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Trenching and Excavation Safety Workshop

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Monday, February 11th, 2019
7:30 AM to 4:30 PM

The workshop walks participants through a comprehensive program that included what the WorkSafeBC Regulations & Guidelines state, safe work procedures and what to do if something goes wrong.


It covers shoring, benching, sloping and shielding systems. It also includes a section on location of underground utilities and the geotechnical and structural engineered documentation requirements.


Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:


Identify hazards around trenches and excavations


Be able to locate underground utilities


Understand soil types, soil collapse patterns, and warning signs


Gain familiarity with WorkSafeBC regulations


Understand geotechnical and structural engineered documentation


Understand sloping and benching


Understand shoring and shielding systems


Describe and demonstrate where possible safe installation and removal processes


Identify emergency procedures for a trench collapse


What previous participants said:


“Course was on point and informative.”


“Instructor has hands on experience!’


“Excellent presentation and explaining.”


“Very well done.  I will hold a company wide meeting to talk about the information provided today.”

Cost: Member: $350.00
General: $400.00
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Location: Sandman Hotel - Victoria
2852 Douglas St., Victoria
This event is for Adults
More Info: Ally Bodnar
[email protected]
604-298-7795
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