Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
7860
Course Name
Trenching and Excavation Competent Person
Contact Hours
4.5
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Compliance Management International
Primary Contact
Betsy Lovensheimer
blovensheimer@complianceplace.com
215-699-4800 Ext. 110
Website
Description
This course covers the requirements for a “Competent Person” on trenching, excavation and shoring projects including the dangers, methods and safety fundamentals. It also covers the requirements of the OSHA standard for Competent Person training.
Course Level
Intermediate
Course Content
• Laws, regulations and standards
• Soil classification and testing to determine type
• Protective systems used in excavations
• Hazards found in trenches
• Role of the competent person
Target Audience
Employees that supervise or are actively involved in planning or overseeing trenching and excavating work.
Training Format
Classroom