GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: July 23, 2018
The weather this week is looking like increased thunderstorm activity in Philadelphia. As we build our skyline up, we need to be careful about weather forces coming down upon us!This week’s GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk discusses Lightning Safety: For more information
GBCA Member Spotlight: July 23, 2018
In business since 1995, Applewood Enterprises, Inc. offers services ranging from exterior and interior painting, masonry and steel coatings, traffic coatings, sealers, epoxies, polished concrete, and other floor coating solutions. They are a certified WBE. At Applewood Enterprises, they believe
Marketing a Family Business: Kieffer’s Appliances Featured in AGC Newsletter
Christa Ward, Marketing Director for Kieffer’s Appliances, was featured in the July issue of AGC of America’s Building Material newsletter. Ward provides the Business Development Best Practice article.Ward’s article, “Marketing in a Family-Run Business,” discusses specific challenges and opportunities for
2018 Water. Rest. Shade.
Philadelphia is in the middle of a heat wave! GBCA wants all of our members to work safely. Remember three things to reduce the risk of injuries in the heat: Water. Rest. Shade.On July 26, GBCA will be visiting several
Mapping Philadelphia’s Public Art and the Work of George Young Mammoet
Curbed Philly recently spotlighted 14 pieces of public art in Philadelphia, the first of a series of articles highlighting “play”: art, activities, parks, and more. These public art works are all large-scale pieces that required expertise in heavy-lifting for their respective
GBCA Silica Safety Program Equipment Training
On Monday, July 16, GBCA hosted two training sessions for its new Silica Safety Program. GBCA members signed up for the Silica Safety Program learned how to use the silica monitoring equipment from Bill Walsh of SGS Galson. The training
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GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: July 16, 2018
Summer is here, as is hot and humid weather. Construction workers face additional hazards on the job site due to heat.This week’s GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk discusses Heat-Related Stress and Illness. Dehydration is a major issue on the job site. Click
NAWIC 2019 WIC Week Poster Contest
The National Association of Women in Construction is holding a photo contest. The winning photo will be featured in the 2019 WIC Week poster, and the winner will receive a $25 gift card to Starbucks.Submissions are due by the close of
Geppert Bros., Inc. Receives WBE Certification
As they celebrate their 93rd year in business, Geppert Bros., Inc. is pleased to announce that that as of July 6th, 2018, the company is now a Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) certified Women Owned Business Enterprise (WBE). The