1 The excavation is less than 7-1/2 feet (2.5 meters) deep or is benched for at least 2 feet (.61 meters) horizontally for every 5 feet (1.52 meters) or less of vertical height;  The bottom of the excavation, from the excavation face to the formwork or wall, is at least 2 feet (.61 meters) wide, and wider if possible;
The definition of a detriment is  something that can cause damage, injury or harm. An example of a detriment to your health is not eating healthy foods.
causing detriment, as loss or injury; damaging; harmful. noun. 2. a detrimental person or thing. Origin of detrimental. 1650-1660.