One of the questions most frequently asked is, "What kind of training do I need to be a Competent Person in regard to fall protection?" Although it seems like a straightforward question, the answer ...

OSHA's Excavation Standard (Subpart P); Excavation hazards and control measures; Soil analysis techniques; Protective system requirements, and; Emergency response At the conclusion of this course, the ...

Harry Butler, P.E., shows Pete Richter of A.W. Oakes how to test soil type during a recent competent-person for trenching and excavation class. Understanding soil characteristics is one key to safe ...

National Safe Digging Month Underscores Excavation Safety Measures That Prevent Injuries and Save Lives In far too many ...

"Think Safety Always"Think Safety Always now offers Suspended Scaffold (Swing Stage) and Confined Space Competent Person Training to help construction professionals stay OSHA-compliant and safe on the ...

Arcosa Shoring Products, a leading manufacturer of trench safety equipment, is providing trench safety training for all U.S. and Canadian excavation construction personnel remotely via Zoom. In ...

Mike Tavis demonstrates proper harness placement. Mike Tavis demonstrates the proper way to put on a safety harness. BCS Concrete Structures, a leading turn-key commercial concrete subcontractor , ...

STAMFORD, CT. — Trench and excavation work represent some of the most dangerous jobs in the construction industry. Maintaining up-to-date training on safety regulations and equipment solutions is ...

A key component in preventing overexposure to silica and subsequent disease is to have at least one individual on the job site who is capable of recognizing and evaluating situations where ...