Video Library: Trench Safety

Trench Safety: Don't Dig Your Own Grave
Trench Safety: It's More Than Digging a Hole
Trench Shoring Program
Trenches and Shoring
Trenching Safety I

  • Trench Safety: Don't Dig Your Own Grave
    #TR005 (19 min. 1998)

    Occupational
    This program will make them believe. It opens with the recreation of a dramatic trench cave-in, then it highlights two real-life accidents. It features actual rescue footage and interviews with rescue personnel who recount what the situation was, what they did and how it felt.
  • Trench Safety: It's More Than Digging a Hole
    #TR004 (19 min. 1998)

    Occupational
    This program explains why trenches cave in, the protective systems that can prevent it from occurring and the specific safety measures that should be followed when working in and around trenches.
  • Trench Shoring Program
    #TR003 (10 min. 1991)

    Occupational
    Covers safety aspects of trench shoring, such as trench jacks, hydraulic walers and wood sheeting systems, and how they can be effective in preventing trench collapse.
  • Trenches and Shoring
    #TR018 (8 min. 1989)

    Occupational
    Identifies some of the conditions that require shoring, presents the basic requirements for safely shoring trenches and identifies some safe alternatives to shoring. This program is designed as an introduction for new employees and as a refresher for experienced employees.
  • Trenching Safety I
    #TR008 (5 min. 1991)
    Occupational
    Trenching cave-ins are deadly! Basic guidelines to ensure a safe trenching job are shown.
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