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The approximately 12-foot 7-inch deep excavation had been dug nearly vertically and no shielding or shoring had been provided to protect employees from the hazards of cave in. Photo ID: 1321
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Category:

Excavations

Hazard:

Cave-in

Standard Violated:

29 CFR1926.652(a)(1)

Corrective Action:

Properly slope, bench, shore, or sheild trenchs greater than five feet in depth except when made in solid rock.

Description:

The approximately 12-foot 7-inch deep excavation had been dug nearly vertically and no shielding or shoring had been provided to protect employees from the hazards of cave in.