Trenching and Excavation
When done safely, trenching and excavation operations can reduce worker exposure to risks like falls, cave-ins, falling loads, hazardous atmospheres, and incidents involving mobile equipment. This safety topics reviews the hazards of excavation work, the role of the competent person on excavation job sites, protective systems, and trenching and excavation safety precautions.
Long Version - 6 pages
Short Version - 2 pages
Sign-in Sheet
Quiz and Answer Sheet
Fast Version - 1 page
Sign-in Sheet
Excavations and Trenches Daily Checklist
Trenching and Excavation, Construction
Blank Sign-in Sheet
Resources & References
Standards or Regulations
Weeklysafety.com exclusive safety meeting topic that reviews the hazards of excavation work, the role of the competent person on excavation job sites, protective systems, and trenching and excavation safety precautions.