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Run: White-Lining Verification Pre-Excavation

Use this white-lining verification pre-excavation template to confirm the dig area is clearly marked before utility locates begin. It helps crews catch missi...

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Inspection Details

Excavation site and work order identified

Record the project name, location, ticket number, or work order tied to this verification.

Date and time of verification critical (required)

Capture when the white-lining verification was completed.

Inspector name and role

Enter the inspector's name and job role.

White-Lining Presence and Visibility

Proposed dig area is clearly white-lined critical (required)

Verify the excavator has marked the proposed excavation limits before locates are performed.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

White-lining method is visible and identifiable

Select all marking methods observed at the site.

Photo evidence (optional)

White markings are continuous and define the full proposed dig area critical (required)

Confirm the markings trace the full excavation footprint, including irregular boundaries where applicable.

Yes No N/A

Markings are visible from normal approach distance critical (required)

Verify the white-lining can be readily seen by locators and field personnel without ambiguity.

Yes No N/A

Boundary Accuracy and Completeness

Markings match the planned excavation footprint critical (required)

Check that the white-lined area corresponds to the intended dig limits shown on the plan or field instructions.

Yes No N/A

Access points, trench runs, and work zones are included critical (required)

Verify all intended excavation areas, including access and staging areas that affect locating, are marked as needed.

Yes No N/A

Any changes to the dig area were communicated before locating critical (required)

Confirm the excavator communicated any revised limits or field changes before locates were performed.

Yes No N/A

Site Conditions and Readiness for Locates

White-lining is not obscured by debris, vegetation, snow, or standing water critical (required)

Confirm the markings remain discernible under current site conditions.

Yes No N/A

No conflicting markings create ambiguity critical (required)

Verify there are no other marks, paint colors, or site indicators that would confuse the locate area.

Yes No N/A

Locator access to the marked area is unobstructed critical (required)

Confirm locators can access the marked excavation area safely and without unnecessary obstruction.

Yes No N/A

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