Safe digging
Safety first, always
Pipelines play a vital role in delivering the energy that powers our daily lives. Working or living near pipelines requires awareness, care, and responsible actions to help maintain safety.
By following safe digging practices, you help protect your project, your neighbours, and your community.
Working near pipelines
A right‑of‑way (ROW) is the designated strip of land above pipelines, kept clear so operators can safely inspect, maintain, and repair infrastructure. You can recognize a ROW by its warning signs and cleared vegetation. Certain activities are restricted in these areas to protect both the public and the pipeline.
If you plan to construct a facility, move vehicles or equipment across a ROW, or undertake any ground disturbance near a ROW, you must obtain written permission from Keyera.
No construction or excavation may proceed on or near Keyera’s ROW until our personnel have reviewed the site, confirmed the location of all affected facilities and ROW boundaries, and issued an approved agreement. Proceeding without proper authorization risks pipeline damage, unsafe conditions, and potential fines or regulatory penalties.
Before you dig: Know the risks
Planning a project that involves digging, such as construction, landscaping, gardening, or installing a fence? It’s essential to check for any underground hazards before you start. Even small digging jobs can damage buried pipelines, leading to serious injuries, property damage, or worse.
Before any digging on your property, you are required to contact your local One Call Service to locate underground facilities and utilities. It only takes a moment, and it keeps everyone safe.
Contact your local One Call Service at least three business days in advance in Canada or the U.S. You can also submit a request online at clickbeforeyoudig.com.
Learn more about safety at Keyera
Employees & contractors
Our culture is built on shared responsibility. Every person at Keyera, from the field to the office, has the authority and obligation to stop work if something doesn’t feel safe.
Emergency preparedness
We believe the most important and responsible emergency management strategy is to prevent an incident from occurring.
Pipelines & operations
Keyera’s pipelines and facilities are built and operated to the highest safety, reliability, and environmental standards.Â