A trench will be used by workers over three weeks, with exposure reasonably anticipated. What inspection arrangement satisfies 1926.651(k)?
Correct Answer
A) Competent-person inspections daily before work, as needed during the shift, and after rainstorms or other hazard-increasing events.
A competent person must inspect daily before work, as needed during the shift, and after rainstorms or other hazard-increasing events when employee exposure can reasonably be anticipated. Inspect the excavation, nearby areas and protective systems. Remove exposed workers if hazards are found until precautions are taken. Source: https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926/1926.651
Why This Is the Correct Answer
A competent person must inspect daily before work, as needed during the shift, and after rainstorms or other hazard-increasing events when employee exposure can reasonably be anticipated. Inspect the excavation, nearby areas and protective systems. Remove exposed workers if hazards are found until precautions are taken. Source: https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926/1926.651
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