CCOHS: Trenching and Excavation
Aug 28, 2025 · What is meant by a trench and an excavation? Generally speaking, an excavation is a hole in the ground as the result of removing material.
Has the excavation been marked to make the workers and others aware of the excavation (e.g., fence, flags, or other safeguards)? Are sanitary facilities available at the site, as appropriate? General Are …
CCOHS: Health and Safety Report - Past Issues
Feb 18, 2026 · The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) promotes a safe and healthy working environment by providing occupational health and safety information and advice.
CCOHS: Road Work - Traffic Control Zone
Nov 22, 2016 · What is covered in this document? This document covers managing traffic flow through a work zone.
What are some health and safety hazards for people working in scrap metal recycling?
CCOHS: Fall Protection - Guardrails
Nov 7, 2019 · What are guardrails? Guardrails are a stationary (or "fixed") system used to protect workers from falls when working at heights.
CCOHS: Confined Space - Atmospheric Testing
Aug 28, 2025 · What must the employer do when atmospheric testing is needed for a confined space? The employer must make sure that a hazard assessment is performed before workers enter a …
egulations relating to excavation and trenching. Always ve ify the legislative requirements before digging. For more information on trenching and excavation, pleas see the OSH Answers: Trenching …
A written emergency response plan appropriate to potential emergencies should include when work is done on or above water. It is specifically required in some jurisdictions when working on or over …
CCOHS: Spell It Out - A plain language toolkit
Jan 26, 2026 · The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) promotes a safe and healthy working environment by providing occupational health and safety information and advice.