Excavations

Excavations Benching and Sloping Toolbox Safety Talk

Excavations

Excavations are recognized as one of the most hazardous operations in the construction in

Excavations Competent Person's Responsibilities Toolbox Safety Talk

Excavations

Excavations are recognized as one of the most hazardous operations in the construction industry. Excavation cave-ins can cause serious and often fatal injuries to employees. In addition to the hazards related to cave-ins, excavations are a concern on campus due to the University’s complex underground utility infrastructure. OSHA places very strict regulations governing the design of an excavation, cave-in prevention methods, and employee training. Cornell employees working in or around excavations need to be knowledgeable of safety requirements.

Excavations Shield and Shoring

Toolbox Safety Talk

Excavations

Excavations are recognized as one of the most hazardous operations in the construction industry. Excavation cave-ins can cause serious and often fatal injuries to employees. In addition to the hazards related to cave-ins, excavations are a concern on campus due to the University’s complex underground utility infrastructure. OSHA places very strict regulations governing the design of an excavation, cave-in prevention methods, and employee training.

Excavations

Excavations are recognized as one of the most hazardous operations in the construction industry.  Excavation cave-ins can cause serious and often fatal injuries to employees.  In addition to the hazards related to cave-ins, excavations are of particular concern on campus due to the University’s complex underground utility infrastructure.  OSHA places very strict regulations governing the design of an excavation, cave-in prevention methods, and employee training.  Cornell employees working in or around excavations need to be knowledgeable of safety requirements.