02 Mar Trenches
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Trenches
Supervisors must inspect an excavation site, adjacent areas and protective systems every day- Notify sub-contractors and visitors of the trench location Ensure all vehicles are kept a safe distance
- Reposition ladders frequently to keep them 25 feet away from workers in the trench
- Supervisors must remove workers from the excavation when water accumulates in the trench or there is evidence of other protective system problems
- Review and keep apprised of other hazards such as falls or accumulation of gases
- Do not enter an unprotected trench
- Inspect a protected trench before entering
- Immediately exit and report any problems
- Do not assume a warning sign before a cave-in