Get Daily Trenching Log

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to effectively complete the DAILY TRENCHING LOG online. Understanding each section and field of this form is essential for accurate documentation and compliance with safety standards.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your DAILY TRENCHING LOG online.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in your web editor.
2. Begin by filling in the 'Date' field with the current date.
3. Next, provide your 'Signature' to validate the document.
4. Record the 'Weather' conditions at the time of filling out the log.
5. Indicate the 'Project' name to identify the specific work site.
6. Mark whether the One Call System was contacted by selecting 'Yes,' 'No,' or 'N/A'.
7. Specify the 'Protective system' being used by checking the appropriate box: Trench shield, Wood shoring, Sloping, or Other.
8. State the 'Purpose of trenching' by selecting from the provided options: Drainage, Water, Sewer, Gas, or Other. Provide details if needed.
9. Indicate if visual soil tests were made and specify the type of test conducted.
10. Similarly, note if manual soil tests were performed and provide the type of test.
11. Identify the 'Type of soil' by selecting Stable Rock, Type A, Type B, or Type C.
12. Determine if there are any 'Surface encumbrances' and if they have been secured.
13. Indicate 'Water conditions' by selecting Wet, Dry, or Submerged.
14. State if a hazardous atmosphere exists and follow necessary confined space entry procedures if applicable.
15. Assess whether the trenching or excavation is exposed to public vehicular traffic and follow required protocols.
16. Provide measurements of the trench in depth, length, and width.
17. Confirm if a ladder is within 25 feet of all workers.
18. Ensure that excavated material is stored two feet or more from the edge of excavation.
19. Note if employees are exposed to public vehicular traffic and check if warning vests are required.
20. State if other utilities are protected by marking 'Yes' or 'No'.
21. Indicate if sewer or natural gas lines are exposed and follow safety procedures as necessary.
22. Document if periodic inspections are conducted throughout the day.
23. Finally, confirm if employees have received safety training in excavation hazards.

Complete your DAILY TRENCHING LOG online to ensure safety and compliance.