When working in a trench it is critical to use the proper protection equipment. This module is the second in a three part examination of excavation and trenching safety.
On any excavation site, hazards from underground utilities can exist putting operators and workers in danger. In this final excavation module, learn how to identify these hazards before you dig and what to do if you accidentally encounter them.
Excavation and trenching are among the most hazardous construction operations. This module describes the safe work practices that can protect workers from cave-ins and other hazards when working in and around excavation sites.