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Q1- 2021 UNDERGROUND NETWORK
Welcome to our new newsletter format. We will continue to share quarterly news from the Saskatchewan Common Ground Alliance (SCGA).
THAT'S A WRAP ON DIG SAFE MONTH
For the first time the annual Contractor Dig Safe Breakfast program during April’s National Dig Safe month was presented virtually, due to the ongoing pandemic.

There were no face-to-face sessions but we had 100 winners in our Breakfast Giveaway Contest for those that watched our Safety Videos. See who won by clicking here.
The annual Breakfast Program Safety Video was broken into five easy to watch segments and it is encouraging that we had over 6300 views in 140 different communities. Thank you to everyone that watched, entered our contest and to our amazing program sponsors we could not continue this grassroots initiative without your support.
FROM THE DESK OF SASK 1ST CALL MANAGER ERIN RODGER
Digging season is off to a roaring start in Saskatchewan thanks to the quick start of spring and warmer weather. As April 2020 volumes were impacted by the first COVID-19 lockdown, it’s best to compare April 2021 with April 2019. The results clearly indicate that digging is not slowing down. 
 
Guide for Excavators:

  • Call volumes on a Monday morning are historically the busiest day of the week. Pre-plan your work in advance and submit locate requests online at sask1stcall.com.
  • Sask 1st Call has a free pre-recorded webinar on sask1stcall.com if you need a refresher on requesting tickets online
  • Needing locates for roadwork? Limit tickets to 5 km in length. Locate requests in excess of 5 km can compromise damage prevention and safety practices
  • Questions about the process, or want to arrange training for your company. Reach out to Erin Rodger, Sask 1st Call Manager, at erodger@sask1stcall.com
Sask 1st Call operates Monday to Friday 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., and is closed weekends and holidays. Online requests can be made 24 hours a day. 

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Do you have questions about requesting a locate online? Sign up for a free Webinar to learn more about this process!
SAFETY VIDEOS
The Saskatchewan Common Ground Alliance (SCGA) continues to promote the importance of safe digging. We are proud to make our safety videos available to the Saskatchewan digging community all year round. Check them out today - they make great content for safety or tailgate meetings. #DigSafeSK
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
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Want to find out more about becoming a sponsor or a member contact executivedirector@scga.ca! 
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