Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
3559
Course Name
Trenching and Excavation Safety
Contact Hours
2.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Delaware Valley Insurance Trust
Primary Contact
Linda Poole
lpoole@dvtrusts.com
267-803-5717 Ext.
Website
Description
The primary hazard of trenching and excavation is employee injury from collapse. Soil analysis is important in order to determine appropriate sloping, benching, and shoring. Additional hazards include falls; falling loads; hazardous atmospheres; working with heavy machinery; working in proximity to traffic and overhead or underground utilities. The emphasis is on recognizing, preventing and controlling the hazards associated with trenching and excavation.
Course Level
Advanced
Course Content
* Potential Hazards & Case Studies
* Causes of Trench Failures
* Soil Types & Evaluation
*in Risk Factors
* Job Planning
* Protection Systems
* Inspections
* Emergency Preparedness
Target Audience
Delaware Valley Worker's Compensation Trust members
Training Format
Classroom