Entries Tagged Trench Collapse

What needs to happen to finally make trench collapse deaths the rarity they should’ve been years ago?

NUCA of Iowa and the City of Urbandale supported the facility’s construction

Trench accidents can happen when proper safety precautions aren’t taken, regardless of the crew’s experience

You may get tired of constant reminders to stay safe on the job site, but ignoring them could cost you

Knowledge of soil classification and proper shoring techniques will help you and your crews remain safe in the trenches

The owner of Atlantic Drain Service in Boston is also barred from employing anyone in a job that involves excavation

The owner of Atlantic Drain Service in Boston was accused of ignoring safety regulations that could have saved his two employees who were killed in the 2016 job site incident

To mark the National Utility Contractors Association’s Trench Safety Stand Down, here’s an overview of proper protocols for working in and around trenches

A tragic outcome was avoided, but there is yet another safety lesson to be learned from the recent incident — especially since the survivor was hesitant to enter the trench

OSHA has made reducing trenching and excavation hazards a Priority Goal, but disaster can only be prevented when everyone — workers, employers and regulators — comes together to ensure a safe environment

Lower the risk of trench cave-in injury and death by understanding proper excavation protocols and techniques

Knowing the type of soil and how it behaves is the first step in ensuring you have a safe excavation on your job site

Trench collapses in Maryland and Alberta produced both a tragedy and a close call