Excavation and trenching work is performed thousands of times daily, in all types of conditions. Unfortunately, many fatalities and work-related injuries are associated with excavation and trenching incidents. Cave-ins can occur suddenly, without warning, giving you little time to react. But their signs are present when proper safety precautions are not taken. This program has been created to increase your awareness and provide you with a better understanding of the safety procedures associated with your work. Ideal learners are employees who work in or near excavations and trenches.
Awareness training is the first line of defense against workplace incidents. Workers who understand the hazards they face are significantly more likely to recognize dangerous conditions and take appropriate action before accidents occur.
This course is designed for all workers — awareness-level training provides foundational safety knowledge for employees who may encounter hazards but are not directly responsible for controlling them.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
OSHA requires hazard awareness training under numerous standards. Awareness-level courses satisfy initial training requirements and help employers demonstrate compliance with the General Duty Clause.
This course covers the following OSHA and industry standards:
This course provides a certificate of completion. For the official OSHA (DOL) wallet card required on most job sites, enroll in OSHA 10-Hour ($59) or OSHA 30-Hour (from $159) training.
Finish this 13-minute course at your own pace. Certificate of completion included.
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