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Field Studies with Innovative Safe Excavation Technology, Final Research Report.

PB2006101507

Publication Date	2005
Personal Author	Bernold, L. E.
Page Count	32
Abstract	This research project focused on two specific work related hazards of pipe installation, cave-ins and underground utilities. Both thrusts addressed the problems through technological interventions. This final report presents an exciting and successful endeavor that produced tangible results ready to be deployed in the field to save lives and increase productivity at the same time.
Keywords	Hazards Excavation Safety Pipes(Tubes) Technology innovation Installation Pipelines Underground utilities
Source Agency	National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Corporate Authors	North Carolina State Univ. at Raleigh.; National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Washington, DC.
Supplemental Notes	Sponsored by National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Washington, DC.
Document Type	Technical Report
NTIS Issue Number	200605

Field Studies with Innovative Safe Excavation Technology, Final Research Report.

Field Studies with Innovative Safe Excavation Technology, Final Research Report.
PB2006101507

Publication Date	2005
Personal Author	Bernold, L. E.
Page Count	32
Abstract	This research project focused on two specific work related hazards of pipe installation, cave-ins and underground utilities. Both thrusts addressed the problems through technological interventions. This final report presents an exciting and successful endeavor that produced tangible results ready to be deployed in the field to save lives and increase productivity at the same time.
Keywords	Hazards Excavation Safety Pipes(Tubes) Technology innovation Installation Pipelines Underground utilities
Source Agency	National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Corporate Authors	North Carolina State Univ. at Raleigh.; National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Washington, DC.
Supplemental Notes	Sponsored by National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Washington, DC.
Document Type	Technical Report
NTIS Issue Number	200605