Hazards Associated with Trenching & Excavations

OSHA is focusing on reducing trenching and excavation hazards. Trench collapses, or cave-ins, pose the greatest risk to workers’ lives.  This event will raise awareness about trenching and excavation hazards, emphasizing cave-ins’ danger. Presented by a local OSHA representative, the course covers OSHA standards, prevention methods, and inspection criteria.

Objectives:

• OSHA Standards: Identify relevant OSHA standards, ensuring compliance with trenching and excavation regulations.
• Prevention Techniques: Learn and apply prevention strategies like protective systems, soil analysis, and shoring to prevent cave-ins and reduce risks.
• Inspection Criteria: Understand inspection criteria to maintain safe worksites and address hazards promptly during trenching and excavation projects.

Presenter:

Kristine Lynn, Chicagoland Compliance Assistance Specialist, U.S. Dept. of Labor – OSHA

Agenda:

11:30 am                               Lunch & Networking

11:55 am                              Chapter Announcements & Introductions

~Noon to ~1:00 pm              Presentation

Meeting Sponsor:

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Register to Attend:

*** $40.00 Charge for Walk-Ins