Florida Statute 553.64 – Part III: Trench Safety Act (2011)

Florida Statute 553.64, Part III—known as the Trench Safety Act—sets the life-critical requirements for trenching and excavation safety on construction sites. This statute exists to prevent catastrophic injuries, fatalities, and costly enforcement actions by defining when protective systems are required and how compliance is evaluated. Contractors and supervisors who understand 553.64 don’t just pass inspections—they protect lives, projects, and their businesses.

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