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OSHA Competent Person for Excavation, Trenching, and Shoring Training

OSHA Competent Person for Excavation, Trenching, and Shoring Training

Course Duration: 8.0 Hours
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Our OSHA Competent Person For Excavation, Trenching, and Shoring Training course is tailored for individuals aiming to attain certification in trenching and excavation operations, meeting OSHA regulations outlined in 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P.

Excavation and trenching have a variety of significant applications, including mining, environmental restoration, and exploration. However, they are most commonly utilized in the construction industry for tasks such as pipe laying, building foundations, utility work, and more.
After completing the OSHA Competent Person for Excavation, Trenching, and Shoring Training course, the learner will be able to:
  • Define and differentiate between an “excavation” and a “trench”.
  • Recognize common hazards associated with excavation and trenching work.
  • Explain the responsibilities and qualifications of a Competent Person in excavation operations.
  • Identify and apply general safe work practices for excavation and trenching.
  • Describe the requirements for locating and working near underground utilities.
  • Identify appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for excavation and trenching activities.
  • Classify soil types A, B, and C and explain methods of soil classification.
  • Explain OSHA’s unconfined compressive strength measurement and its significance in determining soil stability.
  • Recognize and mitigate confined space hazards in trenching operations.
  • Describe hazard controls and safety precautions necessary to prevent injuries and incidents.
  • Outline procedures for rescue and emergency response in confined space scenarios.
  • Understand OSHA regulations related to protective systems and identify when exceptions may apply.
  • Distinguish between types of protective systems used in excavations - sloping, shoring, shielding.
  • Identify types of fall protection systems required for excavation and trenching activities.
  • Develop a rescue plan for fall prevention incidents at trenching sites.
  • Formulate an emergency planning and response strategy in the event of cave-ins, utility strikes, or other incidents.
  • Understand the dynamics of cave-ins, and how to prevent them through appropriate controls and systems.

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