CPWR Working in Cold Weather Resource Library
Working outdoors in cold, wet, icy, or snowy conditions can lead to serious health risks such as hypothermia and frostbite. To help keep workers safe, CPWR has compiled a
MACSC and OSHA Join Forces to Enhance Construction Safety
The Mid-Atlantic Construction Safety Council (MACSC) has joined forces with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) through the OSHA Alliance Program. This collaboration represents a major step forward
OSHA and NAXSA Team Up to Host Free Trench Safety Summit
The Philadelphia regional Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) office has partnered with the North American Excavation Shoring Association (NAXSA) to host a free Trench Safety Summit. Join OSHA
EDA Contractors’ Ed DeAngelis Discusses Suicide Prevention on PHL17
In recognition of Suicide Prevention Month, which disproportionately affects the construction industry, PHL17 featured an important discussion with Ed DeAngelis, CEO of EDA Contractors, Inc. As the leader of
Eggs with OSHA: L&I Updates with Commissioner Merenda
On September 19, the General Building Contractors Association (GBCA) hosted its third Eggs with OSHA event of the year, focusing on the future direction of the L&I Division for
Geppert Bros., Inc. Hosts Heat Safety Stand Down
On August 27, Geppert Bros., Inc. demonstrated its commitment to employee safety by holding a Heat Safety Stand Down. GBCA’s Safety Consultant, Jim McGugan, discussed how to prevent heat-related
Clemens Construction Company Hosts Heat Safety Stand Down
On August 15, Clemens Construction Company held a Heat Safety Stand Down at its 1701 Market Street project. GBCA’s Safety Consultant, Jim McGugan, discussed how to prevent heat-related illnesses,
2024 Safety Awards Reception
On July 18, 2024, members of Philadelphia’s union commercial construction industry gathered to celebrate the exceptional safety records of GBCA members at the 2024 Safety Awards Reception. Held at
OSHA Safe + Sound Week 2024
Safe + Sound Week, August 12-18, 2024, is a nationwide event for workplaces to recognize and improve their safety and health programs and to offer information and ideas on
Med-Tex Services, Inc. To Host Excavation, Trenching and Soil Mechanics Course
Join Med-Tex Services, Inc. for an Excavation, Trenching and Soil Mechanics Course that covers the OSHA Excavation Standards and the safety and health aspects of excavation and trenching. Topics