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New York State Code Rule - 753 UDig NY
Hydrovac Excavating meets the 811 Dig-Safe UDig NY criteria to qualify for Dig-Safe Exemption
UDig NY‘s purpose is to establish procedures for the protection of underground facilities in order to assure public safety and to prevent damage to public and private property, as required by General Business Law Article 36 and Public Service Law Section 119-b.
Helpful Resource Links:
New York State Code Rule 753 Overview:
Provides a summary of comprehensive procedures for the protection of underground facilities to ensure public safety and prevent property damage.
- https://newyork-811.com/excavators/code
-783-at-a-glance/ - Code 753 at a Glance – New York 811
- https://www.law.cornell.edu/
regulations/new-york/16-NYCRR-753-1.2
PDF Downloads:
Excavator Manual | UDig NY
The Definitive Guide for Underground Safety & Damage Prevention
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FAQs
Do I ever need a permit?
Large‑scale excavation and new‑build trenches still require 811 notification. For maintenance digs under Code Rule 753 and most vacuum‑only scopes, you’re clear.
Will my municipality recognize hydrovac as “hand excavation”?
Yes. Over thirty towns in New York already do. We supply compliance letters and prior approvals to ease any doubts.
Is hydrovac really “non‑destructive” under state law?
Yes. CGA Best Practice 5.32 and OSHA interpretation letters recognize vacuum excavation as an acceptable hand‑tool equivalent when used within tolerance zones. Best PracticesOSHA
How do you handle traffic control?
We set up MUTCD‑compliant cones, signage, and arrow boards, and our 600‑ft hose lets us stage trucks safely off the roadway.