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Before excavation begins, what must be done for known underground installations?

Correct Answer

A) Determine estimated utility locations and protect or support them as needed

Underground installations must be located or estimated before excavation and then protected, supported, or removed as needed.

Answer Options
A
Determine estimated utility locations and protect or support them as needed
B
Apply assume drawings are exact to the underground utility locate condition
C
The site crew should cut all lines to confirm depth
D
The site crew should wait until backfill to notify utilities

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Underground installations must be located or estimated before excavation and then protected, supported, or removed as needed.

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