Excavations in loose ground should...

Only be cut narrowly to avoid collapse

Only be cut wide to avoid collapse

An excavation over 2 metres in depth must...

Have guard rails and toe boards provided

Only be accessed by those with an excavation certificate

Be back filled at the end of each work day

Never be used for services pipework installation

Which of the following must be provided when work is being carried out in shallow excavations in firm ground?

A barrier to prevent public access

In which of the following types of ground is the close boarded trench support system most likely to be required?

Deep excavations with loose soil

Shallow excavations in compacted gravel

When working in excavations, which one of the following is correct...

The sides of the excavations deeper than 1200mm should be sloped or shored

A plumber can remove shoring to install pipes

Operatives must wear a safety harness

Fencing must be erected around trenches under 2m deep

What is NOT considered a risk when working in an excavation

Working in pairs i.e., one in the trench and the other assisting from above

What item is fitted to stop vehicles from getting too close and causing a trench collapse or exhaust poisoning?

Appointed person to guide the vehicles away

Know the safety requirements for working safely in excavations and confined spaces in the building services industry

Know the safety requirements for working with gases and heat producing equipment.

Know the safety requirements for using access equipment in the building services industry

Know electrical safety requirements when working in the building services industry

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