OSHA Increases Number of Compliance Officers in Philadelphia
On June 13, at a Building Trades Association meeting, OSHA representatives announced that Philadelphia’s OSHA Office has hired three new Compliance Officers. To prepare for inspections, GBCA members are encouraged to perform mock audits, hold regular safety toolbox talks, and
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: Demolition Safety
In June, GBCA will continue providing resources in support of OSHA’s Focus Four Campaign. This month, the focus is on Caught-In or –Between Hazards. Click below to download Toolbox Talks on avoiding getting caught, stuck, or even crushed on the
GBCA Member Spotlight: Unique Scaffolding Systems
Unique Scaffolding Systems is a New Jersey based, owner-operated, scaffold erecting and dismantling contractor doing business in the tri-state area since 2008. They specialize in all aspects of scaffolding including masonry and systems scaffold, heavy duty sidewalk bridges, stair towers
July 4 Holiday Hours
In preparation for the July 4th holiday, please be advised of the below rules for observing the holiday: CARPENTERS, CEMENT MASONS, DRYWALL FINISHERS, LABORERS, PLASTERERS & RODSETTERS Not a paid holiday. If worked, Double-Time. OPERATING ENGINEERS Paid Holiday. Employees employed
2019 Golf Outing
On Monday, June 17, GBCA hosted the 2019 Golf Outing at the Philadelphia Cricket Club. This year’s Golf Outing was not only the biggest Golf Outing of the last 4 years, but it also sold out for the 4th year
Congratulations to the 2019 ULI Philadelphia Awards for Excellence Winners!
Congratulations to the GBCA members that worked on Urban Land Institute Philadelphia’s 2019 Willard G. “Bill” Rouse III Awards for Excellence winning projects! These awards celebrate the region’s development accomplishments, honoring urban visionary and civic leader, and the awards’ namesake,
Butz Family of Companies Ranks Among Top Contracting Firms on ENR List
The Butz Family of Companies, consisting of Alexander Building Construction Co., Alvin H. Butz, Inc. and Shoemaker Construction Co., is once again ranked on Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) list of the Top 400 Contractors in 2019. The firm has been consistently
Welcome New GBCA Members!
On June 10, 2019, GBCA’s Board of Directors approved and welcomed 6 new members. Please join us in welcoming them! Associate Members Binsky Snyder LLC Affiliate Members Herc Rentals PPG Industries STV Construction, Inc. TBS Services, Inc. Woodland Building
2019 Alex’s Lemonade Stand at GBCA
On Friday, June 14 from 10am – 2pm, GBCA’s Construction Leadership Council held an Alex’s Lemonade Stand outside GBCA’s office. Members of the CLC Steering Committee offered lemonade, cookies, pretzels, and pizza to passers-by for donations to Alex’s Lemonade Stand.
New Revenue Recognition Rules to Impact the Construction Industry
Whether you are an owner, controller, bonding agent or lender, you need to know how the new revenue recognition rules impact the financial statements of companies operating in the construction industry. Wouch Maloney & Co. is holding an event to