OSHA #3015 Excavation, Trenching and Soil Mechanics

Class description

This course covers the OSHA Excavation Standard and safety and health aspects of excavation and trenching. Course topics include practical soil mechanics and its relationship to the stability of shored and unshored slopes and walls of excavations, introduction of various types of shoring (wood timbers and hydraulic), soil classification, and use of protective systems. Testing methods are demonstrated and students participate in workshops in the use of instruments such as penetrometers, torvane shears, and engineering rods. Upon course completion students will have the ability to assess their employer’s compliance with the OSHA Excavation Standard, utilize soil testing methods to classify soil types, determine protective systems for excavation operations, and training requirements. 

SCHEDULE

April 14–16, 2025
8:00 am to 4:00 pm | Monday–Wednesday

REGISTRATION NOTES

WHAT TO BRING
You will need to show the instructor a government issued photo ID containing your legal name.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE IN YOUR COURSE PACKET
Course manual, CFR 1926 Construction Industry Regulations in both print and digital format, and printed handouts and activities relevant to excavation and trenching practices.