Excavation Safe Practices Checklist (For Small Business Owners and Contractors)
Business owners and contractors' responsibility is crucial to protect their workers from serious harm and danger at work. Use this checklist to guide authorized people perform safe excavation practices. Evaluate if designated competent persons adhere to regulatory excavation standards and if visual inspections are conducted. Use SafetyCulture as a record keeper of these inspections for safety purposes.
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