Why Hydro Excavation Hydro Excavation is the process of using high-pressure water and vacuum to dig or excavate soil without damaging underground utilities. In cold weather, hot pressurized water is used, making it a non-destructive procedure. Hydro-excavation, commonly referred to as daylighting, potholing, or non-destructive excavation,...
Approximately, 2.1 million workers enter permit-required confined spaces each year. According to NIOSH, out of all the incidents that resulted in injuries or fatalities, 0% of them had a Confined Space Rescue Plan. The fatal accidents not only included people working in confined spaces, but...
In many industrial operations, commercial activities and even some residential projects where a space is designated as a Confined Space, it is essential to have the equipment necessary to be able to carry out a rescue, if and when necessary. Confined Spaces such as sewers,...
Although the term Confined Space seems self explanatory, it’s not always obvious when someone is actually working in a confined space that can pose a potential risk to their health and safety. Confined Spaces are hazardous places, and people can be severely injured or die if...