Montgomery Safe digging reminder

AES Ohio, a subsidiary of The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), recognizes April is National Safe Digging Month and encourages all customers the importance of digging in a safe, responsible way. Whether your project involves construction or planting a tree, put safety first and be sure to call 811 (800-362-2764) or submit a dig notification request through OHIO811 at least two days ahead of your scheduled start.

Are you planning outdoor improvement projects or yard work? To ensure safety, you want to be sure you know where electrical, gas and other utility lines are located on your property. Not only will doing so avoid headaches and make your job easier, but you steer clear of potential utility outages, repair costs and serious injuries. OHIO811 provides support as they work to maintain the vast network of utility infrastructure.

By calling 811 you can notify Ohio’s one-call notification systems. The Oho Utilities Protection Service (OUPS) coordinates with local utilities to have underground lines marked, so you know ahead of time where it is safe to dig. Customers can also enter dig requests online with the OHIO811 e-dig ticket system. Submit a ticket by entering the location and a valid email address.

OUPS will mark the location of underground utility lines for you. If you do mot complete your digging or construction project within 10 business days after the initial marking, you will need to call back to have the utility lines remarked for verification.

To learn more, go to aes-ohio. com and download the Right Tree Right Place brochure for tips to plant smart with the utilities in mind.