Trenching is a critical part of any construction project.

As with anything in the construction industry, trenching can be dangerous. Unfortunately, far too many workers continue to be injured or killed during excavation work.

Trench collapses, or cave-ins, are more likely than other excavation-related incidents to result in worker fatalities. It only takes seconds to become buried in thousands of pounds of soil.

That’s why it’s important to practice proper trenching practices to improve worksite safety.

For more information visit: https://www.osha.gov/trenching-excavation