2020 CEA Spotlight: Best Fit-Out Project
Award Presenter: Mary Kate Radomski, Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc. Congratulations to Turner Construction Company, winner of the 2020 Construction Excellence Award for Best Fit-Out Project for the Entercom Office Fit-Out project! Other GBCA members involved in
Drexel Construction Management Online Graduate Information Session
On Thursday, November 19, 2020, Drexel University’s College of Engineering is hosting a virtual Information Session for its graduate programs. Dr. Christine Fiori and Jessica Cruz will host a break out session for the Construction Management Program. Drexel Engineering Online
Philadelphia Can ‘Build Back Better’ with Union Apprenticeships
Joe Ashdale, Business Manager/Secretary-Treasurer of IUPAT District Council 21, reflects on the vital role of apprenticeship programs for supporting Americans’ livelihoods and rebuilding the nation’s infrastructure. From WHYY: It’s National Apprenticeship Week from November 8-14 — a time to recognize
Apprenticeship Week Philly 2020
The School District of Philadelphia is holding a virtual event promoting apprenticeships to high school students. GBCA’s Director of Training and Workforce Development, Angela Hendrix, will be one of the speakers at the event. Apprenticeship Week Philly 2020 Date: Thursday,
Holiday Schedule: Thanksgiving 2020
Our collective bargaining agreements provide for the following with respect to the observance of Thanksgiving Day: Thursday, November 26, 2020. CARPENTERS, CEMENT MASONS, PLASTERERS, LABORERS, DRYWALL FINISHERS & RODSETTERS Not a paid holiday. If worked, Double-Time. OPERATING ENGINEERS Paid holiday.
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: Scaffold Foundations
This GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk discusses scaffold foundations, and requirements for competent persons assessing foundations before using scaffolds. Click below to download the Toolbox Talk as a handout (includes Sign-In Sheet). DOWNLOAD Scaffold Foundations Scaffolding is only
GBCA Member Spotlight: Stantec
At Stantec, a global company, they believe that communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, communities provide a foundation, a sense of place and belonging. That’s why at Stantec, they always design with community in mind.
GBCA COVID-19 Safety Drill
COVID-19 cases are rising in the Philadelphia region, and with Thanksgiving coming, GBCA urges all members of the commercial construction industry—from contractors to trades workers—to be safe. We are hosting a virtual stand down on Monday, November 23, at 10am,
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: COVID-19: Isolation and Quarantine
This GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk discusses the distinction between isolation and quarantine in relation to COVID-19 response (Updated December 3, 2020). Click below to download the Toolbox Talk as a handout (includes Sign-In Sheet). DOWNLOAD COVID-19: Isolation
PA811 Webcast: Gas Safety
Join PA811 for a natural gas and propane demonstration from Columbia Gas which includes discussion on natural gas/propane basics and characteristics, gas leaks, and emergency response. There will also be a valuable dialogue on the daily responsibilities of a Pennsylvania