Winter Weather Safety: Plan. Equip. Train.
January is here—and with it comes cold temperatures, snow, ice, and winter weather hazards that can significantly impact jobsites. As we prepare for winter conditions, it’s critical that contractors
New OSHA Resources Focus on Heat Illness and Emergency Response
As temperatures rise, so do the risks for workers—especially those in the construction trades. To help employers and workers stay safe, OSHA has released two new resources addressing heat
OSHA, CPWR, and Clayco Host Webinar for National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction
In recognition of National Safety Stand-Down Week, OSHA, CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training, and Clayco are partnering to present a special webinar focused on preventing
Wings with OSHA: GBCA, OSHA, and Members Discuss PPE Compliance & Jobsite Safety
On February 27, GBCA members and safety professionals gathered at IBEW Local 98’s facility in the Navy Yard for the first Wings with OSHA—a refreshed version of the former
Med-Tex Services, Inc. Hosts Excavation, Trenching, and Soil Mechanics Course
This course, designed for contractors, subcontractors, facility owners, and safety professionals, covers OSHA’s Excavation Standards and provides practical knowledge on soil mechanics, shoring, trenching, and protective systems. Course topics
Department of Labor Finalizes Rule on Proper Fit Requirements for PPE in Construction
The U.S. Department of Labor announced that its Occupational Safety and Health Administration has finalized a revision to the personal protective equipment standard for construction. The final rule explicitly
Turner Construction Creates Partnership with OSHA at 2000 Arch Project
Turner Construction Company signed an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) partnership at its 2000 Arch CHUBB Center project, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to safety and
CPWR Working in Cold Weather Resource Library
Working outdoors in cold, wet, icy, or snowy conditions can lead to serious health risks such as hypothermia and frostbite. To help keep workers safe, CPWR has compiled a
OSHA and CPWR’s Joint Commitment to Construction Safety
Since entering into an Alliance on January 11, 2017, with subsequent renewal on July 17, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and CPWR-The
OSHA and NAXSA Team Up to Host Free Trench Safety Summit
The Philadelphia regional Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) office has partnered with the North American Excavation Shoring Association (NAXSA) to host a free Trench Safety Summit. Join OSHA