This course addresses excavations for ALL industries, and is intended for all workers, including managers, supervisors, superintendents, foremen, operators, and safety personnel. Topics include:
- Evaluating excavations, including trenches, to recognize hazards
- Applicable standards, including 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P
- Roles and responsibilities of competent persons
- Properly analyzing and classifying soil
- Cave-in protective systems, including sloping, shielding and shoring
- Contributing factors (e.g. contributing loads, water, vibration, environmental)
- Other related hazards and requirements
- Training requirements
NOTE: This course does not include hands-on training required by the employer
Pricing: Member $235.00 | Nonmember $335.00
Virtual Instructor Led Training Requirements:
Students are required to have video and audio capability and must remain visible to the instructor and facilitator throughout the class. Additionally, students may not use a phone to participate in the training or view the presentation. Students who are unable to meet these requirements will not be permitted to attend.
*Pre-registration and payment are required. Hopefully you won't need to cancel, but if you do, please do so at least three business days prior to the course for a full refund. No refunds will be made after three business days prior to the course. This policy will be enforced, so please plan ahead if you need to cancel your attendance.