21 reactions | Trenches can pose risks to workers and unsafe trenching has led to fatalities. Learn about the risk controls for safe trenching and safeguard your employees and yourself. www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/trenching | WorkSafe Victoria | Facebook

Since 2017, there have been four fatalities due to trenching incidents at Victorian construction worksites. Safeguard your employees and yourself. Use the trenching controls or risk jail. www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/trenching-controls | WorkSafe Victoria | Facebook

WorkSafe is warning employers and workers to take trenching safety seriously following several incidents and fatalities in recent years. Hear from inspector Brian Chamberlin about the importance of following guidelines, developing a safe work method statement and maintaining safe practices when undertaking trenching works. www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/resources/safe-work-method-statements-swms | WorkSafe Victoria