Trenching And Excavation For Construction

While certain construction jobs need trenching and excavation on a regular basis, others may require similar operations on an as-needed basis. Whichever the situation may be, both employers and workers in the construction industry must be equipped with the necessary information about how to preserve safety throughout any project. Students enrolled in our online Trenching and Excavation for Construction course will get intermediate-level instruction on trenching and excavation techniques that promote work site safety. Our Trenching and Excavation for Construction safety course was created to educate members of the construction workforce about trenching and excavation safety.

Include: Certificate of Completion
Duration: 0 hours and 25 minutes
Languages: English
Level: Intermediate

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While some construction job sites encounter trenching and excavation on a regular basis, others may only engage in these activities occasionally. Whatever the case may be, construction employers and employees alike must be prepared with the proper knowledge of how to maintain safety throughout any project. In our online Trenching and Excavation for Construction course, students will receive intermediate-level training on trenching and excavation practices that enhance safety on the job site. Our Trenching and Excavation for Construction safety course was designed to help members of the construction workforce understand how to safely work on trenching and excavation projects. The topics covered include: Detailed definitions and requirements for protective systems, materials, installation, and removal The history and ins and outs of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Excavation Standard, as well as designs that use this standard Various standardized construction practices for identifying and correcting hazards Specific techniques for working with equipment during an excavation The soil classification system, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), and more An overview of support systems, shield systems, and other protective systems NOTE: We also recommend that students reference the OSHA Excavation Standard 1926.650, Subpart P, while taking this course.

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Who Needs Trenching And Excavation For Construction?

This training course regarding trenching and excavation for construction is intended specifically for professionals with a supervisory role, including: Construction superintendents Construction foremen Construction project managers Due to the nature of this course’s curriculum, Trenching and Excavation for Construction is not recommended for construction workers who do not oversee other employees or job site activities.