Excavations 101

Handige tools, onderwerpen, en OSHA regels voor gebruik op de opgraving bouwterrein.

Make informed decisions about excavations and stay safe. Excavations 101 is designed to be a quick-reference tool while on the job. Measure the angle and slope of a trench by tilting your phone or measure it using the camera. Look up step-by-step instructions for soil type analyses. Read about protective systems and hazards to be aware of. Test yourself on spotting hazardous excavation conditions. Get easy access to relevant OSHA standards. Download this app make the best choices in every situation!

Features:

- Slope Tool: Use your phone as an inclinometer to measure slope angle.

- Sloping or Shielding Tool: Compare the requirements for sloping vs. shielding (includes the volume of soil to be removed, the slope angle based on the soil type, and a sketch of the excavation for easy visualization).

- Trench Quiz: See if you can spot all the excavation hazards.

- Soil Types: Learn how to classify and analyze soil types.

- Learn about protective systems and common excavation hazards.

- Easily access OSHA standards on excavations.