(a)
(1) Within four (4) working hours after receiving notification of intent to excavate or demolish, the One Call Center shall in turn notify all member operators of underground facilities in the affected area of the proposed activity.
(2)
(A) Unless otherwise agreed to between the excavators and the operator, within two (2) working days after notification from the One Call Center, the operator shall identify the approximate location of the facilities by field-marking on the surface by paint, dye, stakes, or any other clearly visible marking which designates the horizontal course of the facilities.
(B) If the operator has no facilities in the area, the operator shall so inform the person proposing the activity, either by contacting that person or by leaving such information at the site.
(3) When an underground facility is being located, the operator shall furnish the excavator information which identifies the approximate center line, approximate or estimated depth, when known, and dimensions of the underground facility.
(4)
(A) When excavating within the approximate location of an underground facility, the excavator shall uncover the facility using a method approved by the operator.
(B) No power-driven tools or equipment shall be used without the express approval of the operator.
(b) Subject to the provisions of § 14-271-112(b) governing the duration of a locate request, when projects are delayed or are lengthy in time and location, the operator and the excavator shall establish and maintain coordination regarding location, marking, and identification of the facilities until all excavation or demolition is completed.
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