Handling Meet Tickets Safely During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Created: Tuesday, 16 February 2021 15:11

Written by Taylor Jones

When it comes to underground utilities, safety and damage prevention are the ultimate goals. In 2020, the industry was forced to contend with a new risk: the COVID-19 pandemic.

The damage prevention industry has responded nimbly, adjusting day-to-day operations and implementing protocols that help flatten the curve and limit the spread. Part of that “new normal” requires changes in how locators, facility operators and excavators address Meet tickets.

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2021 Damage Prevention Meetings Are Going Virtual

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Created: Thursday, 11 February 2021 16:18

Written by Taylor Jones

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s damage prevention meetings will be held virtually.

Gopher State One Call’s meetings are typically held all across the state in March and April. This year, you have the choice to join in on a virtual discussion (available on multiple dates) or to sign up and view the content on your own time. All excavators, contractors, administrative personnel, engineers, surveyors, and locators are encouraged to join in.

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New Year's closures - Observed Friday, 12/31/21

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Created: Monday, 18 January 2021 11:03

Written by Gopher State One Call

We will be taking calls for emergency locates only on Friday, Dec. 31st in observance of New Year's Day, but remember, you can file a ticket online 24/7. NOTE: Monday will not count towards your standard 48 hour notice when filing a locate, so please plan accordingly.

Christmas closures - Thursday, 12/23/21 & Friday, 12/24/21

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Created: Sunday, 17 January 2021 11:03

Written by Gopher State One Call

We will be taking calls for emergency locates only on Thursday, Dec. 23rd and Friday, Dec. 24th for Christmas, but remember, you can file a ticket online 24/7. NOTE: Monday and Tuesday will not count towards your standard 48 hour notice when filing a locate, so please plan accordingly.

Thanksgiving closures - Thursday, 11/25/21 and Friday, 11/26/21

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Created: Saturday, 16 January 2021 12:28

Written by Gopher State One Call

We will be taking calls for emergency locates only on Thursday, Nov. 25th and Friday, Nov. 26th in observance of Thanksgiving, but remember, you can file a ticket online 24/7. NOTE: Thursday and Friday will not count towards your standard 48 hour notice when filing a locate, so please plan accordingly.