Excavation activity carries with it major risks — including cave-ins, utility strikes, and hazardous atmospheres. Incidents can be sudden and severe – yet preventable. This course trains Workers and Supervisors to identify excavation hazards, implement safe work systems, and maintain control throughout the excavation lifecycle.
Key Learnings
- Identify types of excavation and associated hazards
- Apply protective systems like trench boxes and benching
- Recognize signs of soil movement and structural instability
- Plan for utility detection and service isolation
- Conduct pre-work inspections and continuous hazard assessments
- Understand roles of competent persons and site supervisors
- Implement access/egress, barricading, and monitoring controls
HOW
Classroom based/ Online / On-Site Training (04 Hours)
WHO
- Equipment Operators
- General Laborers
- Utility Workers
- PTW Issuers
- Emergency |Response Teams
- Surveyors
- Supervisors
- HSE Professionals