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Digging at Construction Site
EXCAVATIONS & SHORING

Earth, when cut into, instantly seeks to heal itself – which can result in an excavation failure unless proper procedures are followed.  A major collapse of the side of an excavation can injure or kill workers.  Even a small volume of soil can suffocate, crush, or trap a worker.

Course Overview

Course Duration:  8 hrs

Class Size Min/Max: 6/20

EOCP Credits: 0.6

Certification: Wallet Card - Valid for 3 years

Course Overview

  • Legislation

  • Pre-Excavation Requirments

  • Sloping & Shoring Techniques

  • Soil Types

  • Hazards

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