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- CCOHS: Trenching and Excavation
What is meant by a trench and an excavation? Generally speaking, an excavation is a hole in the ground as the result of removing material
- Trenching and Excavation Health and Safety Programs
Has the excavation been marked to make the workers and others aware of the excavation (e g , fence, flags, or other safeguards)? Are sanitary facilities available at the site, as appropriate? General Are proper barriers or guardrails in place to protect anyone or equipment falling into the excavation or trench?
- CCOHS: Health and Safety Report - Past Issues
A trench is an excavation in which is deeper than it is wide and no wider than 4 5 meters Recognizing the hazards and learning how to prepare and work safely can help prevent serious injury or death One of the biggest hazards related to trenching and excavation is the risk of cave-ins
- CCOHS: Safety Talks - How to
What are safety talks? Safety talks, also known as toolbox talks, safety briefings, and tailgate meetings, are short, informative, and focused meetings that discuss a certain health and safety topic
- CCOHS: Road Work - Traffic Control Zone
What is covered in this document? This document covers managing traffic flow through a work zone
- CCOHS: Working on or near water
What tasks or occupations involve working on or near water? Tasks or occupations that involve working on or near water include: Commercial fishingOther on-ship boat occupations (e
- CCOHS: Ladders - Extension
What is an extension ladder? Extension ladders usually have two sections that operate with brackets or guides that allow for the ladder to be used at adjustable lengths
- CCOHS: Fall Protection - Guardrails
What are guardrails? Guardrails are a stationary (or quot;fixed quot;) system used to protect workers from falls when working at heights
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