Trenching and Excavation Safety

(20 min.) This course covers safe work practices for excavation and trenching work. It is meant to be used as an introductory or refresher course for construction workers involved in digging or working in an excavation. It is based on OSHA Construction regulations and industry best practices. Based on: OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P, Excavations Industry Best Practices. Topics covered: dangers associated with trench and excavation work; the role of the competent person; soil types; protective systems (sloping, shielding, and shoring); rules for sloping excavation walls; the importance of inspections; basic safe work practices.

Program comes with a printable test, answer guide, and completion certificate.