Use Of Hydraulic And Pneumatic Shoring Systems In Excavation
Shoring Types Shoring is part of a support system for trench faces. It is used to prevent the movement…
Design Requirements For Sloping And Shoring, The Use Of Data, And Trench Boxes
Appropriate Protective System Designs Designing a protective system can be complex. You must consider many factors, including: soil classification…
Steps In Installing And Removal Of Protective Systems During Excavation
The number of deaths related to trenching and excavation has more than doubled over the last year. Excavations remain…
Three Primary Protection Methods In Excavation
Excavation is the process of digging a hole in the ground. This can be done for many reasons, including…
The Importance Of Completing Pre Job Planning Activities When Trenching
Pre-Job Planning Pre-job planning is very important to prevent accidents when trenching. In other words, safety cannot be improvised…
Role Of And Requirements For The Excavation Competent Person
Excavation and trenching are among the most hazardous construction operations. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Excavation standards,…
The Various Visual And Manual Soil Testing Methods
Visual Tests Visual testing involves looking at the soil and the area around the excavation site for signs of…
Differences Between Type A, B, And C Soils In Terms Of Stability
Soil Testing A competent person must conduct visual and manual soil tests before anyone enters an excavation. Visual and…
How Soil Weight Is A Major Hazard For Excavation Workers
Unit Weight of Soils This refers to the weight of one unit of a particular soil. The weight of…
How Soil Mechanics Causing Tension Cracks, Slide Or Sluffing, And Heaving Or Squeezing
Excavation and trenching are among the most hazardous construction operations. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Excavation standards,…