SafetyQuestion 1262 of 1605
Excavated spoil, materials, and equipment must be kept at least how far back from the edge of an excavation?
a.1 foot
b.6 inches
c.10 feet
d.2 feet (or use retaining devices)
Explanation
1926.651(j)(2) requires spoils and equipment to be kept at least 2 feet from the excavation edge, or retained by devices, to prevent material from falling in on workers.
Law Reference: 29 CFR 1926.651(j)(2)Practice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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