This safety alert email informs excavators, contractors and field personnel about the risks associated with non-restraining mechanical bolted couplings that may be encountered during excavation. It explains how these older fittings can separate if surrounding soil is disturbed, potentially causing a gas release or rupture, and outlines the immediate steps to take if one is exposed. The content is also available as a printable flyer for field distribution and jobsite reference.
Audience: Excavators
Region(s): All
Date published: January 2026
Project: 18105 Product: N/A
