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WorksheetsExcavation Safety
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is the minimum distance the excavated material, tools, and other supplies be kept back from the excavated edge
1 Foot
2 Feet
Doesn't matter
As close as possible in case I need something
At what depth must a ladder, ramp, steps, or runway be present for quick worker exit?
4 Feet
It is never required
6 Feet
When the boss says so
What is the greatest hazard facing a worker while working in a trench?
Hazardous atmospheres
Falls
Cave-Ins
Traffic
At what depth are we required to have trench protection?
When the competent person says so
5 food deep or greater
Both a and b
Only if you think the trench might collapse
What is the maximum distance we can be from a Ladder?
100 Feet
25 Feet
As long as I can see it
Take it out, it is in the way
What type of trench protection systems are available for excavations?
Potholing, traffic control, safety meetings
Sloping, benching, shoring
Supervisors, Foreman, Leadman
Spoils way from trench, sniffers, Topman
What does trench protection prevent?
Cave-Ins
Something we have to do
Keeps public away
Nothing really
What PPE should we wear when in a trench?
Hard hat, glasses, gloves
Vest, baseball cap, shorts
Boots, jeans, long sleeve shirt
What ever you feel comfortable in
What is the best safety measure to prevent accidents in excavations? (Select all that apply)
Planning
Trench inspection
Dealing with it later
Safety meetings
What is a major concern with any equipment within the work zone?
Oil
Tire marks
Blind spots
They make a mess
