Construction excavation notification
Complete this online form to notify WorkSafe at least three days before starting construction excavation work.
You must notify WorkSafe about construction excavation work
You must notify WorkSafe three days before construction excavation work involving:
- a trench (if the excavated depth is more than 1.5 metres)
- a shaft (if the excavated depth is more than two metres)
- a tunnel
If the construction excavation would be deep enough for a person to enter or there is a health and safety risk to anyone from the excavation.
WorkSafe Advisory
WorkSafe's advisory service is available between 7:30am and 6:30pm Monday to Friday. If you need more support, you can also contact WorkSafe using the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) or the National Relay Service.
