Has the excavation been marked to make the workers and others aware of the excavation (e.g., fence, flags, or other safeguards)? Are sanitary facilities available at the site, as appropriate? General Are …
CCOHS: Trenching and Excavation
Aug 28, 2025 · What is meant by a trench and an excavation? Generally speaking, an excavation is a hole in the ground as the result of removing material.
CCOHS: Health and Safety Report - Past Issues
Apr 15, 2026 · A trench is an excavation in which is deeper than it is wide and no wider than 4.5 meters. Recognizing the hazards and learning how to prepare and work safely can help prevent serious …
CCOHS: Fall Protection - Guardrails
Nov 7, 2019 · What are guardrails? Guardrails are a stationary (or "fixed") system used to protect workers from falls when working at heights.
CCOHS: Road Work - Traffic Control Zone
Nov 22, 2016 · What is covered in this document? This document covers managing traffic flow through a work zone.
CCOHS: Ladders
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) promotes a safe and healthy working environment by providing occupational health and safety information and advice.
egulations relating to excavation and trenching. Always ve ify the legislative requirements before digging. For more information on trenching and excavation, pleas see the OSH Answers: Trenching …
CCOHS: Confined Spaces
Mar 6, 2026 · The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) promotes a safe and healthy working environment by providing occupational health and safety information and advice.
CCOHS: Industrial Ventilation - 4. Fans
Aug 28, 2025 · What is covered in this document? This document is part of a series of documents on industrial ventilation, and includes general information about fans.
CCOHS: Landscaping - Shovelling and Digging
What should you do before shovelling or digging? Contact utility companies for location of the cables, wires, and pipes before digging.