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This course introduces the student to the safety hazards, precautions, and requirements within OSHA 1926, Subpart P, Excavations. This course provides general information about the hazards, protective systems, and safe work practices related to working in excavations and trenches.

Topics include:
Definitions; Common Soil Problems; Soil Mechanics - Tension Cracks, Sliding, Sluffing, Heaving, Squeezing, and Boiling; Unit Weight of Soils; Type A, B, and C Soil Characteristics; Visual and Manual Testing Techniques; Competent Person Requirements; Pre-job Planning; Protective Systems - Sloping, Shoring, and Benching Requirements; Installation and Removal of Protective Systems; Shielding and Trench Boxes; and Safe Ingress and Egress.

Reference:
https://www.oshacademy.com/courses/list/157-excavation-safety-basic.html

Basic Excavation Safety Training Course

Main Service Location

Course Title

Excavation Safety: Basic

Course Duration

1 Day

Assessment Type

Knowledge and Practical Assessment

Training Delivery Method

Classroom/Online

Service Coverage

Saudi Arabia - Bahrain - Kuwait - Philippines

This course introduces the student to the safety hazards, precautions, and requirements within OSHA 1926, Subpart P, Excavations. This course provides general information about the hazards, protective systems, and safe work practices related to working in excavations and trenches.

Topics include:
Definitions; Common Soil Problems; Soil Mechanics - Tension Cracks, Sliding, Sluffing, Heaving, Squeezing, and Boiling; Unit Weight of Soils; Type A, B, and C Soil Characteristics; Visual and Manual Testing Techniques; Competent Person Requirements; Pre-job Planning; Protective Systems - Sloping, Shoring, and Benching Requirements; Installation and Removal of Protective Systems; Shielding and Trench Boxes; and Safe Ingress and Egress.

Reference:
https://www.oshacademy.com/courses/list/157-excavation-safety-basic.html

Course Description

Service Category

Training, assessment, and certification services.

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/

Certification Provider

OSHAcademy

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