Trench Safety Begins Before You Dig

One can only hope this picture did not involve a worker going into this excavation without a trench box.  Even with the use of a trench box the spill pile is way too close the trench and has already started to fall back in. This is a trench collapse waiting to happen. It is also a good example of needing to properly plan before you dig.  Setting the pile further away would increase both safety and efficiency of production.  You have heard the old saying don't fall in the same hole twice, well don't dig in the same hole twice is also fitting.  It is an easy mistake to make, but it is one that can cost a life if you are not careful. If you are considering purchasing a trench box, Iron Lot has many to choose from.