Excavation Emergency Response and Rescue Safety
A safety talk addressing what to do during excavation emergencies and why unplanned rescue is dangerous.
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Key Hazards
- Secondary cave-ins during rescue
- Untrained personnel attempting rescue
- Delayed emergency response
2–3 Minute Talk Script
Excavation emergency response safety is critical because unplanned rescue often creates more victims.
If a cave-in occurs, call emergency services immediately.
Workers must not enter collapsed excavations without proper rescue training and equipment.
Emergency plans should be discussed before work begins.
Safety Reminders
- Call emergency services immediately.
- Do not attempt untrained rescue.
- Account for all workers.
- Follow emergency response plans.
Ask the Crew
- What is our emergency response plan?
- Who contacts emergency services?