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March 11, 2026 ·6 min read

Excavation Safety: Complete Job Site Best Practices Guide

Excavation work ranks among the most dangerous operations in construction, with cave-ins capable of killing workers in seconds. This comprehensive guide walks through OSHA requirements, protective system selection, soil classification, and the daily protocols every competent person and crew member must follow to keep job sites safe and compliant.

March 11, 2026 ·15 min read

What I Look For When Hiring Drivers and Operators

Hiring the wrong driver or operator can derail a project, inflate your costs, and expose your company to serious liability. After years in the earthwork and excavation business, here's exactly what separates the candidates worth hiring from the ones you should pass on.