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.

Minimum student contact hours: 20 CEU: 2.0

*Note: Location subject to change.

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January 12-14, 2026, OSHA Virtual Instructor-Led Training
April 13-15, 2026, OSHA Virtual Instructor-Led Training
July 13-15, 2026, OSHA Virtual Instructor-Led Training
August 17-19, 2026, OSHA Virtual Instructor-Led Training
September 8-10, 2026, Greenville South Carolina - The specific training location address will be provided at a later date.
October 5-7, 2026, OSHA Virtual Instructor-Led Training