This one day course will focus on OSHA standards and on the safety aspects of excavation and trenching and is designed to assist students in accessing and recognizing hazards during trenching and excavation procedures.

Who should attend:

• Competent persons
• Supervisors
• Safety Officers
• Operators and employees who perform trenching and excavation work

The course will be divided into five sections including:

• Excavation hazards
• Soil types and mechanics
• Protective mechanisms
• Other site hazards
• Regulations, roles, and responsibilities