This 6-hour training course satisfies the requirements under 29 CFR 1926.650 Subpart P-Excavations. This course is designed to enable personnel to identify existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings, and/or working conditions, which are unsanitary, hazardous or dangerous to employees conducting work in and around excavations.
English
Course Topics
- Identifying existing and predictable hazards
- Excavation Requirements
- Requirements for Protective Systems
- Protective Systems
- Soil Classification
- Sloping and Benching
- Who is the Competent Person
- Excavation Requirements
Who Should Attend
Personnel who will be in charge of excavation work and will be responsible for the health and safety of all individuals involved with this work.
Exercises
- Various situations will be presented for the students evaluation
