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After overnight rain, workers want to re-enter an excavation accepted the prior afternoon. What should happen first?

Correct Answer

C) Have the excavation rechecked by the competent person.

Section 1541(k) requires competent-person inspection after rainstorms and before work. Yesterday’s inspection does not address changed conditions; identified hazards must be controlled before exposed employees return. Source: https://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/1541.html

Answer Options
A
Enter immediately because yesterday's approval still controls.
B
Pump water after employees are inside.
C
Have the excavation rechecked by the competent person.
D
Cover the excavation with plywood and skip inspection.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Section 1541(k) requires competent-person inspection after rainstorms and before work. Yesterday’s inspection does not address changed conditions; identified hazards must be controlled before exposed employees return. Source: https://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/1541.html

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