Free safety course on excavations, trenches given by UCSD in a classroom environment

The University of California, San Diego is partnering with the CNMI in providing a free safety course on excavations and trenches.

The four-hour course, which will be held in a classroom-style setting , will take place on March 6-10, 2023, is designed to equip construction workers, contractors, and safety officers with the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure a safe working environment in excavation and trenching operations. Those interested in participating need to choose only one of which day to attend.

The training on March 6 will take place on Saipan, from 12:30pm to 4:30pm, at the American Memorial Park Theater.

There will be two trainings on March 7 on Saipan. The first will take place from 8am to 12pm, at the American Memorial Park Theater. The second training will take place from 12:30pm to 4:30pm, also at the American Memorial Park Theater.

There will also be two trainings on March 8 on Saipan. The first will be from 8am to 12pm, at the American Memorial Park Theater. The second training will be from12:30pm to 4:30pm, also at the American Memorial Park Theater.

The March 9 training will be on Tinian, from 9am to 1pm at the Tinian Public Library.

The final training on March 10 will be on Rota, from 9am to 1pm, at the Northern Marianas College Rota campus.

Excavation and trenching are among the most hazardous construction activities, and workers who are not properly trained are at high risk of accidents and fatalities. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, excavation and trenching accidents have resulted in numerous injuries and fatalities. To prevent such accidents, UCSD and CNMI have teamed up to provide this free safety course in a classroom environment.

The course will cover topics such as soil classification, protective systems, and safe work practices. Participants will also learn about the relevant OSHA regulations and how to comply with them. The course will be taught by experienced instructors who have extensive knowledge of excavation and trenching safety.

The course is open to anyone who is involved in excavation and trenching operations in the CNMI. The course will take place at a convenient location in the CNMI and will be conducted in a classroom environment. Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate of completion.

“We are thrilled to partner with CNMI in providing this important safety training,” said Dr. Mary Walshok, UCSD’s vice chancellor for Public Programs. “Our goal is to equip workers and employers with the knowledge and skills they need to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.”

To register for the free safety course on excavations and trenches, contact the CNMI OSHA Consultation Office at (670) 664-3155 or email at jignacio@dol.gov.mp by stating the employee name, company name, and date of course. There are only 30 seats available each day. (PR/Saipan Tribune)