EHS 1550 - TRENCHING,EXCAVATE,CONFINED SPACE SFTY

Institution:

Central Wyoming College

Subject:

ENR Environmntl Health&Safety

Description:

This course presents an overview of the primary standards associated with trenching, excavation and confined space safety as found in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910 and 1926. Topics within the trenching and excavation standard include: causes of cave-ins; protective systems; soil mechanics; and competent person training. Confined space safety will emphasize: permit-required confined space programs; hazard identification and control; atmospheric testing and monitoring; and the control of hazardous energy. Students will also be introduced to the duties of a confined space entry team. (2 lect.)

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cwc.edu/

Phone Number:

(800) 735-8418

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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