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July 24, 2025

Weigh in on new trenching rules

By JOURNAL STAFF

TUMWATER — The State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is evaluating new rules on excavation, trenching and shoring and is seeking feedback and participation from stakeholders.

L&I's Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) is considering amending construction safety standards to require employers to develop and implement a written work plan detailing appropriate risk analysis prior to beginning any work that requires a protective system (such as trenching, shoring and excavations).


 
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