Level 2 Award in Excavation and Trenching
The PIMS Level 2 Award in Excavation and Trenching develops practical competence in planning and carrying out excavation and trenching activities safely.The programme focuses on ground conditions, excavation eq...
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Program Overview
The PIMS Level 2 Award in Excavation and Trenching develops practical competence in planning and carrying out excavation and trenching activities safely.
The programme focuses on ground conditions, excavation equipment, protective systems, underground utilities, inspections, access and egress, emergency arrangements and site documentation.
What You'll Learn
- Excavation and Trenching Fundamentals
- Excavation Hazard Awareness
- Soil Types and Stability
- Ground Conditions
- Excavators and Trenching Equipment
- Shoring Systems
- Shielding and Trench Boxes
- Sloping and Benching
- Cave-In Prevention
- Underground Utility Awareness
- Safe Access and Egress
- Excavation Risk Assessment
- PPE Requirements
- Daily Excavation Inspection
- Weather and Ground Monitoring
- Emergency Response
- Trench-Collapse Awareness
- Inspection Records and Reporting
Empowering professionals with knowledge, practical understanding and stronger workplace skills.
PIMSWho Should Attend?
This PIMS Excavation and Trenching course is suitable for Construction Operatives, Site Supervisors, Civil Engineering Technicians, Utility Workers, Safety Officers and personnel involved in excavation activities.
Key Benefits
After completing the programme, learners should be better prepared to:
- Develop safe excavation and trenching competence
- Strengthen soil-stability awareness
- Improve protective-system selection knowledge
- Develop excavation hazard-control skills
- Improve site-inspection practices
- Strengthen emergency and documentation procedures
Assessment & Evaluation
- Assessment Type: Written examination and practical excavation project.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, applied case studies and hands-on trenching project.
- Total Questions: 60 theory questions plus 1 practical project.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 4–6 weeks (80–100 hours total).
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