The key to safe excavations between 5 and 20 feet deep is that the work be supervised closely by a trained, competent person. (Trenches 20 feet or deeper require a safety system devised by a ...

Paul McDonnell, Senior Vice President — Trench Safety, Pump & Power, United Rentals, Inc. The best possible trench protective solutions are critical to the success of underground construction projects ...

A Minnesota-based excavation company will now begin to train employees on excavation hazards, trenching and developing detailed site-specific safety plans. Wagner Construction Inc. employed a ...

After a recent spike in trenching fatalities, OSHA has updated the National Emphasis Program (NEP) on trenching and excavation collapse prevention. OSHA’S NEP will increase education and enforcement, ...

Construction leaders suggest teaming with craft personnel, focusing on acknowledging successes and getting creative to make ...

Students, construction companies, and faculty said the research the university is involved with is critical for the future of ...

As part of the 13th annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction week, OSHA is encouraging employers to ...

This first-in-the-nation bachelor’s degree prepares students for occupational safety and health program management positions in the construction industry. This is a field that demands critical ...

INDIANA – During Construction Safety Week, Governor Mike Braun is recognizing Indiana construction and materials companies ...