8-Hour Trench/Excavation Competent Person

Course Length: 8 hours

This program trains employees on the OSHA Excavations Standard – Subpart P.

Course Benefits

• Familiarize employees with:
  • Definitions
  • General requirements
  • Protective systems
  • Appendices
• Understand the anatomy of a cave-in
• Know the requirements of access and egress
• Understanding soil classifications and soil testing procedures
• Be able to identify the hazards associated with trenches and excavations
• Know the different types of protective systems available;
  • Application of each type
  • Pros and Cons of each type
  • Installation of protective systems
• Know how to perform an inspection of a trench/excavation

The employee is tested to determine understanding and knowledge of the requirements. A test grade of 80% is required for successful completion. Training can be done on or off site depending on the client’s needs.

Note: Attendees who successfully complete the course can be registered with the National Utilities Contractors Association (NUCA) at an additional charge.