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ETX Utilities LLC Safety Commitment

Safety & Compliance Protocol

At ETX Utilities, safety is built into the way we plan, communicate, and execute every job. We operate with a simple standard: protect people, protect property, protect the public, and deliver quality work with zero surprises.

Our Safety Culture

Safety is not a checklist we dust off when someone’s watching. It’s the baseline for how we run the job, every day.

  • Clear job planning before work begins

  • Daily safety briefings and task-specific hazard reviews

  • The right PPE and controls for the work being performed

  • Active communication between operator, spotter, and crew

  • A clean, controlled jobsite that protects workers and the public

Stop Work Authority

Every ETX team member has the authority and responsibility to stop work if conditions are unsafe or if the plan is unclear. We would rather pause and reset than push forward with risk.

Utility Protection and Damage Prevention

Because our work often happens around existing infrastructure, damage prevention is a core focus.

  • Verification of utility locates and markings prior to exposure

  • Safe potholing/daylighting procedures as required

  • Controlled excavation practices near marked utilities

  • Immediate stop-work and notification procedures for any contact or suspected issue

Traffic and Public Safety

Many ETX projects take place in or near active roadways and public areas. We prioritize controlled work zones and public protection.

  • Work zone setup based on job conditions and applicable requirements

  • Clear separation between crews, equipment, and the public

  • Visibility and awareness measures for all personnel

  • Ongoing adjustments when traffic patterns or conditions change

Equipment, Tools, and Jobsite Controls

We maintain expectations for safe equipment use and a disciplined jobsite.

  • Pre-use equipment inspections

  • Defined operating zones around active equipment

  • Safe backing and spotter practices when visibility is limited

  • Housekeeping standards to reduce slips, trips, and struck-by risks

Training and Daily Accountability

ETX crews receive onboarding safety orientation and continued jobsite reinforcement.

  • New-hire safety orientation prior to field work

  • Ongoing toolbox talks and daily job hazard assessments

  • Role-based equipment and task training expectations

  • Incident and near-miss reporting to drive improvement

Environmental and Property Care

ETX takes pride in leaving a clean, controlled site and minimizing impact.

  • Drilling fluid and material containment practices

  • Protection of ROW, landscaping, and surrounding property

  • Restoration and closeout practices supported with documentation when required

Documentation

ETX maintains internal safety protocols, jobsite forms, and standard operating procedures to support consistent execution and accountability. Documentation can be provided as required by contract, client policy, or project scope.

Questions or Safety Coordination

If your project requires specific safety procedures, site orientations, or compliance documentation, our team will coordinate expectations prior to mobilization.

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