A competent person on site is a requirement of every location where excavating is occuring.
This excavation safety training meets the requirements of OSHA regulations and provides students with an in-depth understanding of excavation safety including signs and causes of cave-ins, soil mechanics, soil testing, dewatering, safety planning, and conducting inspections.
This course generally runs two days. For locations that require less training, we also offer a basic skills class.
EXCAVATION SAFETY: COMPETENT PERSON COURSE OUTLINE
Welcome and Pre-Test
Causes of Cave-Ins
Regulations Overview
Soil Classification by Type
Classification Exercise
Soil Classification
Determining Soil Types: Field Exercise
Protection Systems: Field Exercise
Inspection for Other Hazardous Conditions: Field Exercise
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