Train crews to work safely around underground utilities with this EM-7 toolbox talk focused on excavation sites. The checklist reviews calling 811 and verifying utility marks, understanding state tolerance zones, exposing lines by hand or other non-destructive methods, and supporting exposed lines to prevent collapse. It emphasizes slowing down near utilities, immediately reporting any damage discovered or caused, and using care when backfilling to avoid breaking unsupported lines. Based on OSHA 1926 Subpart P, this talk reinforces best practices and prompts discussion to reduce strike incidents.
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