Gilbane Joins Amtrak’s 30th Street Station Project Team
Amtrak has selected a development team to lead its $400 million renovation at Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station. Gilbane Building Company has been named as part of the team. This renovation includes adding retail and offices spaces, as well as improve
The Rising Importance of Virtual Walk-Throughs for Construction Professionals
During COVID-19 response, the number of people permitted on an active construction site was reduced to help social distancing. Virtual walk-throughs and progress reports once were for executives and stakeholders who could not be present, and usually presented after the
Job Opportunity: Safety Director for Clemens Construction Company
Clemens Construction Company is looking for a new Safety Director to join its team! Position Description: Safety Director The Safety Director will be accountable for creating a safe, accident-free, healthy work environment for all active projects and promote, train, and
CPWR Webinar: Safety in Action on a Job Site
As work continues and starts up across the country, construction employers, unions, and other industry stakeholders are looking for ways to prevent the spread of the disease on job sites. CPWR COVID-19 Webinar Series: Safety in Action – An Example
GBCA Advocacy: City Hall Updates
L&I Fees to increase 3.5% on all permits filed on or after July 1st Effective for all applications filed after July 1st – L&I has implemented cost of living adjustments to all of its license and permit costs. A 3.5%
FDA Advises Against Eskbiochem Hand Sanitizer Products
The FDA advises consumers not to use any hand sanitizer manufactured by Eskbiochem due to the potential presence of methanol (wood alcohol), a substance that can be toxic when absorbed through the skin or ingested. FDA has identified the following products
OSHA Focus Four Toolbox Talk: Preventing Injuries with Skid Steer Loaders
This year, GBCA is participating in OSHA’s Focus Four Campaign, providing resources to avoid incidents involving OSHA’s Focus Four hazards. This month, we’re featuring resources on Caught-in/Between hazards and this week’s toolbox talk is about preventing injuries with skid steer
OSHA Focus Four Toolbox Talk: Working Safely Near Moving/Energized Parts
This year, GBCA is participating in OSHA’s Focus Four Campaign, providing resources to avoid incidents involving OSHA’s Focus Four hazards. This month, we’re featuring resources on Caught-in/Between hazards and this week’s toolbox talk is about working safely near moving/energized parts.
Insurers Not Required to Cover “Return-to-Work” COVID-19 Tests
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services recently put out new guidance on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the FFCRA), the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the CARES Act), and other health coverage issues related to COVID-19.
Skanska Adapts to Keep Workers Safe in Projects Running During COVID-19 Response
Todd Lofgren, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Skanska USA Building, spoke with Construction Dive about how Skanska adapted to COVID-19 safety requirements to continue work on the University of Delaware’s Worrilow Hall project. In addition to increased health