“Know what’s below. Call 811 before you dig.” Campaign

Evergreen (no expiration date)

Program Description:

South Carolina 811, a 501(c)(6) nonprofit corporation dedicated to keeping South Carolina safe and connected, would appreciate your support in airing its recently produced television public service announcements (PSAs). The PSAs remind excavators to use the South Carolina 811 service before digging around underground utilities.

Damaging an underground utility can cause many problems, including outages, injury, and even loss of life. South Carolina 811 is designated by the state as the one-call notification system for South Carolina as part of the State’s underground damage prevention program. South Carolina 811 is the first step in damage prevention. By placing a locate request with South Carolina 811, either via call or online entry request, underground utilities can be located and marked to avoid potential excavation damage.

This campaign includes three (3) PSAs in English. The PSAs encourage excavators to use the free and simple 811 service before starting any digging project. More information is available at AL811.com.

Campaign Mission:

• Raise awareness about the South Carolina 811 service
• Help excavators avoid digging around underground utilities
• Provide a website with more information at sc811.com