Description
• Introduction to Excavation Safety
• Regulatory Standards and Compliance
• Overview of OSHA standards
• Local regulations and permits for excavation
• Common hazards:
o Cave-ins
o Falls and falling objects
o Hazardous atmospheres
o Contact with underground utilities
• Pre-Excavation Planning and Site Preparation
• Protective Systems and Controls
o Sloping and benching techniques
o Shoring systems
o Trench shields (trench boxes)
• Procedures for entering and exiting excavations
• Equipment handling and placement around excavations
• The role of the “competent person” in excavation safety
• Emergency Response and Incident Management
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