COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Extended
The US Department of Health and Human Services has extended the public health emergency declared for COVID-19. The public health emergency has extended to January 22, 2021. Conner Strong &
COVID-19 Safety Protocols that Work: Lessons from Philadelphia’s Commercial Construction Industry
GBCA has worked hard since COVID-19 response began in March 2020, working with industry partners to produce safety protocols that would keep Philadelphia’s commercial construction industry working and safe. Since
Construction Safety in the Age of COVID
On October 13, Drexel University’s Construction Management Program is hosting a virtual panel discussion about the latest issues in construction safety. Panelists will discuss how the construction industry responded to
Make Sure All Workers on Site Are Wearing a Mask
On Monday, October 5, 2020, the Audits and Investigations Unit of the Department of Licenses and Inspections released a reminder to all contractors to be sure that all workers on
AGC ConstructorCast: The Impact of COVID-19 on Construction Workforce
Listen to this episode of AGC’s ConstructorCast: The Impact of COVID-19 on Construction Workforce. Since the start of the pandemic, the construction industry has shed more than 400,000 jobs as
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: COVID-19 and Flu: Similarities and Differences
This GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk lays out the similarities and differences between COVID-19 and influenza (Updated November 11, 2020). Click below to download the Toolbox Talk as a handout (includes
CPWR Webinar: Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has added to many people's anxiety and stress. Understanding how to respond to these emotions in yourself, co-workers, and employees is important for safety on and off
L&I Issues Reminder about COVID-19 Related Construction Requirements
On August 5, 2020, the Audit & Inspections Unit for the Philadelphia Department of Licenses & Inspections sent a letter to contractors outlining guidelines to avoid fines. This letter includes
COVID-19 Quarantine Versus Isolation: What’s the Difference and How Long Should They Be?
To help stop the spread of COVID-19, it’s important to understand the distinction between isolation and quarantine. With regards to time away from work, employees should follow their companies’ COVID-19
Understanding COVID-19 Contact Tracing
In an attempt to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends contact tracing. In the case of COVID-19, the CDC performs the following