Trench Safety Basics for Field Personnel Streaming Video on Demand

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Working around trenching operations is hazardous. Prior to regulations, fatalities climbed to over 100 deaths every year. The root cause of trench fatalities is due to absence of trench protection. Issues still exists when employers opt for short cuts or not providing shoring to save money or time. A lesson you can take away from this presentation is to clearly understand that trenching operations are hazardous and risks are predictable. and other day to day risks and hazards. 

COURSE OUTLINE

• Introduction
• Regulations
• The Competent Person
• Pre-Planning
• Soil
• Soil Classification
• Other Risks and Hazards
• Special Attention
• Emergencies
• Summary

• Understand the hazards associated with trenching operations
• Learn the importance of protective systems in preventing fatalities
• Familiarize yourself with trenching regulations and compliance
• Recognize the role of the "competent person" in ensuring safety