Trench Safety & Shoring

As North America’s largest supplier of specialized trench safety rental products and safety training, United Rentals is your single source for advanced, cost-effective trench safety rentals. From trench shielding and hydraulic shoring to bedding containers, we have the trench products you need to keep your crew safe underground. We also offer a full supply of confined space safety equipment, including gas monitors/detectors, confined space retrieval systems and confined space blowers.

United Rentals is more than just products. Our registered professional engineers can help from design planning to on-site consultation. We can build site-specific engineered trenching systems using our rental equipment or customer-owned equipment. Plus, our safety training classes will keep your crew up to speed on the latest safety regulations and techniques. Download our helpful guide on Trench Safety and please contact us to learn how United Rentals can help you.

FAQs about Trench Safety & Shoring

What is a trench box?

A trench box is a protective system designed to protect workers from the pressure and weight of the soil in the event of a cave-in. Trench boxes can also be called trench shields or trench sheets.

What three things make a confined space?

The three things that define a confined space are limited or restricted means of entry or exit, the space is not intended for continuous human occupancy, and the space is large enough for a human to enter and conduct work.

Who is considered a competent person for trench safety?

OSHA defines a competent person as "one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them."

Cat Class Code

500-0820

Deflection Gauge / Mandrel, 6" 5%

Steel Deflection Gauge
Allows rocks to pass through
Rugged Design

Cat Class Code

500-8361

Flow Thru Plug, 12 - 18"

Inflation Range: 12" - 18"
Bypass Plug
Rugged Design

Cat Class Code

940-9845

Size: 6' x 6'
Telescoping spreaders
Light Weight Trench Shield

Cat Class Code

942-9257

Aluminum Trench Box, 6' x 8'

Cat Class Code

942-9092

Aluminum Trench Box, 8' x 10'

Size: 8' x 10'
Telescoping spreaders
Light Weight Trench Shield

Cat Class Code

942-9111

Aluminum Trench Box, 8' x 12'

Cat Class Code

942-9116

Aluminum Trench Box, 8' x 14'

Size: 8' x 14'
Telescoping spreaders
Light Weight Trench Shield

Cat Class Code

942-9310

Aluminum Trench Box, 8' x 16'

Size: 8' x 16'
Telescoping spreaders
Light Weight Trench Shield

Cat Class Code

942-9084

Aluminum Trench Box, 8' x 8'

Size: 8' x 8'
Telescoping spreaders
Light Weight Trench Shield

Cat Class Code

940-9634

Arch Spreader Extension, 4 ft.

Weight: 465 lbs.
Large Pipe Clearance
High Pipe Clearance

Cat Class Code

941-9712

Bedding Box, 12 yd.

Standard-duty
Tapered End
Low 44" profile allows fill from either end or side
Convenient tapered ends 
Top frame, with inner hardwood core

Cat Class Code

941-9705

Bedding Box, 5 yd.

Standard-duty
Tapered End

Cat Class Code

900-0250

Composite Matting

Size (actual): 7.5’ (L) x 14’ (W) x 4” (D) 2.286m x 4.267m x 10.16cm
Weight: 1,095 lbs (496.7 kg)
Flange thickness: 2” (5.08cm)
Base material: HDPE
Weight load: 600 psi, depending on subsurface conditions
Contact your Trench Safety representative for more information

Cat Class Code

554-1005

Concrete Jersey (K-rail) Barrier Wall, 10 ft.

Utility barrier standard for perimeter security
Designed for highway traffic, these cement dividers serve to protect from vehicular impact
Extremely durable with reinforced welded cages for even more strength
Forklift knockouts for easier placement
Request information about this 10' concrete jersey (k-rail) barrier

Cat Class Code

554-1020

Concrete Jersey (K-rail) Barrier Wall, 20 ft.

Utility barrier standard for perimeter security
Designed for highway traffic, these cement dividers serve to protect from vehicular impact
Extremely durable with reinforced welded cages for even more strength
Forklift knockouts for easier placement
Request information about this 20' concrete jersey (k-rail) barrier

Cat Class Code

943-5424

Weight: 1,085 lbs.
Large Pipe Clearance
High Pipe Clearance

Cat Class Code

940-9632

Extension For Arch Spreader, 2'

Weight: 255 lbs.
Large Pipe Clearance
High Pipe Clearance

Cat Class Code

940-9633

Extension For Arch Spreader, 3'

Weight: 360 lbs.
Large Pipe Clearance
High Pipe Clearance

Cat Class Code

940-9638

Extension For Arch Spreader, 8'

Weight: 880 lbs.
Large Pipe Clearance
High Pipe Clearance

Cat Class Code

943-5645

OSHA Approved
Easy Installation
Light Weight

Cat Class Code

500-8380

Flow Thru Plug, 24 - 48" w/4" Outlet

Inflation Range: 24" - 48"
Bypass Plug
Rugged Design

Cat Class Code

500-8321

Flow Thru Plug, 6 - 10"

Inflation Range: 6" - 10"
Bypass Plug
Rugged Design

Cat Class Code

500-8335

Flow Thru Plug, 8 - 12"

Inflation Range: 8" - 12"
Bypass Plug
Rugged Design

Cat Class Code

550-8032

Gas Detector, 5 Gas

5 Gas O2, CO, H2S, LEL, SO2
Very Rugged Instrument
Easy Calibration

Cat Class Code

944-9891

Ground Release Shackle

Cat Class Code

940-6950

Hand Pump For Shoring

Hand Pump
Easy Installation
Light Weight

Cat Class Code

944-9645

Calibrated Gauges
Easy Use

Cat Class Code

944-9974

Manhole Tester, 38", Complete

Calibrated Gauges
Easy Use

Cat Class Code

944-9967

Manhole Vacuum Test Cover 30" - 36"

Calibrated Gauges
Easy Use

Cat Class Code

944-9961

Manhole Vacuum Test Pump

Calibrated Gauges
Easy Use

Cat Class Code

944-9775

Steep grade option available, "rake-in" up to 100%
Line range of 20 degrees
Grade range of -15% to +40%
Easy to use
Uses: Inspect piping or conduit for grade
Add this pipe laser to your cart now

Cat Class Code

944-9898

Inflation Range: 24" - 48"
Ideal for line acceptance or leak location testing
Rugged Design

Cat Class Code

944-9987

Weight: 4,899 lbs.
Thickness: 1"
Quick Lifting Devices
Skid Proof Available
Unit weights 4,899 lbs.
1" thickness
Designed with quick lifting devices
Skid proof models available

Cat Class Code

500-8774

Rope & Reel, 1/4" x 500'

500' Rope Line
Rugged Design

Cat Class Code

943-7430

8000 lb. recommended safe working load
Flat stacking: simple hookup with plates flat on the ground or stacked plate-to-plate – never a need to reach under a plate
Quick and easy connection provides centered, single-point lift for better balance and control
Specially designed plastic insert (available on request) fills the lifting hole for the safety of crossing traffic
Plates should be secured from lateral movement while in use by means of materials such as asphalt-base cold mix

Cat Class Code

944-9909

Steel Crossing Road Plate 4 ft. by 12 ft.

8000 lb. recommended safe working load
Flat stacking: simple hookup with plates flat on the ground or stacked plate-to-plate – never a need to reach under a plate
Quick and easy connection provides centered, single-point lift for better balance and control
Specially designed plastic insert (available on request) fills the lifting hole for the safety of crossing traffic
Plates should be secured from lateral movement while in use by means of materials such as asphalt-base cold mix

Cat Class Code

944-9914

Steel Crossing Road Plate 4 ft. by 8 ft.

8000 lb. recommended safe working load
Flat stacking: simple hookup with plates flat on the ground or stacked plate-to-plate – never a need to reach under a plate
Quick and easy connection provides centered, single-point lift for better balance and control
Specially designed plastic insert (available on request) fills the lifting hole for the safety of crossing traffic
Plates should be secured from lateral movement while in use by means of materials such as asphalt-base cold mix

Cat Class Code

944-9924

Steel Crossing Road Plate 5 ft. by 10 ft.

8000 lb. recommended safe working load
Flat stacking: simple hookup with plates flat on the ground or stacked plate-to-plate – never a need to reach under a plate
Quick and easy connection provides centered, single-point lift for better balance and control
Specially designed plastic insert (available on request) fills the lifting hole for the safety of crossing traffic
Plates should be secured from lateral movement while in use by means of materials such as asphalt-base cold mix

Cat Class Code

944-9926

Steel Crossing Road Plate 5 ft. by 12 ft.

8000 lb. recommended safe working load
Flat stacking: simple hookup with plates flat on the ground or stacked plate-to-plate – never a need to reach under a plate
Quick and easy connection provides centered, single-point lift for better balance and control
Specially designed plastic insert (available on request) fills the lifting hole for the safety of crossing traffic
Plates should be secured from lateral movement while in use by means of materials such as asphalt-base cold mix

Cat Class Code

944-9920

Steel Crossing Road Plate 5 ft. by 8 ft.

8000 lb. recommended safe working load
Flat stacking: simple hookup with plates flat on the ground or stacked plate-to-plate – never a need to reach under a plate
Quick and easy connection provides centered, single-point lift for better balance and control
Specially designed plastic insert (available on request) fills the lifting hole for the safety of crossing traffic
Plates should be secured from lateral movement while in use by means of materials such as asphalt-base cold mix

Cat Class Code

944-9932

Steel Crossing Road Plate 6 ft. by 12 ft.

8000 lb. recommended safe working load
Flat stacking: simple hookup with plates flat on the ground or stacked plate-to-plate – never a need to reach under a plate
Quick and easy connection provides centered, single-point lift for better balance and control
Specially designed plastic insert (available on request) fills the lifting hole for the safety of crossing traffic
Plates should be secured from lateral movement while in use by means of materials such as asphalt-base cold mix

Cat Class Code

944-9942

Steel Crossing Road Plate 8 ft. by 10 ft.

8000 lb. recommended safe working load
Flat stacking: simple hookup with plates flat on the ground or stacked plate-to-plate – never a need to reach under a plate
Quick and easy connection provides centered, single-point lift for better balance and control
Specially designed plastic insert (available on request) fills the lifting hole for the safety of crossing traffic
Plates should be secured from lateral movement while in use by means of materials such as asphalt-base cold mix

Cat Class Code

944-9943

Steel Crossing Road Plate 8 ft. by 12 ft.

8000 lb. recommended safe working load
Flat stacking: simple hookup with plates flat on the ground or stacked plate-to-plate – never a need to reach under a plate
Quick and easy connection provides centered, single-point lift for better balance and control
Specially designed plastic insert (available on request) fills the lifting hole for the safety of crossing traffic
Plates should be secured from lateral movement while in use by means of materials such as asphalt-base cold mix

Cat Class Code

944-9944

Steel Crossing Road Plate 8 ft. by 16 ft.

8000 lb. recommended safe working load
Flat stacking: simple hookup with plates flat on the ground or stacked plate-to-plate – never a need to reach under a plate
Quick and easy connection provides centered, single-point lift for better balance and control
Specially designed plastic insert (available on request) fills the lifting hole for the safety of crossing traffic
Plates should be secured from lateral movement while in use by means of materials such as asphalt-base cold mix

Cat Class Code

944-9946

Steel Crossing Road Plate 8 ft. by 20 ft.

8000 lb. recommended safe working load
Flat stacking: simple hookup with plates flat on the ground or stacked plate-to-plate – never a need to reach under a plate
Quick and easy connection provides centered, single-point lift for better balance and control
Specially designed plastic insert (available on request) fills the lifting hole for the safety of crossing traffic
Plates should be secured from lateral movement while in use by means of materials such as asphalt-base cold mix

Cat Class Code

944-9940

Steel Crossing Road Plate 8 ft. by 8 ft.

8000 lb. recommended safe working load
Flat stacking: simple hookup with plates flat on the ground or stacked plate-to-plate – never a need to reach under a plate
Quick and easy connection provides centered, single-point lift for better balance and control
Specially designed plastic insert (available on request) fills the lifting hole for the safety of crossing traffic
Plates should be secured from lateral movement while in use by means of materials such as asphalt-base cold mix

Cat Class Code

500-8830