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from the desk of
Chris Stovall
I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for your ongoing support of Texas811 and reading our magazine. All of us here at Texas811 are proud to support the mission and ensure the safety
of all Texans by promoting damage prevention to underground infrastructure. This is a responsibility that we take seriously, and it’s an honor to serve you.
We believe that underground utility damage can be prevented through effective education, training, and communication. By providing our stakeholders with the knowledge and resources they need to work safely and efficiently around underground
infrastructure, we can reduce the risk of damage and improve safety for everyone involved.
No notification made to the 811 center remains the top root cause with over a quarter of all damages still attributed to no notification. CGA excavator research tells us that professional excavator awareness of 811 is very high, yet 60% of all damages due to no notification can be attributed to professional excavators. We are committed to reaching all excavators and to providing industry- leading training and education and using the latest technology to enhance damage prevention efforts.
Our member support is strong, and we are seeing positive progress in many areas. Thank you again for your support of Texas811. We’re proud to be a part of your community and enjoy the good work of making Texas a great place to live and work.
Chris Stovall
President and CEO
2023, Issue 2
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