Excavation, Trenching and Soil Mechanics

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Master practicing excavation and trenching the safe way with this course that focuses on adhering to OSHA standards. On a hands-on field trip, you’ll learn how to use instruments like penetrometers and torvane shears and conduct a soil sedimentation test.

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Course Description

Master practicing excavation and trenching the safe way with this course that focuses on adhering to OSHA standards. On a hands-on field trip, you’ll learn how to use instruments like penetrometers and torvane shears and conduct a soil sedimentation test.

 

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for general contractors, subcontractors, facility owners, and safety professionals who practice or supervise excavation, trenching, and soil mechanics.

 

What You Will Learn

  • OSHA standards for excavation and soil mechanics
  • Penetrometers, torvane shears, and sedimentation tests
  • Proper sloping and benching techniques
  • Installation of hydraulic shoring
  • Requirements for use of trench shields
  • Common engineering practices for P.E. designed protective systems

 

How You Will Benefit

  • Review the compliance directive and letters of interpretation applicable to trenching and excavation
  • Understand practical soil mechanics and how it applies to the stability of shored and unshored slopes and walls of excavations.
  • Learn about different types of shoring, both hydraulic, and wood timbers.
  • Practice using different testing methods.
  • Atlanta Branch

    84 5th St NW, Atlanta

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