Subpart P Excavations

Front

A competent person_________

Back

has the ability to recognize a hazard, has the authorization to correct a hazard, must inspect an excavation.

Front

Can a person enter an excavation that has solid rock without shoring or shielding in place?

Back

Yes

Front

Can the sloping presented be used for excavation more than 20ft in depth?

Back

No

Front

Shields can be 2 feet above the bottom of the trench as long as they support the entire depth of the trench and there is no caving under or behind the shield.

Back

True

Front

How much should the top of the shield extend above the trench?

Back

18"