Hard hat and eye protection recommended. Vacuum excavation is a secret weapon in the damage prevention tool belt. It�s one of the safest methods for excavating around and potholing for buried utilities. And, vacuum excavation machines and trucks can be used to do many more types of excavation and material removal! Richard will discuss the tactics, operations, and capabilities of these powerful but efficient machines, and how they can be helpful with exposing utilities safely - even in congested utility corridors. We�ll discuss the vacuum excavation process from start to finish and how vacuum excavation can be effective in avoiding dangerous and costly utility strikes � even from tools like shovels! Vacuum excavation is so important the Summit will always provide educational sessions that promote and educate about this technology! This session also includes a live vacuum excavation demonstration, so be prepared to attend part of this course outdoors.