Practice question

Under OSHA, an excavation 6 feet deep with employee entry generally requires what?

  1. No protection if the work is short duration
  2. A protective system unless the excavation is in stable rock
  3. Only caution tape around the opening
  4. Only verbal approval from the inspector

Answer: B — A protective system unless the excavation is in stable rock

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