Excavation and trench inspection checklist
Date
Time
Site or location
Excavation location
Competent person
Soil type, as classified
Before digging
PassFailN/A- Underground utilities are located and marked
- Utility owners were called, per local rules
- Overhead lines are accounted for
- Soil has been classified by a competent person
- Protective system chosen to suit the soil and the job
The excavation
PassFailN/A- Protective system is in place per the current standard
- Spoil pile and materials are kept back from the edge
- Safe way in and out is in place and close to workers
- Edges are barricaded or guarded where people could fall in
- Walls and faces show no cracks, sloughing or bulging
- Nearby structures and roads are supported where needed
Conditions
PassFailN/A- Water is controlled, and no one works in standing water
- Weather is checked, and rain or thaw has been looked at
- Atmosphere is tested where required
- Ventilation or rescue gear is ready where required
- Vibration or traffic nearby is controlled
Equipment and records
PassFailN/A- Equipment is kept clear of the edge and the people
- Spotter or signals in place when equipment works near the hole
- Daily inspection done before work starts
- Inspection repeated after rain or any change
- Competent person has signed and dated this sheet
Defects found and action taken
Taken out of service? Yes NoReported to
Inspector signature
Date
Supervisor review
Date
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