Safety

BeforeUDig is an online service designed to assist anyone undertaking excavation works by providing crucial information about the location of underground pipes and cables in and around the proposed dig site.

BeforeUDig is a safety service designed to prevent damage to underground utilities during excavation projects

Access a list of contacts that can help in the case of an emergency.

At beforeUdig, the safety of those working around utility cables and pipes the communities they service is of high priority. At every stage of your excavation project, there are measures that should be taken to ensure the safety of those digging.

Short videos covering topics about safety with water pipes, fibre cables, gas lines, power cables, and more.

It is important to know what the Duty of Care is when it comes to working in and around New Zealand’s utility networks and assets.

A list of relevant NZ Law and Regulations

The following reference guides are available to assist with using beforeUdig and understanding beforeUdig processes and procedures regarding safe digging around utility assets.