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be aware of the instructions, warnings, and limitations of the locate. This
information should be provided in a Locate Report that is legible and that
groups similar types of information in a logical and consistent order.
While the exact appearance, formatting, inclusions, exclusions and order of
elements may vary in a Locate Report, these should be similar to and consistent
with the following generic format, even in emergency situations where all
information provided is hand written.
3-21 MARKING OF NEWLY INSTALLED FACILITIES
PRACTICE STATEMENT: Markings are placed immediately after construction
to identify the location of newly installed facilities.
PRACTICE DESCRIPTION: Newly installed facilities are often at risk as
locators and excavators may not be aware of the recent installation, especially if
the installation has taken place immediately before or after the completion of a
locate. Markings such as paint and/or special flags warning that new facilities
have been installed should be placed as soon as the construction is completed.
This practice increases the chances of the excavator or locator being made
aware or the installation, which can reduce the chances of the facilities being
damaged.
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