Construction Safety Week 2025
This year, National Construction Safety Week is from May 5 to 9. Construction Safety Week highlights the important topic of safety in our industry and gives GCA members the opportunity to reinforce the importance of safety with their employees and educate the public about the industry’s strong commitment to safety.
To help emphasize safety as a priority, the GCA Safety Committee has once again created Toolbox Talks, a series of safety topics for constructions companies to share with their employees.
There is one topic for each day of Construction Safety Week:
Did you know most minor injuries on the job — about 90% — can be treated with first aid right on site?
Ladders are involved in about 20,000 workplace injuries every year. While they’re quick and convenient, they’re not always the safest choice. The idea behind a “Ladders Last” approach is simple: use safer alternatives whenever possible.
The Central Pacific Hurricane season runs from mid-May to November 30, with the peak season from July to September. Preparing early can protect workers, equipment, and the jobsite.
Confined spaces are dangerous — and the hazards inside them aren’t always visible. Toxic gases, low oxygen, or shifting materials can cause injury or death before there’s time to react. Sadly, about 100 U.S. workers die each year in confined spaces — and most are people trying to rescue others.
OSHA’s “Focus Four” hazards cause most construction fatalities: Falls, Struck-By, Caught-In/Between, and Electrocutions. Knowing how to prevent them can save lives.
We encourage you to share these topics during your morning opts meeting. Mahalo to everyone who that makes safety a top priority!