On May 15, 2024, Georgia 811’s mascot, Digger Dog, Ms. Maria and City of Alpharetta Public Works, attended Career Day at Alpharetta Elemenatry School in Alpharetta, GA. They shared their career and told the 2n and 3rd grade students; they travel all over the state of Georgia to elementary schools! Presenting The Digger Dog Utility Safety show. They encouraged students to “know what’s below and contact 811 before they dig.” Sharing safety information and having a bit of fun, Digger and Ms. Maria explained the importance of not damaging underground utility lines by digging safely, how to be safe near overhead power lines and what to do if the power lines are down. They also demonstrated the smell of natural gas and what students should do if they smell it. Digger and Ms. Maria also discusses what the colored flags and paint on the ground represent and that students should never move the flags. For more information about Digger Dog and his free presentation contact Georgia 811 Education Administrator Maria Copeland at mcopeland@Georgia811.com or 770-757-6467. For more information about Georgia 811 or the Georgia Dig Law visit www.Georgia811.com. The number to “Call Before You Dig” is 811. Do your part in keeping Georgia Safe and Connected, It’s the Law.
Digger with City of Alpharetta Public Works’ Randy Hyde, Jason Waters and a few 2nd grade students!
Digger with City of Alpharetta Public Works’ Randy Hyde, Jason Waters and a few 3rd grade students!
City of Alpharetta Public Works’ Jason Waters and Randy Hyde shared their career with the Digger, Ms. Maira and the 3rd grade students!
City of Alpharetta Public Works’ Randy Hyde demonstrated to the 2nd grade student how the locate technicians locate the underground utilities!