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Excavation

Development of a Predictive Safety Control Algorithm Using Laser Scanners for Excavators on Construction Sites

This paper presents a laser scanner—based predictive safety system for excavators. Blind spots on excavators and operators’ carelessness cause majority of fatal accidents, such as those in which … [Read more...] about Development of a Predictive Safety Control Algorithm Using Laser Scanners for Excavators on Construction Sites

Trench Safety Stand Down Breakfast

Trench Safety Stand Down Breakfast was held on June 20, 2018 in Hilton Philadelphia City Ave., Philadelphia in conjunction with the NUCA/NAXSA Trench Safety Week and OSHA's Regional Focus Four … [Read more...] about Trench Safety Stand Down Breakfast

OSHA 30-Hour for Construction, 4-Day Course

This 4-day course will help you build a strong foundation in safety practices, compliance, and how to foster a safety culture on your job sites. OSHA 30-Hour Topics Include: Introduction to … [Read more...] about OSHA 30-Hour for Construction, 4-Day Course

Trenching & Excavation for the Competent Person

This course goes beyond the basic awareness level of introductory courses and into the details necessary to create a safe environment for workers, as outlined in OSHA's standard 29 CFR 1926.650. It … [Read more...] about Trenching & Excavation for the Competent Person

Trenching and Excavation Safety

This fact sheet surveys the dangers of trenching operations and outlines corresponding safety measures and protective systems. It also discusses access and means of egress; the notion of competent … [Read more...] about Trenching and Excavation Safety

Working Safely in Trenches

When done safely, trenching operations can reduce worker exposure to cave-ins, falling loads, hazardous atmospheres, and hazards from mobile equipment. OSHA standards require that trenches and … [Read more...] about Working Safely in Trenches

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