06/24/2026
Last week, Park Construction participated in Trench Safety Stand Down Week, an annual initiative led by the National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) to raise awareness about trenching and excavation hazards and reinforce safe excavation practices. The program encourages employers to pause and have direct conversations with crews about trench safety, protective systems, and hazard recognition.
Throughout the week, our safety team met with utility crews across the company to review trench safety fundamentals, discuss real-world jobsite challenges, and reinforce the importance of planning work safely before excavation begins.
Trenching and excavation remain among the most hazardous activities in construction, which is why proper protective systems, hazard assessments, and ongoing communication are so important. Trench Safety Stand Down Week serves as a valuable reminder that every employee has a role in creating a safe jobsite and looking out for one another.
Thank you to our utility crews and supervisors for taking the time to participate and for their continued commitment to working safely every day.