Trench & Excavation

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The competent person is “capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings, or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.” This program provides the skill set

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Based on the Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) construction industries regulation 29 CFR 1926.650-652 (subpart P) requires employers to provide training so that all employees who work near or within trenches or excavations have the understanding, knowledge, and skills necessary for the safe performance of their duties.

OSHA further requires a “competent person” to inspect excavations and surrounding work areas to prevent, identify and correct hazardous conditions.

The competent person is “capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings, or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.” This program provides the skill set for a competent person.

 

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  • Locating and working safely around potentially deadly underground utilities, CBYD
  • Access and egress requirements for excavations
  • Protecting exposures to vehicles, water, falling objects, etc.
  • Identifying and controlling hazardous atmospheres in excavations
  • Correct inspection and documentation procedures
  • Understanding OSHA regulations for protective systems: shoring & shielding, sloping & benching, and trench boxes;
  • Training requirements for those in and near excavations
  • First Aid & CPR, other Rescue considerations
  • How to handle OSHA inspections at your trenching & excavation site
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    20130 Lakeview Center Plz, STE 400, Ashburn, Virginia

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