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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
- 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: 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
- 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: 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: Job Safety Analysis
What is a Job Safety Analysis? A job safety analysis (JSA) is a process which helps assess a job to identify hazards and necessary control measures
- CCOHS: Fall Protection - Fall Protection Plan (General)
Why is fall protection planning important? Falls are common causes of serious work related injuries and deaths
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