Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
2403
Course Name
Excavating and Trenching
Contact Hours
4.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
ISC Training & Consulting, Inc.
Primary Contact
Michael Sullinger
mike.sullinger@isc-safety.com
724-416-5500 Ext.
Website
Description
The purpose of this course is to give the attendee an understanding of the responsibilities of working safely in excavating and trenching situations.
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
*Definition of Excavation and Trenching *Definition of a Competent Person and His Responsbilities per the OSHA Standard *Definition of a Qualified Person *Explanation of 4 Types of Soil Classifications *Types of Protection (Sloping, Shoring, Shielding) *Factors Affecting Excavations *Other Hazards *Excavations/Trenching are considered Confined Spaces
Target Audience
Supervisors, employees, operators and any employees that may be required to be involved in excavating and trenching activities. Maintenance teams, distribution, construction, meter division, outside contractors, and wastewater plant operators, especially for smaller facilities that may have multi-craft employees.
Training Format
Classroom