Trench hazards are well-known, yet far too many workers continue to be injured or killed during excavation work. Trench collapses, or cave-ins, are more likely than other excavation-related incidents to result in worker fatalities. It only takes seconds to become buried in thousands of pounds of soil.

Receive workplace safety and health training in a language you understand Work on machines that are safe Receive required safety equipment, such as gloves or a harness and lifeline for falls Be protected from toxic chemicals Request an OSHA inspection, and speak to the inspector Report an injury or illness,

Stress can be harmful to our health and increase mental health challenges. Mental health challenges can include clinical mental illness and substance use disorders as well as other emotions like stress, grief, feeling sad and anxious, where these