Excavation Safety: Basic, Training Course

ACCREDITATIONS

Clients

Course Duration

1 Day

Training Delivery Method

Classroom (Instructor-Led) or Online (Instructor-Led)

Instructors Languages

English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi

Certification Provider

OSHAcademy - USA

Certificate Validity

No Expiration (Lifetime)

Course Average Passing Rate

98%

Competency Assessment Criteria

Knowledge and Practical Assessment

Post Training Reporting

Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms

Training Design Methodology

ADDIE Training Design Methodology

Certificate of Successful Completion

Certification from OSHAcademy is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system or by the following link: https://app.oshacademy-atp.com/verify/

Course Overview

This comprehensive Excavation Safety: Basic training course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for safe excavation operations in construction environments. The course covers fundamental excavation safety principles along with foundational techniques for soil classification, protective system selection, and hazard identification in excavation work.

Participants will learn to apply OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P standards and industry best practices to establish effective excavation safety practices that prevent cave-ins and ensure worker protection. This course combines theoretical concepts with practical applications and real-world case studies to ensure participants gain valuable skills applicable to their professional environment while emphasizing excavation safety culture and operational compliance.

Key Learning Objectives

Understand fundamental excavation safety principles and OSHA requirements
Identify excavation hazards and implement basic control measures
Apply soil classification techniques and protective system selection
Implement safe excavation work practices and entry procedures
Establish basic utility location and damage prevention protocols
Design fundamental inspection procedures and hazard recognition
Create basic emergency response and rescue procedures
Implement introductory excavation safety management and compliance monitoring

Course Outline

Excavation Safety Fundamentals
OSHA Excavation Standards Overview
Excavation Hazard Recognition
Cave-in Prevention Basics
Soil Classification Fundamentals
Type A Soil Characteristics
Type B Soil Properties
Type C Soil Identification
Protective Systems Overview
Sloping Requirements
Benching Methods
Shoring Systems Basics
Trench Boxes and Shields
Safe Entry and Exit
Access and Egress Requirements
Ladder Placement
Ramp Construction
Utility Location and Protection
Underground Utility Identification
Damage Prevention Programs
Excavation Planning Basics
Pre-Excavation Preparation
Atmospheric Hazards
Water Accumulation Control
Equipment Operation Safety
Spoil Pile Management
Traffic Control Measures
Inspection Requirements
Daily Inspection Procedures
Competent Person Designation
Weather Considerations
Emergency Response Planning
Rescue Procedures
First Aid Requirements
Incident Reporting
Documentation Requirements
Safety Training Basics
Worker Orientation
Basic Compliance Management

Excavation Safety Fundamentals
OSHA Excavation Standards Overview
Excavation Hazard Recognition
Cave-in Prevention Basics
Soil Classification Fundamentals
Type A Soil Characteristics
Type B Soil Properties
Type C Soil Identification
Protective Systems Overview
Sloping Requirements
Benching Methods
Shoring Systems Basics
Trench Boxes and Shields
Safe Entry and Exit
Access and Egress Requirements
Ladder Placement
Ramp Construction
Utility Location and Protection
Underground Utility Identification
Damage Prevention Programs
Excavation Planning Basics
Pre-Excavation Preparation
Atmospheric Hazards
Water Accumulation Control
Equipment Operation Safety
Spoil Pile Management
Traffic Control Measures
Inspection Requirements
Daily Inspection Procedures
Competent Person Designation
Weather Considerations
Emergency Response Planning
Rescue Procedures
First Aid Requirements
Incident Reporting
Documentation Requirements
Safety Training Basics
Worker Orientation
Basic Compliance Management

Group Exercises

N/A by OSHAcademy

Gained Core Technical Skills

Conduct basic excavation hazard identification with soil classification and protective system assessment procedures
Implement fundamental protective systems with sloping, benching, and basic shoring selection techniques
Execute excavation inspection procedures with daily safety checks and hazard recognition protocols
Perform utility location procedures with basic damage prevention and coordination protocols
Develop basic excavation safety planning with pre-work assessment and hazard control measures
Establish safe entry and exit procedures with access requirements and emergency egress protocols
Utilize basic excavation safety equipment and soil testing tools for hazard assessment
Create fundamental excavation safety documentation with inspection records and incident reporting

Service Coverage

In Tamkene Training Center or On-Site: Covering Saudi Arabia (Dammam - Khobar - Dhahran - Jubail - Riyadh - Jeddah - Tabuk - Madinah - NEOM - Qassim - Makkah - Any City in Saudi Arabia) - MENA Region

Targeted Audience

Construction workers involved in excavation operations
Equipment operators working around excavations
Construction supervisors overseeing excavation activities
New workers entering excavation trades
Safety representatives learning excavation hazards
Utility workers performing underground activities
Maintenance personnel conducting excavation work
Construction trainees beginning excavation safety education

Practical Assessment

OSHAcademy Practical Assessment

Knowledge Assessment

OSHAcademy Knowledge Assessment

Why Choose This Course

Comprehensive introduction to OSHA excavation safety requirements and fundamental protection principles
Integration of soil science basics with practical excavation safety implementation strategies
Focus on real-world applications with construction excavation operation case studies
Hands-on exercises with basic soil classification and protective system assessment procedures
Exposure to fundamental excavation safety equipment and inspection techniques
Emphasis on practical hazard recognition skills for immediate workplace application
Opportunity to learn from excavation incident case studies and basic prevention strategies
Development of essential excavation safety skills for construction industry workers

Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, is subject to change and also can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.

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