The protective system that uses an engineered enclosure to shield the work area and protect workers from cave-ins is called shielding. This system employs structures like trench boxes to create a safe working environment. Other methods such as sloping, benching, and shoring do not provide the same type of enclosure as shielding does. ;
The protective system designed to shield the work area and protect workers from cave-ins is called shielding. Shielding uses structures like trench boxes to create a safe environment for workers in excavations. This method is essential for ensuring safety during construction activities involving deep digs.
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