Before starting any digging, which organization should you contact?

Before starting any digging, it is essential to contact Dig Safe, which is the organization responsible for marking underground utilities. This is crucial to ensure the safety of the digging operation and to prevent damage to underground lines such as gas, water, electric, and telecommunications. By contacting Dig Safe, you initiate the process where utility companies come to mark the locations of their buried lines, which helps avoid accidents that could lead to service interruptions, safety hazards, and potentially severe injuries.

In Massachusetts, this practice is mandated by law, highlighting the importance of safety in excavation projects. It ensures that any excavation is done with full awareness of the utilities that may be present underground.