Practice question

After a New Mexico 811 locate request, when may the excavator begin non-emergency digging?

Immediately after hanging up with 811
After verifying that all underground facilities have been marked or cleared and a positive response has been provided
After waiting 30 minutes on site
After the first utility truck arrives, even if other operators have not responded

Answer: B — After verifying that all underground facilities have been marked or cleared and a positive response has been provided

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