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Excavation and Trenching Competent Person – Online Training
Trenching hazards are among the deadliest in construction—and OSHA requires a Competent Person on-site to keep workers safe. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, excavation cave-ins contribute to an average of 24 fatalities and over 80 serious injuries annually, often due to improper planning or lack of hazard recognition. This training provides workers with the knowledge required to meet OSHA’s standard for a Competent Person and ensure safe trenching and excavation operations.
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is intended for construction workers, foremen, supervisors, and safety professionals who are responsible for inspecting or overseeing excavation and trenching work. It is ideal for those designated or seeking designation as a Competent Person under OSHA’s excavation standards.
Course Topics Include:
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Responsibilities and qualifications of a Competent Person
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Common excavation and trenching hazards
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Preplanning and site assessment strategies
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Soil classification types and testing methods
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Trench protection systems (sloping, shoring, shielding)
Learning Objectives
Upon completing this course, learners will be able to:
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Understand the legal responsibilities of a Competent Person on excavation sites
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Identify excavation-related hazards and how to eliminate or control them
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Classify soil types and determine appropriate protective systems
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Conduct inspections before worker entry and as site conditions change
Course Details
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Format: Online
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Duration: 19 Minutes
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Languages: English and Spanish
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Regulations Covered: OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P – Excavations
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Prerequisites: None
Prevent collapses. Protect lives. Ensure compliance. Enroll in Excavation and Trenching Competent Person – Online Training to meet OSHA requirements and lead safe, effective operations on any trenching jobsite.
Important Registration and Payment Information:
- Immediate course access is provided when paid with a credit card, PayPal, and ACH at the time of registration
- Invoiced or purchase orders are subject to delayed course access pending credit approval.
- Invoice and purchase order terms are NET 15 days.
- Certificates of Completion cannot be released until full payment is received
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