{"id":38465,"date":"2022-09-06T13:21:05","date_gmt":"2022-09-06T17:21:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hcremc.com\/?page_id=38465"},"modified":"2022-09-30T13:28:05","modified_gmt":"2022-09-30T17:28:05","slug":"before-you-dig","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.hcremc.com\/safety\/before-you-dig\/","title":{"rendered":"Before You Dig"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"IndianaWhen planning outdoor work that requires digging such as planting a tree, putting in a new children\u2019s play set or excavating for construction, visit the 811 website<\/a> or call 811 before you dig.<\/p>\n

Indiana 811<\/h2>\n

Indiana 811 is a free statewide service created to reduce damage to underground facilities and promote public safety by lowering the number of damage incidents. This is important because digging can be expensive and dangerous. Each year, millions of dollars in property damage, personal injuries, and even loss of life occur because of careless digging where underground facilities were not located prior to excavating.<\/p>\n

Before You Begin Your Project<\/h2>\n

Follow these steps, before you begin your project:<\/p>\n

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  1. Once you have planned your project, visit the 811 website<\/a> or call 811 to submit your request at least 2 full working days before digging.<\/li>\n
  2. Provide the following information about the location and plans for your project:\n