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Excavation & Trenching

This course is required for anyone involved in earthen material excavation and trenching. This comprehensive course covers practical application of OSHA’s trenching and excavation standard (29 CFR 1926 Subpart P).

Participants will apply safe work practices in order to minimize the risks associated with excavations.

Course Length: 8 hours

Course Objectives:

  • Benching
  • Cave-ins
  • Protective Systems
  • Regulations Overview
  • Shielding
  • Shoring
  • Sloping
  • Soil Classifications
  • Soil Mechanics
  • Trenching Principles

Excavation & Trenching