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Friday, April 3, (#GoodFriday) will not count towards your standard notice required when filing a markout, so please plan accordingly.

Let’s normalize telling our besties 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. It’s a simple step that helps prevent outages, injuries, and expensive damage.

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

Safe digging tip: file your markout online! It’s often the quickest way to: - Enter jobsite details clearly - Upload notes or instructions - Track markout status - Keep a record for your project file Then: wait for marks and dig responsibly.

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

Happy first day of #spring! If you're in the mood to do some #springcleaning in your backyard, be sure to get your underground utilities marked before you do any #digging.

Contacting 811 helps protect underground utilities but damage prevention is a shared responsibility between: - Excavators - Locators - Utilities - One call centers and regulators Each role supports the next. When everyone does their part, underground utilities are protected.

Every #excavation project carries the risk of hitting buried utilities, which can lead to outages, repairs, and injuries. The good news? You don't need to rely on luck—contact nj1-call.org to have your underground utility lines marked before starting any digging.

Q: Do I need to contact 811 if I hired a contractor to do the digging? A: It’s worth confirming your contractor is including it in the plan, and making sure lines are marked before any digging begins! #SafeDigging is a shared responsibility.

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

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 811 first.

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 NJOC?” A friendly heads-up can prevent a dangerous utility hit and keep everyone safe. 🌼

We may spring our clocks forward on 3.8.26, but be sure NOT to spring into action on your digging project before submitting a markout and waiting the appropriate amount of time! Go to our website to file a markout or to get more information. nj1-call.org #springforward

Are you starting a project that involves digging or demolition, like installing a mailbox? 811 requires advance notice before you break ground, so underground utility owners have time to mark their lines *before* the digging begins. #Contact811 #SafetyFirst

Did you know? On average, soil is 45% mineral, 25% air, 25% water, and 5% organic matter. But there’s also a complex network of millions of underground utilities. Taking steps to protect these underground utilities is always 100% the right choice. #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

Markouts cover the marking of public utilities within easements. Private lines like irrigation systems, propane lines, and private electric are not included. If you suspect private utilities on your property, contact a private locator before digging. #PrivateUtilities

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

These are the red flags you actually want to see this Valentine’s Day. ❤️ Utility markings protect your home, your family, and the infrastructure we all rely on. Show your underground utilities some love. Contact 811 before you dig. #ValentinesDay #Contact811