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Postponed - Digging Deeper into Construction & Excavation
Date and Time
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM CDT
8:30am-5:00pm
Location
Home Builders Association of the Sioux Empire Board Room
Fees/Admission
Free to attend, reservations required.
Includes Lunch
Registration must be received by March 24, 2020 by 5pm
Cancellation policy: Any registrations received after the registration deadline, “walk-ins” or “no shows” that are not cancelled 48 hours prior to the event will be invoiced the equivalent to the expense taken upon the association for that reservation
Description
Safety Series: Digging Deeper into Construction Trenching and Excavation Hazards
is comprised of three modules taught in a 7.5-hour format as follows:
Module I
The Occupational Hazards Associated with Construction Site Excavations
Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this module, you will be able to:
Describe Historical Trench Hazards
Explain Trenching and Excavations procedures in the United States Today
Leading, Coaching, Mentoring Outcome:
This module addresses your ability to effectively lead, teach, mentor, and support co-workers in achieving work goals safely.
Social Styles:
Explain why adapting one’s social style can improve effectiveness of communication and site safety.
Discuss and demonstrate effective tactics for building rapport.
Module II
The Regulatory Requirements for Employers Engaged in Excavation Activities & Hazard Control
Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this module, you will be able to:
Explain how the Competent Person relates to safety and productivity,
Describe the various Protective Systems in Excavations
Explain Worker Access In and Out of Excavations
Address the Presence of Utilities
Identify Hazards Associated with Vehicular Traffic.
Identify Hazards Associated with Heavy Equipment
Excavation Hazards Associated with Falling Loads
Module III
Soil Characteristics & Protective Systems in Excavations
Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this module, you will be able to:
Explain trench safety measures
Explain the hierarchy of controls
Explain requirements and responsibilities of an Excavation / Trench Competent Person.
Explain soil mechanics and characteristics
Explain protective systems to prevent cave-in.
Post Course Administration
Post Test Completion
To be given to instructor:
RMEC Course Evaluation
Completed Eligibility Statement
Scantron Test Form