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Heavy rain falls overnight into an open trench. The crew arrives before the planned morning utility work. What should occur before workers enter?

Correct Answer

D) Have the competent person reinspect and correct hazards before entry

Excavations require competent-person inspection after events such as rainstorms that can increase hazard. Other choices rely on stale conditions or put employees into a changed excavation before inspection.

Answer Options
A
Enter if the trench looked safe yesterday
B
Pump water only after employees enter
C
The crew should use the previous week's soil classification without review
D
Have the competent person reinspect and correct hazards before entry

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Excavations require competent-person inspection after events such as rainstorms that can increase hazard. Other choices rely on stale conditions or put employees into a changed excavation before inspection.

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