Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
It includes the following 13 Toolbox Pamphlets and Trainee Booklets that are included in Roadway Safety+ Version 11.0:Disaster Response Toolbox PamphletElectrical Hazards Toolbox PamphletEmergencies T…MoreExcavation
ARTBA Trenching and Excavation Awareness Level Training / AECCT Capacitación Sobre Excavación y Zanjas (Training)
This half-day training is a comprehensive training program developed to educate on the hazards found in trench and excavation work in the transportation construction industry. It is offered by the Ame… More
Roadway Safety+ Version 11.1: Toolbox Pamphlets and Trainee Booklets in English, Spanish, and Portuguese
Toolbox Pamphlets in English
Toolbox Pamphlets in Spanish
Toolbox Pamphlets in Portuguese
Trainee Booklets in English
Trainee Booklets in Spanish
Trainee Booklets in Portuguese
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Steel plates to cover trenches in construction zones (Practice)
The City of San Diego allows contractors to use steel trench plates on trench projects. Following is the language from city Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction:
"Trenches shall be b… More
Development of a Predictive Safety Control Algorithm Using Laser Scanners for Excavators on Construction Sites (Publication)
Resource Type: Books, Reports, Papers, and Research Articles
This paper presents a laser scanner—based predictive safety system for excavators. Blind spots on excavators and operators’ carelessness cause majority of fatal accidents, such as those in which d…MoreTrenching and Shoring Operations / Operaciones del Trincherando y del Apuntalamiento (Training)
This video explains how to avoid cave-ins by following safety precautions including proper sloping, types of shoring, types of shielding, and soil classification. / Este vídeo explica cómo evitar … More
Alarming Trench Survey Highlights Risks for Workers and Employers (Publication)
Resource Type: News and Other Non-research Articles
After trench-related deaths tripled between 2011 and 2016, OSHA instituted a National Emphasis Program to reduce the number of trench fatalities in construction. The CPWR – The Center for Constructi…MoreOn Solid Ground: A Plan For Safe Excavation and Trenching (Training)
This video shows you how to evaluate site conditions, conduct a soil analysis, determine the safest and most effective protection for workers and how to design a protection system. More
Cave-In! Trenching & Shoring Safety (Training)
This DVD details proper trenching procedures and describes soil types. It covers evaluating an excavation site, effective worker protection systems, general safety practices, and emergency response. More
Trenching & Shoring Safety — The Competent Person (Training)
This video program is designed to train your employees what the responsibilities of competent person are, along with what is required to keep in compliance with CFR 1926.650. Topics included in this p… More
OSHA 3015 – Excavation, Trenching and Soil Mechanics (Training)
This course covers the OSHA Excavation Standard and safety and health aspects of excavation and trenching. Course topics include practical soil mechanics and its relationship to the stability of shore… More
Analysis of Trench-Related Fatalities in Construction and Development of Intervention Strategies (Publication)
Resource Type: Books, Reports, Papers, and Research Articles
Every year, there are over one hundred estimated fatalities associated with excavations and trenching operations, including cave-ins, contacts with electrical cables, equipment related accidents, impr…MoreCave-In! Trenching & Shoring Safety (Training)
This training program helps your workers understand trench hazards and know how to prevent cave-ins. It supports your compliance efforts concerning OSHA 1926.650-652 and describes practical facts on:
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Stopping Trench Fatalities on Construction Jobsites (Publication)
Resource Type: News and Other Non-research Articles
Less than two years ago, OSHA started a national emphasis program focused on reducing trench fatalities in the construction industry in response to the sharp increase of trench fatalities in a short p…MoreTrenching & Excavation for the Competent Person (Training)
This course goes beyond the basic awareness level of introductory courses and into the details necessary to create a safe environment for workers, as outlined in OSHA's standard 29 CFR 1926.650. It he… More
Employee Safety & Health Manual (Publication)
Resource Type: Manuals, Policies, Guidelines, and Handbooks, etc.
This manual has been prepared to provide information and guidance to personnel of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. Its purpose is to establish uniformity in the interpretation and administration o…MoreExcavating and Trenching Awareness (Training)
Designed for employees without direct responsibilities of setting up, maintaining and working in trenches. A very valuable program for those who may have occasional need to work around trenches and ex… More
Safety Policy & Procedure Manual (Publication)
Resource Type: Manuals, Policies, Guidelines, and Handbooks, etc.
This manual includes safety policy and procedure on Excavation (Excavation, Trenching & Shoring); Personal Protection (Electrical Protective Devices, Personal Protective Equipment, Respiratory Pro…MoreJust in Time Five Ways Soil Can Hurt or Kill You (Training)
This video will help you to learn how trench collapses can occur and why it is important for you to realize and prevent trench accidents. More
RSP+ Hazards and Preventions Trainee Booklet (Publication)
Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
The booklet is a print version of the 14 Basic Awareness Macromedia Presentation Modules and covers the following topics: Operator Safety, Struck or Crushed, Flagger Safety, Nigh Work, Excavation, Ele…MoreRSP+ Basic Awareness Course (Training)
RSP+ Hazards and Preventions Trainee Booklet
RSP+ Instructor Guide
The following modules are covered:
Operator Safety reviews safe practices for equipment operation and entering/exiting equipme… More
Trench & Shore Hazard Awareness (Training)
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Trench Box Installation (Training)
This video was developed to teach employees how to understand trench hazards. It includes information about competent people, trench shields, selection of shields, unloading, assembly, cohesion and so… More
Trenching and Excavation Safety (Publication)
Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
This fact sheet surveys the dangers of trenching operations and outlines corresponding safety measures and protective systems. It also discusses access and means of egress; the notion of competent per…MoreRSP+ Excavation Toolbox Pamphlet (Publication)
Resource Type: Brochures and Fact Sheets
The Excavation toolbox pamphlet defines 'trench' and explains why trenches are dangerous. Cave-in preventions and utility contact are presented. Duties of the competent person are also detailed.
Mo…MoreTrenching Safety (Training)
This course discusses the inherent dangers of trenching operations and outlines the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) rules and regulations on construction excavation. Recognizi… More