Families find few answers to “why?”

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Marcia Doyle
Jun 11, 2018
Updated Apr 4, 2019
Cheryl-Spencer
“Contractors tell me trench protection is time consuming and it costs money. I don’t understand it. That extra bit of time and money should be worth it to save a life.” – Cheryl Spencer
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OSHA issues $200K in fines for trench violations on Hawaii water project
Average initial OSHA fine for a trench death in 2016-17: $52,383
The evolution of trench protection systems and how to choose the right one
First on the Scene: Trench rescues are methodical, labor intensive and often unsuccessful
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Not So Great Escapes: Trench collapse survivors live with fear, disabilities, recriminations
Families of trench collapse victims find few answers to “Why?”
Buried alive in Blue Earth County: How one contractor’s missteps took one life, shattered others and ruined his business
[Special Report] Death by Trench: The business and human cost of trench-collapse fatalities
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NUCA holds third annual Trench Safety Stand Down, June 18-23
2016-2017 Trench Collapse Fatalities: The victims
7 ways to dig an early grave
Contractor Trench Safety Resources
What really influences safe practices in the trench?
Before you dig: Know your soil type
OSHA renews emphasis on preventing trench deaths
OSHA fines: The price you’ll pay
If you’re on the jobsite, OSHA could fine you even if the victim is not your employee
OSHA Partnerships: If you’re good at safety, here’s a way to get better
OSHA can help with consultation and training
Juries render multi-million-dollar awards in trench-collapse suits
The evolution of trench protection systems and how to choose the right one
What to expect when an OSHA compliance officer investigates
Expect more criminal charges in trench deaths
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Not So Great Escapes: Trench collapse survivors live with fear, disabilities and recriminations
Buried alive in Blue Earth County: How one contractor’s missteps took one life, shattered others and ruined his business.
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