Safety is paramount. The primary risks are electric shock, fire, and injury from collapsing trenches. To mitigate these risks, follow these steps:

1. Planning and Risk Assessment: Before any digging, obtain and review up-to-date plans of all buried utilities from the relevant authorities.

2. Cable Location: Use a Cable Avoidance Tool (CAT) to accurately pinpoint the location of existing cables. Mark their position clearly on the ground.

3. Safe Digging Practices: When working near a known cable, use insulated hand tools instead of mechanical excavators.

4. Trench Safety: Trenches deeper than 1.5 meters require proper shoring or sloping to prevent collapse. Ensure easy access and egress points with ladders.

5. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): All workers must wear appropriate PPE, including insulated gloves and boots, hard hats, and high-visibility clothing.

Our equipment is designed with safety in mind, and we always emphasize that following proper procedures is critical to a successful project.