Building a More Inclusive Industry Toolbox Talks
A safe construction workplace is where workers collaborate and look out for each other. The following toolbox talks are designed to introduce issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion that
Product Recalls: DeWalt and Fluke
Please check your equipment for these recently recalled products: DeWalt 18-inch Corded Chain Saws This recall involves the DeWALT DWCS600, Type 1 18-inch 15-amp corded chain saws. The chain
UPDATE: GBCA’s COVID-19 Exposure Recommended Response Flow Chart
Download the Recommended Response Protocols Flow Chart for COVID-19 Exposures that can be shared with workers, as well as posted on jobsites. This flow chart has been updated to reflect
Product Recall: Crosby Shackle
Crosby has determined that some 1″ G-209/S-209 Shackles with product codes 1018534 and 1018543 may have a condition that reduces the load capacity. The impacted shackles were shipped from Crosby
Competent Person for Safety at Heights Training
Med-Tex Services, Inc. is offering a Competent Person for Safety at Heights Training this week. Falls continue to be one of the leading causes of incidents and injuries on construction
OSHA Penalties Update and Injury/Illness Posting
OSHA has updated its maximum penalty amounts. Below are the maximum penalty amounts, with the annual adjustment for inflation, that may be assessed after Jan. 15, 2022. (See OSHA Memo,
Post Your OSHA Injury/Illness Forms
Just a quick reminder, establishments that are required to maintain OSHA Injury/Illness forms (300 log & 300A) for the calendar year 2021 need to complete and post their OSHA 300A
In 2022, Take Advantage of This GBCA Membership Benefit: Pennsylvania One Call System
One of the membership benefits with the GBCA is access to the Pennsylvania One Call System (PA 811). Any contractor digging or excavating needs to first contact the PA One
OSHA Withdraws COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing ETS
From the US Department of Labor: The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration is withdrawing the vaccination and testing emergency temporary standard issued on Nov. 5, 2021,
OSHA Policy on Recording and Reporting COVID-19 Cases
While OSHA’s COVID-19 Vaccination & Testing ETS is currently under a federal court stay, contractors must still remember OSHA’s current policy on recording and reporting COVID-19 cases. OSHA still requires