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What does OSHA require when employees work in excavations where water is accumulating?

Correct Answer

C) Protection from hazards caused by water accumulation using appropriate controls.

Employees may not work in excavations with accumulated water unless protected by adequate precautions.

Answer Options
A
Treat the condition as requiring no controls if production is urgent
B
Base the excavation water accumulation response on a daily report note only
C
Protection from hazards caused by water accumulation using appropriate controls.
D
Limit excavation water accumulation to a deeper trench only

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Employees may not work in excavations with accumulated water unless protected by adequate precautions.

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