Trenching, Shoring and Managing Excavation Hazards

This course covers the roles and responsibilities of the employer to educate and assign a competent person to excavation sites. 

• WA State Excavation Standards
• Excavation Hazards and Control measures
• Soil Analysis techniques and Classification
• Protective System Requirements
• Competent Person Duties
• Emergency Response

Who needs training?

Employer Representatives, Safety Personnel, Engineers, Designated Competent Persons who are assigned duties related to excavations and other affected employees.

Upon course completion, students will understand the importance and duties of a competent person in excavation work and have the knowledge and skills required performing these duties.

Required Frequency of Training:

Competency-Based

Cost: $150.00

Class Length: 6 hours