All systems are go for the first time in two years due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Construction Safety Council (BCSC), is all set to host the 2022 Premier’s Awards next week.

The event, hosted by the BCSC, honours “citizens from the Construction, Health Care, Essential and Frontline workers” in Bermuda.

As a safety precaution, BCSC Safety Manager, Brendon Harris said: “This is the first one since 2020, due to COVID-19 we had to postpone the 2021 awards until this year.

“In 2020 we were allowed 150 people with social distancing, mask wearing and COVID protcals,” he said.

“We will follow the same guidelines this year, even though they are not required.”

Asked what are some of the best highlights in this year’s presentation, he said: “The inclusion of elective categories to cover all aspects of building.”

A rehearsal was held earlier this week on Wednesday (Aug 3) in preparation for the fourth annual awards ceremony next week Wednesday, August 10th 2022 at 6pm at the Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall.

Participants were required to have the following:

  • Entertainers to submit music to John Waddel before your scheduled practice time.
  • Presenters to submit bios for introduction to Nadanja Bailey.
  • Winners voting tally will be finalized at the rehearsal. 

Featured entertainers this year, include:

Gospel Dancers of the Year – One Body In Christ

Violinist of the Year – Violin Sisters

Reggae Performer of the Year – Live Wires

Modern Dancers of the Year – Mugzy

Soca Artist of the Year – Drummerboy

Steel Pan Player of the Year – Laree Talbot

Philippine Singer of the Year – Shellyanne

Martial Artist of theYear – Aries

Saxophonist of the Year – Cherisax

R&B Singer of the Year – Cush

Gospel Singer of the Year – Rickeesha Binns

Gombey Dancers of the Year – H & H Troupe

Mr Hollis also encouraged residents to ‘Vote for your favourite worker’ online on BCSC website at: www.bermudaconstructionsafetycouncil.com

He also noted that the event is free for all construction workers with valid ID, ie: a Truck Driver’s Licence, a Crane Operator Licence, etc.

Tickets are available on line here: https://www.ptix.bm/Show/7261/Premiers-Awards-2022