Cave-in Protection






Before workers enter an excavation or trench it must be inspected by a Competent Person and there must be protection from a cave-in. This 1-page safety meeting topic can be used to host a quick toolbox talk to remind crews about the importance of cave-in protection with a review of the 4 main types of cave-in protection systems that can be used to protect workers.


Long Version - 6 pages

Long Version - 6 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

Sign-in Sheet

Sign-in Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Fast Version - 1 page

Fast Version - 1 page

Sign-in Sheet

Sign-in Sheet



Cave-in Protection, Construction, Fast

Blank Sign-in Sheet

Resources & References

Standards or Regulations
Weeklysafety.com exclusive 1-page safety meeting topic that covers the importance of cave-in protection with a review of the main types of cave-in protection systems that can be used to protect workers.