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811 Day 2019 – Together Towards Tomorrow

4 weeks ago

In celebration of together towards tomorrow, and 811 Day 2019, Dig Safely New York will be celebrating in your...

2019 Annual Executive Director's Letter

2 months ago

*/ The Backbone of Dig Safely New York, Inc. */ If there is one thing I have learned in my life, it is that change is...

2019 Annual President’s Letter

2 months ago

The Changing Landscape of Damage Prevention Starts with Dig Safely New York */ Change. You’re going to read that word a...

National Grid Electricity Crews Perform Live Line Demonstration For New York State Parks & Recreation Personnel

3 months ago

SYRACUSE, N.Y. – With the start of summer only a few weeks away, hundreds of New York State parks that are maintained...

We’ve Moved! Dig Safely New York, Inc.’s Center for Damage Prevention

3 months ago

We've Moved! The Dig Safely New York, Inc., Center for Damage Prevention is now open! Located at 6706 Collamer Road in...

The Information Kaleidoscope

3 months ago

*/ */ So I know what you’re thinking; why is she writing about a kaleidoscope and how is this relevant to anything in...

Dig Safely New York Center for Damage Prevention is Now Open

4 months ago

A little over a year ago, industry stakeholders and state officials joined representatives of Dig Safely New York, Inc...

811 Day 2018 Recap

6 months ago

811 Day 2018 Recap The snow and cold has Dig Safely New York, Inc. thinking of warmer weather, and the fun yet to come...

Orange You Glad It’s the Holidays – Syracuse Men’s Basketball Contest 2018

8 months ago

In the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, don’t forget to take time to spend with those who matter most! Dig...

Governor Cuomo Signs Bill Protecting 19 Million Residents with Increased Education and Underground Utility Safety

9 months ago

On Monday, November 5, 2018, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed landmark legislation that will work to further protect New...

Education Law Passed: Excavator Training Requirements Due by Saturday, May 4, 2019

9 months ago

A couple of months ago, I shared an update with you regarding an important educational amendment to 16 NYCRR Part 753...

Pending Education Law: Certified Excavator Program Requirements

10 months ago

So far, 2018 has been a busy year full of accomplishments and progress. As we enter the final months of the year, I...

2018 New York State Fair – Protecting What Matters Most

1 year ago

Over the course of thirteen (13) days, Dig Safely New York, Inc. will be at the fair hosting a variety of activities,...

August 20: Mock Pipeline Strike & Response Training & Demonstration

1 year ago

This Isn’t Your Normal Safety Education Event Stand witness to environmental destruction and the resulting high-risk...

811 Day 2018 – Celebrating Safety, Family, and Community

1 year ago

In celebration of family, community, safety, and 811 Day 2018, Dig Safely New York will be celebrating in your...

2018 Motorsport Events and Social Media Contest

1 year ago

Green Doesn’t Always Mean Go – Unless It’s Race Season Once again we have warm weather, longer days, and racing with...

New York State Legislature Passes Amendment to Code Rule 16 NYCRR Part 753 to Increase One-Call Center Education

1 year ago

On Monday, June 18, 2018, New York State Legislature passed Senate Bill S.6756 and Assembly Bill 9985. This is a...

Marketing with One Mission and One Heart

1 year ago

Consumers today prefer companies and organizations that operate with a social purpose. Marketing today must have a...

There's a Reason They Call it Dig Safely New York

1 year ago

In 2017, we helped facilitate more than 500,000 safe excavations with location requests through our contact center. On...

2018 Annual Meeting — President's Letter

1 year ago

We are evolving to meet the needs of the industry, and we are doing it together. The Dig Safely New York Board of...

Honoring our Veterans and Protecting New York State’s Communities

1 year ago

On the morning of Thursday, May 31, 2018, Johnson Controls ’ Casey Cossitt-Yager , Service Sales Representative, and...

2018 UNITE for Damage Prevention Summit

1 year ago

Dig Safely New York, Inc. and National Grid hosted the first annual UNITE for Damage Prevention Summit on Thursday, May...

Learning is a Lifelong Journey

1 year ago

Educating the Adult Learner Experiential Learning Experiential learning is a preferred method for the adult learner. We...

Dig Safely New York Certified Excavator Program Safety Education Family Education Digging Safety Protection

May 2018: What CEP (Certified Excavator Program) Means to You and Me

1 year ago

What CEP (Certified Excavator Program) Means to You and Me Protecting New York State Communities, Families, And...

2018 Sitting for Safety Bench and Tree Contest Winners

1 year ago

Congratulations to the 2018 Sitting for Safety Tree & Bench Contest winners! Cazenovia Community Preschool...

Dig Safely New York Certified Excavator Program

Outstanding Achievement Awards Honor Dig Safely New York, Inc.’s Online Certified Excavator Program

1 year ago

Digging into excellence, Dig Safely New York, Inc.’s online Certified Excavator Program was awarded Interactive Media...

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Win — Sitting for Safety Bench and Tree Contest

1 year ago

As we transition into the final days of National Safe Digging Month, the final countdown for your chance to participate...

Dig Safely New York, Inc. hosts Official Groundbreaking Ceremony in Honor of New State-of-the-art Training Facility and Headquarters

1 year ago

Dig Safely New York, Inc. held its official groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, April 19, 2018, at 6706 Collamer Road...

2018 Annual Business Meeting Recap

1 year ago

Dig Safely New York, Inc. held its Annual Business Meeting on Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at Del Lago Resort & Casino...

2018 Excavator Safety Seminar Recap

1 year ago

The 12 th Annual Dig Safely New York Excavator Safety Seminars came to an end on March 29, 2018. The nine (9) events...

What do you do if you suspect a natural gas leak? We've got tips for you.

1 year ago

Brought to you by National Grid. Recognizing gas leaks If you’re like most people, you’ve learned to rely on your sense...

Excavator Safety Seminars 2018 — Protecting Families, Communities, and Professionals with Safe Digging Best Practices

1 year ago

Twenty-two (22) damages have already been reported to Dig Safely New York from a handful of member utility companies...

811 Day 2017 Recap

2 years ago

How did Dig Safely New York celebrate 811 Day this year? Watch the video or read the article here to find out.

811 Day (August 11, 2017) Activities

2 years ago

Did you know, nationally every six minutes, an underground utility line is damaged because someone decided not to...

Dig Safely New York, Inc. held its Annual Business Meeting

2 years ago

TOWN OF WALLKILL FIRST MUNICIPALITY TO CERTIFY ALL DPW WORKERS WITH DIG SAFELY NEW YORK IN SAFE DIGGING BEST PRACTICES

2 years ago

Media Contact: Aimee Milks 315.415.3900 ammilks@digsafelynewyork.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TOWN OF WALLKILL FIRST...

National Safe Digging Month is Here!

2 years ago

It's that time again. Spring is in the air and National Safe Digging Month is here! Every April, Dig Safely New York...

811 Day (August 11, 2016) Activities

3 years ago

Did you know, nationally every six minutes, an underground utility line is damaged because someone decided not to...

Gold Shovel Standard™ Certifies Dig Safely New York’s Training

3 years ago

Certified Excavator Program in Safe Digging Best Practices from Dig Safely New York, Inc. Becomes the First Public...

Member Helps Spread Safety Message

3 years ago

Using crew vans as a mobile billboard, Rochester Gas & Electric (RG&E) hit the road with safety.

811 Sponsored Jockey Wins 2016 Preakness Stakes

3 years ago

811 was featured on Kent Desormeaux, abroad Exaggerator on May 21, 2016, at the 141st Preakness Stakes. With a muddy...

Hold the Phone!

3 years ago

Are you tired of waiting on hold during this busy excavation season? The Dig Safely New York, Inc. i-Notice program is...

Cheer on 811 at the Kentucky Derby

3 years ago

The Kentucky Derby is finally here! The #811 team is hoping for its 3rd sponsorship victory this Saturday! For...

Dig Safely New York Trivia Team Places 2nd

3 years ago

Dig Safely New York, Inc. participated in a Battle of the Businesses Trivia Challenge on Saturday, April 16, 2016. The...

811 Sponsors Jockey Junior Alvarado in 2016

3 years ago

After a winning partnership with jockey Victor Espinoza in 2014 and 2015, which resulted in two Kentucky Derby...

NYS Governor Proclaims April "Safe Digging Month"

3 years ago

It's National Safe Digging Month

3 years ago

April is National Safe Digging Month! Check out what we're doing to celebrate and get involved! SIGN CONTEST To promote...

Safe Digging Message to be seen by Millions

3 years ago

811 Day Protests

4 years ago

www.binghamtonhomepage.com/story/d/story/organization-promotes-safe-construction-practices/42938/wuSG_2jr8U-3nOsDKWgBMg...

Celebrating 811 Day

4 years ago

Painted Logo Program

4 years ago

Partnering with Local Nurseries

4 years ago

811 at the Kentucky Derby!

4 years ago

Dig Safely New York, Inc. has once again partnered with other one-call centers, the Common Ground Alliance, and...

Annual Meeting 2015

4 years ago

Dig Safely New York, Inc. held its Annual Business Meeting on Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at the Turning Stone Resort and...

Safe Digging Month 2015

4 years ago

2015 Excavator Safety Seminars Come To An End

4 years ago

Between the three weeks of nine regional seminars, more than 3,000 professional contractors, municipal and state...

New Year, New Changes

4 years ago

Dig Safely New York, Inc. kicked off the New Year with many organizational changes. First, and foremost, Kevin Hopper (...

Keynote Speaker Announced for March Seminars

4 years ago

In a motivational safety presentation during the 2015 Dig Safely New York Excavator Safety Seminars, Gary Norland will...

Dig Safely New York, Inc. 2014 Workplace Wellness Honoree

4 years ago

Dig Safely New York, Inc. was selected as a 2014 Workplace Wellness Honoree for its Fitbit Wellness Program,...

I-Notice Upgrade and Scheduled Maintenance

4 years ago

A scheduled maintenance will take place October 21, between 8 p.m. and 12 a.m. on October 22.

Dig Safely New York's Stephen Wright to Retire

4 years ago

At the end of 2014, Stephen Wright will be stepping down, retiring from the Executive Director position at Dig Safely New York.

Call 811 before you dig into outdoor projects

5 years ago

Before you start a project that involves digging, you need to make a call.

811 Day Activities

5 years ago

We’re celebrating 811 Day around New York State! Check out what’s happening in your area: Auburn, New York (Central NY...

A Message from Your Gas Meter

5 years ago

By Aimee M. Milks After 45 years of business, Dig Safely New York, Inc. (formerly known as UFPO) knows you have to...