Description
Course Details
For this course we can conduct the training at your facility or at our own training facility, whichever will suit your needs best. There are some great benefits to both approaches. By completing your training on-site we can save your staff travel time, by completing your training at our facility you can benefit from our spacious training room, our state of the art hands on training space and full use of our break room.
Hazards involving excavations, in particular trenches, can lead to serious incidents involving workers at construction sites. Workers can be critically injured or die in cave-ins. Many cave-ins occur on small jobs of short duration, such as water, gas, electrical and sewer line connections.
Employers, supervisors and workers must follow the requirements set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and Regulations for Construction Projects.
This training program has been designed for those that excavate or work in trenches or excavations deeper than 1.2 metres (4 ft.).
Course Details
For this course we can conduct the training at your facility or at our own training facility, whichever will suit your needs best. There are some great benefits to both approaches. By completing your training on-site we can save your staff travel time, by completing your training at our facility you can benefit from our spacious training room, our state of the art hands on training space and full use of our break room.
Hazards involving excavations, in particular trenches, can lead to serious incidents involving workers at construction sites. Workers can be critically injured or die in cave-ins. Many cave-ins occur on small jobs of short duration, such as water, gas, electrical and sewer line connections.
Employers, supervisors and workers must follow the requirements set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and Regulations for Construction Projects.
This training program has been designed for those that excavate or work in trenches or excavations deeper than 1.2 metres (4 ft.).
Course Duration:
4 Hours
Materials Provided:
Course materials, videos and participant workbooks.
Certificate Issued:
Upon completion, students will be issued a certificate and wallet card showing proof of their training.
No Charge Cancellation:
If you cannot attend, contact us at least 5 business days prior to receive a full refund.
WWOCS Certified Course
This course is approved through the Water and Wastewater Certification System (WWOCS), administered by the Ontario Water Wastewater Certification Office (OWWCO).
As a WWOCS Certified Training Company, ACUTE delivers recognized training that supports operator certification requirements and ongoing professional development. With over 20 years of experience training safety professionals, you can be confident your learning meets industry and regulatory expectations.
What The Course Includes
The course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive overview or legislative and practical considerations for safe and legislatively compliant excavation and trenching including:
Excavation Hazards
Plan Before You Dig
Reasonable Precautions
Determining Soil Types
Soil Strength & Wall Stability
Marking & Location of Utilities
Adjacent Structures
Working Safely & Public Safety
Prefabricated Protective Support Systems
Sloping, Shoring & Trench Boxes
Book A Private Session
Need to train your entire team at once? Our private sessions bring expert instructors directly to your workplace, delivering customized training tailored to your specific equipment, procedures, and safety challenges. Whether at your facility or one of our training centres, we’ll work with your schedule and operational needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who should attend excavation and trenching safety training?
This training is designed for employers, supervisors, workers, and contractors who excavate or work in trenches or excavations deeper than 1.2 metres (4 feet). Anyone involved in utility work, sewer and water line connections, or construction projects requiring excavation will benefit from this course.
Can excavation training be delivered on-site at our facility?
Yes, we offer flexible delivery options for this course. We can conduct the training at your workplace or at our training facility, whichever suits your needs best.
Is excavation and trenching training a legal requirement in Ontario?
Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations (O. Reg. 213/91), employers must ensure workers are adequately trained before working in excavations deeper than 1.2 metres. This training helps demonstrate due diligence and compliance with Ontario construction safety requirements.
Why Choose Our Training
For 30 years, ACUTE has been Southwestern Ontario’s trusted partner for comprehensive safety training, on-site services, and consulting solutions. We don‘t just teach safety, we build safer workplaces.
Proven Track Record
Three decades serving Southwestern Ontario’s industrial, construction, and manufacturing sectors with measurable safety improvements.
Expert Team
Our safety professionals combine extensive field experience with industry expertise to deliver practical solutions that work.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Our facilities feature specialized training equipment and simulation environments, with our Waterloo location serving as our flagship Safety Centre of Excellence.
Training Hub Locations Across Ontario
We provide accessible training locations across Ontario equipped and designed to facilitate experience-based, practical learning. Whether at our facilities in Waterloo, London, or other regional centres, our public classes bring together safety professionals in environments designed for interactive discussion and hands-on learning.
Southwestern Ontario Training Centres
Central Ontario Training Centres
Have Questions?
Whether you need to register for a public course or want to discuss private training for your team, our safety experts are here to help. With nearly 30 years of experience serving Ontario workplaces, ACUTE delivers practical, hands-on training that prepares your team for real-world safety challenges. Contact us today to start the discussion.
