of millions of utilities underground. Taking steps to protect these underground utilities is always 100% the right choice. Contact Kansas 811 before you dig into a new subterranean project. #Kansas811 #FunFact

Paint and flags indicate underground utilities have been marked. These markings guide safe excavation and help prevent costly damage. Respect the marks. Dig carefully. #UtilityMarkings #ExcavationSafety

Underground utility lines are often shallower than expected. Even small projects like planting shrubs or installing mailboxes can cause service interruptions. Do not guess. Contact 811 first. #UtilitySafety #DamagePrevention

Utility locate requests cover public utilities within easements. If you suspect private utilities on your property, contact a private locator before digging. Learn more at kansas811.com/wp-content/upl… #UtilityAwareness #Kansas811

Presidents Day reminds us that safety laws exist to protect people and communities. Contacting 811 before digging is one of the simplest ways to do the right thing. We thank everyone who takes responsibility for safe digging. #PresidentsDay #SafeCommunities