Excavations present a dangerous risk to workers who enter them, especially when proper protective systems are not implemented to prevent collapse and cave-ins. OSHA requires that protective systems be properly implemented to protect works entering an excavation, and designate a competent person to regularly inspect excavations and evaluate protective systems. The competent person must be familiar with evaluating conditions, classifying soil, selecting and installing a proper protective system, and ensuring other hazards are properly controlled. This course is designed to provide attendees with the knowledge required to meet the OSHA Competent Person requirements and includes:

This course addresses excavations for ALL industries, and is intended for all workers, including managers, supervisors, superintendents, foremen, operators, and safety personnel. Topics include:

• Evaluating excavations, including trenches, to recognize hazards
• Applicable standards, including 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P
• Roles and responsibilities of competent persons
• Properly analyzing and classifying soil
• Cave-in protective systems, including sloping, shielding and shoring
• Contributing factors (e.g. contributing loads, water, vibration, environmental)
• Other related hazards and requirements
• Training requirements

NOTE: The Minnesota Safety Council recommends competent persons, trainers and supervisors renew their training every three years to remain apprised of changes and updates.

Virtual Instructor Led Training Requirements: 
Students are required to have video and audio capability and must remain visible to the instructor and facilitator throughout the class. Additionally, students may not use a phone to participate in the training or view the presentation. Students who are unable to meet these requirements will not be permitted to attend

Cancellation Policy:

*Pre-registration and payment are required. Hopefully you won't need to cancel, but if you do, please do so at least three business days prior to the course for a full refund. No refunds will be made after three business days prior to the course. This policy will be enforced, so please plan ahead if you need to cancel your attendance.

Pricing: Member $230.00 | Nonmember $335.00

If you have multiple participants, it may be more cost effective for us to bring this training to you! Please submit a TRAINING REQUEST FORM to learn more.