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Washington State Seeks Input on New Excavation, Trenching, and Shoring Work Plan Rules
Washington’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) is moving to make changes to its excavation, trenching, and shoring standard, and they want to hear from employers. On February 10-12, 2026, Washington’s State Department of Labor & Industries will hold public hearings on DOSH’s proposal to amend Chapter 296-155-655 WAC, Part N, the Evacuation, Trenching, and Shoring safety standards.
