Excavation Requirements






Trenching and excavation work poses many hazards such as cave-ins, equipment struck-by incidents, potential falls, and striking underground utilities. This 1-page safety meeting topic can be used to host a quick safety moment or toolbox talk for excavation crews to remind team members about excavation safety requirements.


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

Excavations and Trenches Daily Checklist

Excavations and Trenches Daily Checklist

Excavation Requirements, Construction, Fast

Blank Sign-in Sheet

Resources & References

Standards or Regulations
Weeklysafety.com exclusive 1-page safety meeting topic for excavation crews to remind team members about excavation safety requirements.