Excavation And Trenching Safety Training

Did you know that working in excavations and trenches carries a 112% higher risk of fatality compared to other construction tasks? This Excavation and Trenching Safety Training addresses key topics like hazard assessments, soil classifications, protective systems, trench collapses, and more!

This course is designed in alignment with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.651 standards and includes:

• A 30-minute video course
• Definitions of excavation, trenching, and the competent person onsite
• Identifying excavation and trenching hazards
• Conducting a thorough excavation hazard assessment
• Recognizing and classifying different soil types
• Detecting early warning signs of trench instability
• Understanding the types and mechanics of trench collapses
• Exploring excavation protective systems, including benching, sloping, shoring, and shielding
• Appropriate responses in the event of a trench collapse
• Implementing safe work practices for trenching and excavation activities

Spanish Subtitles Available