Question

What is the term for a framework of wood or metal installed to prevent caving of trench walls?

a) Trench Box
b) Sloping
c) Haunching
d) Shoring

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Shoring (Shoring system) means a structure such as a metal hydraulic, mechanical or timber shoring system that supports the sides of an excavation and which is designed to prevent cave-ins.