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What is the recommended method for hand exposing a fibre optic cable located at a shallow depth of 30 cm?

'Daylighting' or hand exposing delicate utilities like fibre optic cables typically involves non-destructive methods such as vacuum excavation (hydrovac) or car

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Question: What is the recommended method for hand exposing a fibre optic cable located at a shallow depth of 30 cm?

Answer options:

  • Using a small hydraulic breaker attached to a mini-excavator
  • A power auger for precise soil removal ✅ Vacuum excavation (hydrovac) or carefully digging with a shovel and hand trowel
  • A pickaxe to loosen compacted soil

Correct answer: Vacuum excavation (hydrovac) or carefully digging with a shovel and hand trowel

Explanation: 'Daylighting' or hand exposing delicate utilities like fibre optic cables typically involves non-destructive methods such as vacuum excavation (hydrovac) or careful manual digging with hand tools like shovels and trowels to prevent damage, as stated in recognized industry best practices.

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