Daily excavation checklist 2026

Here's how it works

01. Edit your excavation checklist online
Type text, add images, blackout confidential details, add comments, highlights and more.
02. Sign it in a few clicks
Draw your signature, type it, upload its image, or use your mobile device as a signature pad.
03. Share your form with others
Send daily excavation inspection checklist via email, link, or fax. You can also download it, export it or print it out.

How to use or fill out daily excavation checklist with our platform

Ease of Setup

DocHub User Ratings on G2

Ease of Use

DocHub User Ratings on G2

Click ‘Get Form’ to open the daily excavation checklist in the editor.
Begin by entering the Client/Project Name, Date, and Job Number at the top of the form. This information is crucial for tracking and accountability.
Fill in the Time, Approx. Wind Direction, and Project Location fields to provide context for the excavation activities.
Specify Excavation Depth/Width and Soil Classification to ensure safety measures are appropriate for the conditions.
Indicate if a Protective system was used and describe Activities in excavation along with identifying the Competent person responsible.
If the excavation is greater than 4 feet deep, select 'Yes' and ensure a Confined Space Permit is filled out before entry.
Review each section regarding employee protection, utilities management, wet conditions, hazardous atmospheres, and entry/exit protocols. Mark 'Yes', 'No', or 'N/A' as applicable.
Finally, keep one copy of this checklist on site during the project duration and forward the original to your safety director.

Start using our platform today to streamline your daily excavation checklist process for free!

See more excavation checklist versions

We've got more versions of the excavation checklist form. Select the right excavation checklist version from the list and start editing it straight away!

Versions	Form popularity	Fillable & printable
2016	4.2 Satisfied (36 Votes)

be ready to get more

Complete this form in 5 minutes or less

Get form

What is the 5 4 3 2 1 rule for excavation?

? ✅ 5 feet: Trenches 5 feet deep must have a protective system. ✅ 4 feet: Trenches over 4 feet need a ladder for exit and egress. ✅ 3 feet: Ladders should extend at least 3 feet above the excavation for easy access. ✅ 2 feet: Keep excavated materials 2 feet away from the edge of the trench.

What is the 6 foot rule for excavation?

OSHA requires employers to provide ladders, steps, ramps, or other safe means of egress for workers working in trench excavations 4 feet (1.22 meters) or deeper. The means of egress must be located so as not to require workers to travel more than 25 feet (7.62 meters) laterally within the trench.

What is the 2345 rule in excavation?

The 2,3,4,5,6 rule is a quick reminder for the basic requirements of trench safety 2 All spoil piles must be at least 2 back from the edge of the trench 3 The access ladder must extend 3 beyond the top of the protective system 4 When the trench hits a depth of 4, access and egress is now required 5 When the

What is the 5 4 3 2 1 excavation rule?

5 feet deep trenches must have a protective system in place. Trenches greater than 4 feet must have a ladder for exit and egress. Ladders should extend at least 3 feet from the excavation for easy access and easy exit. Place excavated materials 2 feet away from the edge of the excavation.