PERC launches ‘Every Day Safe’ propane safety program

January 14, 2026 By Brian Richesson 0 Comments

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) launched the “Every Day Safe” program, a new initiative designed to help propane companies strengthen their safety culture.

Tucker Perkins, president and CEO of PERC, addressed the culture of safety at the council’s December 2025 meeting in Destin, Florida. He says the council has shifted to talk more about safety and education.

“This is the one area that we cannot market or smooth-talk our way out of,” he said at the meeting. “Safety results speak for themselves.”

According to PERC, the new program provides propane marketers with a simple framework to evaluate their current safety practices and develop a customized action plan.

Recognizing that safety is the foundation of the propane industry, the program moves beyond simple compliance to foster a mindset where safety is part of a company’s identity, PERC adds. The program offers practical, easy-to-use tools to ensure teams remain focused, engaged and supported in their daily safety routines.

“A true culture of safety exists when safety is viewed as a core identity rather than an obligation, driven by our own high standards and customer expectations,” says Eric Kuster, PERC senior vice president of safety, education and compliance. “When safety becomes second nature, we prevent more than incidents; we protect the reputation and reliability of propane itself.”

Once enrolled, companies gain access to a library of hands-on learning tools, including live webinars with experts, on-demand e-learning courses and daily practice tools. These resources are built by and for the propane industry to reinforce the habits that keep people safe every day, PERC says.

Participating companies can also earn additional recognition by completing community-focused safety actions, such as hosting emergency response training with first responders or recognizing employees for safe behavior.

PERC encourages propane industry members to strengthen their company’s safety legacy today. To enroll in the program and access the program hub, visit propane.com/EveryDaySafe/.

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