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trench shoring
July 16, 2025

Planning for Trench Shoring

A strategic approach is needed for safety, efficiency and productivity.

Compared to the use of trench warfare in the Race to the Sea during the First World War, more than a century ago, modern trenching does not need to withstand cannon fire—but it is still some of the riskiest work on a job site. Without the right equipment and proper planning, it can be dangerous and costly.


Compared to the use of trench warfare in the Race to the Sea during the First World War, more than a century ago, modern trenching does not need to withstand cannon fire—but it is still some of the riskiest work on a job site. Without the right equipment and proper planning, it can be dangerous and costly.

Fortunately, advances in civil engineering, improvements in equipment and updates to safety standards have made trenching work safer and more efficient than ever. An increased awareness of the risks, through additional training and education around shoring systems, has helped crews work with confidence.

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