Two workers in Texas were killed June 28 when the unprotected 20-ft-deep trench they were inside collapsed, as trench shields sat unused beside the excavation. They were the 21st and 22nd workers to ...

Why it matters: Shoring prevents dangerous cave-ins and supports structures during work, reducing one of construction’s most severe hazards. What’s required: Protective systems are mandated for ...

Arcosa Shoring Products, a leading manufacturer of trench safety equipment, is providing trench safety training for all U.S. and Canadian excavation construction personnel remotely via Zoom. In ...