How do I find underground power line on my property? It is one of the most requested services by our clients, when building an annex, a swimming pool, a fence, planting a tree, dig up a tree, and/or any other activity that requires excavation and the owner presumes that there is a power line in the area to be excavated, also because of the delicate and risky nature of an energized electrical cable.
In this content, we will address the empirical and professional ways to locate the underground power line on a property.
As-Built Plans; are documents that show the final status of a construction project. These plans accurately reflect how a residence or building or project was constructed, including all modifications and adjustments that were made during the construction process.
1.- Construction Plan “As Built”, of the Buried Power Line of the Property.
Unlike the original plans, which may undergo modifications during construction, As-Built plans accurately capture the reality of the completed project.
By relying on the plans to determine the location of the buried power line, it is important to note that you must have experience in reading and interpreting plans, and it is also important to be very sure that after the end of construction there have been no changes whatsoever.
2.- Rental of Buried Power Line Locating Equipment.
You may choose to rent a Buried Power Line Locating Equipment. It is a very high risk if you do not know how the equipment works, as well as the methods to be used to locate the service depending on the possible connection points of the equipment. We emphasize that it is NOT RECOMMENDED if you do not know how the equipment works.
3.- Call 811
What is 811?
811 is the national call before you dig phone number. Anyone who plans to dig should call 811 or go to their state 811 center’s website a few business days before digging to request that the approximate location of buried utilities be marked with paint or flags so that you don’t unintentionally dig into an underground utility line.
This is a free service, from the house meter to the street or avenue. After the Electric Meter of your house or building, you should request a Private Locator Service, you can contact us at (844) 756-2286.
4.- Call a Private Locator
Private Utility Locators are companies that locate buried utilities on your property, i.e. after the meter to the house or establishment, usually required by construction companies in general, as well as residential when building Swimming Pools, Perimeter Fences, Annexes, Planting Trees, dig up a tree or any other project that requires excavation.
One of the great benefits of Private Utility Locators, is that they indicate the depth of service at which the buried utility is located, which is vital information for decision-making in construction. Our company consists of certified professionals to locate buried power lines on your property, contact us at this number, or request a quote at this link, avoid damaging a buried utility, which could cause an accident and monetary losses.
5.- Risks and Consequences of Power Line Hazards at Work
Jobs where there is contact with electricity have a very high level of occupational hazards. The severity of these accidents depends on several factors such as the intensity of the current or the resistance of the human body.
Work activities in which electricity poses a very significant risk to health and physical integrity are subject to very strict safety measures. Workers must be aware of the risks and dangers to which they are exposed, as well as the preventive measures and occupational safety recommendations they must apply in order to minimise the risks.
In these jobs, the danger of losing one’s life through the effects of electricity is present. These are some of the consequences that workers in this sector may suffer.
6.- Conclusion
It is noted that there are empirical methods of locating underground power lines, however they are of high risks and unreliability, to do on your own… the healthiest is to request the service of a specialized professional…
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