Trench Safety Systems Sample Clauses

The Trench Safety Systems clause establishes requirements for the use of protective systems in trenching and excavation work to ensure worker safety. It typically mandates that contractors implement appropriate safety measures, such as shoring, shielding, or sloping, whenever trenches exceed a certain depth or present specific hazards. By specifying these obligations, the clause helps prevent accidents and injuries related to trench collapses, thereby ensuring compliance with safety regulations and reducing liability for both contractors and project owners.
Trench Safety Systems. The Contractor shall ensure that all trenches are provided with adequate safety systems as required by RCW Chapter 49.17 and WAC ▇▇▇-▇▇▇-▇▇▇ and -655. The Contractor is responsible for providing the competent person and registered professional engineer required by WAC ▇▇▇-▇▇▇-▇▇▇ and -655.