Safety Your safety is vitally important to all of us at Xcel Energy. Digging safely and correctly is essential when working in areas with underground lines. It's a free service in most states and could save you considerable expense, avoid inconvenience, and possibly save your life. Electrical Safety Electricity is all around us. Whether power lines travel alongside country roads, over mountains, across the plains, near our homes and shopping malls, or are buried in our communities, electricity is everywhere, and we rarely think about it.
Electricity is the most common energy source, and it is very powerful.
By respecting its power, you can prevent serious injury and possibly save your life or the life of a loved one. We encourage you to read through this section to prevent electricity-related accidents. Even though we touch on many important safety aspects, the bottom line is that you need to always stay alert around electricity. All Rights Reserved.