Excavation and Trenching Safety Awareness

Excavation and trenching work is performed thousands of times daily, in all types of conditions. Unfortunately, many fatalities and work-related injuries are associated with excavation and trenching incidents. Cave-ins can occur suddenly, without warning, giving you little time to react. But their signs are present when proper safety precautions are not taken. This program has been created to increase your awareness and provide you with a better understanding of the safety procedures associated with your work. Ideal learners are employees who work in or near excavations and trenches.

 Identify excavations and trenches;

 Recall the hazards associated with excavation and trenching work;

 Identify soil mechanics and conditions that increase the chance of cave in;

 Recognize four different types of protection systems;

 Recall safety precautions for excavations and trenches

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.650-652