Reg Welsh, a patroller for the Sask 1st Call program, was in Weyburn on July 6, inspecting and ensuring local construction sites and residential build sites are undergoing safe digging practices. The Sask 1st Call program began in 2014 as a service for anyone planning to dig or excavate. The service provides underground facility screening and notification for safe excavation.
The mobile unit makes both unannounced and appointment booked stops at commercial and residential sites.
"Our goal is to get everyone to call Sask 1st Call before breaking ground and encourage safe digging practices which will help prevent damage to underground facilities.In turn that helps prevent costly repairs, damage to equipment and surrounding areas, and most importantly prevents personal injury or loss of life states Welsh.
Welsh is just one of the patrollers in the Sask 1st Call program that will be driving around this summer in areas including but not limited to Weyburn, Estevan, Regina, Moose Jaw, Melville, Balgonie, White City, Assiniboia and Gravelborg.
Before any project that requires digging, Sask 1st Call encourages everyone to call 1-866-828-4888 or go online to their website to request a line locate or receive information on safe digging practices.
