The 1st place overall winner is the recipient of the “Arthur Murphy Trophy” for excellence in safety. Competitors participate in the ready-mix truck driver, preventative maintenance team, forklift and frontend loader contests. Participants are judged on a pre-trip inspection, a written test and an obstacle course. For the preventive maintenance contest, teams are judged on a written test and the number of defects found on a ready-mix truck.

Past Overall Winners

2018 Maschmeyer Concrete
2019 Maschmeyer Concrete

ARTHUR (ART) MURPHY (1948-2013) was a seasoned Safety Professional with thirty years of experience in the construction industry. He served as a member of the FC&PA Safety Committee for over 15 years and was an integral part of the Safety & Skills Competition since its inception in 1997. During his time in the industry, Art worked tirelessly to promote safety and educate on its importance. He demonstrated to us all this was more than just a job, it was his passion. His dedication helped to make the world a better, safety place: something everyone should strive for in life.

In addition to being a highly respected member of the industry, he excelled in many areas of life and took on several roles. He was a husband, family man, colleague, mentor and friend; he touched the lives of many.

Art’s unparalleled devotion to employee safety, cooperative spirit and leadership skills served as an example of what a true Safety Professional should be. It is for this reason that we are proud to name the FC&PA’s most prestigious award in his name.

Regional Awards

The FC&PA hosts a regional award show at the annual convention each summer. Awards are given out for Block Strong Builder Champion of the Year, Project Profile Champion of the Year, Legislative Champion of the Year, Regional Chair of the Year and Region of the Year.

2019-2020 Winners

Block Strong Builder Champion of the Year – Matthew Harvey
Project Profile Champion of the Year – Renee Williams
Legislative Champion of the Year – Steve Bishop
Regional Chair of the Year – Jay Carriker
Reigon of the Year – Region 4 (Central Florida)

Builder Award

BlockStrong represents the vertical promotion effort of the FC&PA. The Builder Award goes to the builder in Florida that shows the best use of concrete block. Throughout the year, the FC&PA members meet with builders and advocate the use of concrete block. Through a social media campaign and vote, the builder of the year will be determined in 2021. Let the games begin!