A. Purpose and Scope. The purpose of this rule is to implement the provisions of the State's underground facility damage prevention requirements contained in 23 M.R.S.A. ยง3360-A, "Protection of Underground Facilities." The rule establishes the responsibilities of excavators, operators and Dig Safe System, Inc. The rule also establishes the process by which the Public Utilities Commission enforces this program.
B. Applicability. Dig Safe System, Inc. shall be the damage prevention system that operates in Maine. Unless otherwise indicated, the provisions of this rule apply to all operators of underground facilities, excavators, and Dig Safe System, Inc.