Trench Shoring Consultants for NYC, Manhattan, The Boroughs, Nassau County, Suffolk County, Long Island, and New Jersey - Kagaoan Engineering

Kagaoan Engineering has a team of experts in geotechnical engineering and trench shoring consulting ready to help New Jersey businesses in both the private and public sectors. Our workers come from technical backgrounds where certifications and licenses are necessary. We provide professionals with the qualifications that OSHA recognizes to inspect, build, and protect trenches for any site or project.

The most massive digs require that an engineer stay on-site to inspect the trench for deadly gasses, water seepage, or shifting soil. Any problems are easy to address when an expert like one of our geotechnical engineers is present. Sites with excavations at least twenty feet into the ground meet the criteria for a deep trench.

Our trench shoring consultants explain that shielding means equipment that protects crews in case of wall collapses. Shoring refers to the creation of walls with hydraulic equipment or a wooden form to hold back walls and prevent cave-ins. Wooden shields or soldier boarding protect smaller dig sites. Shielding is not as adequate as shoring meaning that it is helpful in shallow excavations, too. Sloping means that the dirt is at an angle to reduce the chance of collapses. Beam and plate is a more rigid wall system using I-beams to strengthen trenches. Our team at Kagaoan Engineering can help your construction manager determine the best materials for your dig.

OSHA says that excavations are some of the most dangerous projects in the industry. Worker safety is paramount. Other security requirements such as identifying subsurface utility lines and pipes are necessary too. Protecting adjacent structures is a vital part of performing a dig near other buildings. Engineers must determine all the risks and potential dangers while knowing how often to inspect the trench. For instance, federal regulations require excavation sites to have an inspection after it rains. Heavy equipment cannot go near the edge of the trench when workers are inside.

The deeper your dig site, the more chances that problems can arise from improper airflow, underground gasses, and low oxygen in the trench. Engineers understand the potential issues and what solutions work best for these situations. The assessments are critical to the health and safety of the crew, making it necessary for an engineer to be on-site during the dig.

Our teams have degrees and backgrounds in scientific fields like geology. We employ designers, engineers, architects, and other experts to form groups that help local business owners in the New Jersey area. We have years of local experience, letting us navigate the permitting process easier and faster than most. Our team works to find cost-effective solutions to trench shoring, caisson placement, and foundation shoring needs in and around the state.

Because trench shoring is a hazardous job, we work to keep your site safe and secure throughout the excavation process. Our goal is to help local business owners meet regulations and keep the job safe and on time. We look at the overall picture and work with your team to develop a plan that works for your company. 

To find out more about our services, or to schedule a consultation with one of our technical teams, please contact us.