Excavation Trenching And Soil Mechanics (OSHA 3015)

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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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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.

 

General Osha Requirements

  • OSHA Subpart P

  • Compliance Directive

  • Letters of Interpretation

 

Soil Testing And Analysis

  • Penetrometers

  • Torvane shears

  • Roll tests, wet shake tests, and thumb penetration tests

  • Sedimentation testing

 

  • Sloping and benching procedures

  • Trench shields and shoring requirements

  • Hazardous atmospheres

 

 

Important Information

Although enrollment in online OSHA numbered courses is restricted to students in OSHA's Region IV (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee).

Individuals who have an established relationship with Georgia Tech (have previously taken courses at Georgia Tech OTIEC), are not prohibited from registering for OSHA numbered online courses if they reside outside of OSHA's Region IV.

 

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.
  • Savanna Branch

    210 Technology Cir, Savanna

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