Excavation: Fundamentals for the Competent Person-Virtual
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: This course does not include hands-on training required by the employer
Pricing: Member $225.00 | Nonmember $325.00
*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.