GBCA COVID-19 Webinar Series: Navigating the New Normal
GBCA is holding a five-part webinar series for the Philadelphia region's construction industry, as we all begin to navigate this new normal of working through a pandemic. Please join us on March 30, April 1, April 3, and April 6,
Resources for Businesses and Business Relief, and Unemployment Benefits for Workers Laid Off or with Reduced Hours
Many construction projects are being closed in Pennsylvania, meaning work stoppages. The following are government resources (federal, state, and city levels) regarding employers’ and employee’s rights and access to aid/funding due to loss of work in response to coronavirus (COVID-19).
Stay Engaged and Healthy While Social Distancing
Social distancing can mean long periods of isolation, which can lead to mental health issues, especially for those already suffering from psychological distress. Elissa Kozlov, a licensed clinical psychologist and instruction from Rutgers University, has several suggestions for avoiding mental
Philadelphia Updates and Permits Information, eCLIPSE Webinars, and Construction Site Security Webinar
As we continue to evaluate the coronavirus and its effects on the Philadelphia region, one of our primary goals as your association is to maintain a clear line of communication in order to support our members in maintaining a safe
Philadelphia L&I eCLIPSE Webinars and Information
Emergency systems repair and replacement are exempted from Philadelphia’s Stay at Home Order and may continue. Contractors must obtain permits within 3 days of the emergency repair or replacement. New permit applications must be filed using the eCLIPSE system. Philadelphia
Philadelphia L&I Make Safe Permits
Make-Safe Permits must be made in person at the L&I district office at 1512 Cecil B. Moore Avenue. You can find out more information about this process on this information sheet. DOWNLOAD
Kastle Systems Webinar on Construction Site Security
As construction sites are being shut down or facing shutdown throughout the country, site security becomes a critical need. GBCA member Kastle Systems has put together a webinar about its MobileSentry solution to help owner/developers, GCs, and the insurance community
Guidelines for Shutting Down a Construction Site
GBCA has compiled a guide to assist you in closing your projects due to the State-ordered shutdown. While it is not an all-inclusive, one size fits all guide, we hope it will help in this unprecedented time. DOWNLOAD
Philadelphia Stay at Home Order & March 27 End-Date for Construction Sites
Today the City of Philadelphia issued a Stay at Home order, further restricting activity in order to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. READ THE ORDER Throughout this situation GBCA has maintained communication with the Mayor’s office and they have
Philadelphia Construction Stop-Work Deadline Extension and Update on New Jersey
In response to Governor Wolf’s order to shut down construction sites in Pennsylvania, the Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections has extended the time for construction sites to safely close and offers the following guidance. Additional information will be provided