Contribute to Construction Today in 2023
Contribute to or advertise in Construction Today in 2023! GBCA members are invited to provide thought leadership to the region's construction industry, as well as get recognized by the
Suspended Scaffold Safety Training
On Tuesday, February 7, GBCA hosted a Suspended Scaffold Safety Training. In this course, attendees learned how to choose the best combination of swing stage equipment for each job,
33rd Annual National AGC Safety Awards Program
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) announces its 33rd Annual National AGC Safety Awards (NASA) Program. All entries for this awards program are submitted through GBCA. The deadline for
GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: Trenching and Excavation: OSHA Requirements
This GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk discusses OSHA's requirements for Trenching and Excavation. Click below to download the Toolbox Talk as a multi-page handout. See more toolbox talks about excavation
Get an Excavation Contractor License
Get an Excavation Contractor License for the City of Philadelphia Service overview Notice: This license is available, but will not be required until January 1, 2023. You need an
Change in City of Philadelphia Excavation Permits
Amendment to the Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code Subcode “A” (The Philadelphia Administrative Code) Chapter 3—Permits Permits go into effect January 1, 2023. Download this post as a
Get Recognized for Your Company’s Commitment to Safety
Each year AGC recognizes companies and professionals in the industry with outstanding performance and commitment to safety on the job site through the following awards: Construction Safety Excellence Awards
Impact of COVID-19 on the Construction Industry: 2 Years in Review
CPWR has released a Date Bulletin talking about the impact of COVID-19 in the past two years. From CPWR: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to dramatic changes in the U.S.
OSHA Announces Enhanced Nationwide Enforcement and Additional Oversight of Trench Safety
In 2022’s first six months, 22 workers have fallen victim to the deadly hazards present in trenching and excavation work – surpassing 15 in all of 2021 – and prompting
GBCA Promotes Heat Safety on 97.5 The Fanatic
GBCA is partnering with 97.5 The Fanatic to help promote heat safety to construction workers leading up to OSHA's Safe + Sound Week. Ads will run on 97.5 The Fanatic—both