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
CPWR Hosts 2 Webinars about Head Protection in the Construction Industry
This October, CPWR is hosting two webinars focused on head protection in the construction industry. On October 15, participants will gain insights into traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and their
Eggs with OSHA: L&I Updates with Commissioner Merenda
On September 19, the General Building Contractors Association (GBCA) hosted its third Eggs with OSHA event of the year, focusing on the future direction of the L&I Division for
OSHA Hosts Lunch and Learn on Suicide Prevention
Join OSHA Compliance Assistance Specialists for a free webinar to discuss the rising issue of suicide in the workplace, particularly within the construction industry, and learn about the risks
OSHA Safe + Sound Week 2024
Safe + Sound Week, August 12-18, 2024, is a nationwide event for workplaces to recognize and improve their safety and health programs and to offer information and ideas on
The U.S. Department of Labor Announces Proposed Rule to Protect Indoor and Outdoor Workers from Extreme Heat
The U.S. Department of Labor has released a proposed rule with the goal of protecting millions of workers from the significant health risks of extreme heat. If finalized, the
Fall Prevention in Construction Safety Training
On June 19 and 20, the General Building Contractors Association (GBCA) hosted a comprehensive Fall Prevention in Construction Safety Training. This training program, developed by the Associated General Contractors
CPWR Webinar: Developing a Heat Illness Prevention Program in Construction
As temperatures rise, working conditions become more challenging for those in construction. According to OSHA, employers are responsible for providing workplaces free of known safety and health hazards, including
GBCA’s Construction Career Day 2024
On May 21, the General Building Contractors Association (GBCA) hosted its first-ever Construction Career Day Event for middle and high school students at the Finishing Trades Institute in Northeast