Rev. 01
ESH-(7000-S)-73212
1.0 Purpose
It is the purpose of the South Dakota Science and Technology Authority (SDSTA) that all excavating and trenching hazards shall be managed to protect personnel. This standard documents processes, systems and tools to mitigate associated risks. SDSTA references the following to fulfill this standard:
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 1926.650 to 1926.652, Trenching and Excavation
- American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH)