Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Why do utility strikes still happen, even when crews follow the process?
In this short video, Alec Pestov explains how better field information can help crews make safer decisions before excavation begins. Incomplete plans, outdated utility records, inaccurate locates, and missing data can all increase the risk of utility damage.
Some contractors are reducing utility strikes by improving the information crews have before digging.
What has helped your team prevent utility strikes? Share your experience in the comments.
𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐯𝐆𝐈𝐒 for more on utility construction, damage prevention, excavation safety, field data, and construction technology.
𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐯𝐒𝐢𝐭𝐞: vgis.io
#UtilityStrikes #DamagePrevention #UtilityConstruction
Why do utility strikes still happen, even when crews follow the process?
In this short video, Alec Pestov explains how better field information can help crews make safer decisions before excavation begins. Incomplete plans, outdated utility records, inaccurate locates, and missing data can all increase the risk of utility damage.
Some contractors are reducing utility strikes by improving the information crews have before digging.
What has helped your team prevent utility strikes? Share your experience in the comments.
𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐯𝐆𝐈𝐒 for more on utility construction, damage prevention, excavation safety, field data, and construction technology.
𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐯𝐒𝐢𝐭𝐞: vgis.io
#UtilityStrikes #DamagePrevention #UtilityConstruction
