Trench and excavation operations are among the most dangerous jobs in the construction and utility industries. While most trench fatalities happen in unprotected trenches, studies estimate that 24% ...

In conjunction with Kent Freeman's May feature on trench rescue operations, this document offers trench rescue tabulated data that can be used in type C soils anywhere in the United States as long as ...

Trench rescues have been a common technical rescue operation since the advent of underground utilities. Occupational studies show that the construction and utility industries are continuing to suffer ...

Contractors can often develop their own shoring designs for trench excavations. However, excavations near adjacent structures, underground utilities and roadways may come with unique and complex ...

United Rentals released seven Trench Safety Toolbox Talk topics that it says can provide a foundation for a toolbox talk series on trench hazards and safe work practices. “The challenges of trenching ...

Excavation and trenching are considered two of the most dangerous construction operations by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration, and the governmental agency cites numerous contractors ...