Attendees of PERC’s National Propane Education & Training Conference learned the latest about safety training methods and best practices. (Photo by LP Gas staff)

Three steps to implement PERC’s new PEP training program

April 4, 2026 By Bryan Wendt

PERC has transitioned from the long-standing Certified Employee Training Program curriculum to the new PERC Education Program (PEP).

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SEPATEC completes training with Blue Ridge Energy

September 12, 2024 By Brian Richesson

The Southeast Propane Alliance Technical Education Center (SEPATEC) completed an advanced training program in partnership with Blue Ridge Energy.

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From CETP to PEP, propane industry revamps training program

June 20, 2024 By Brian Richesson

The industry’s employee training program is in transition. You could even say the Propane Education & Research Council is putting some pep in the program’s step.

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This article is tagged with Certified Employee Training Program (CETP), June 2024, PERC, propane industry, safety training and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

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Training requirements, recommendations for 2024

May 9, 2024 By Paul Craver

Review the required and recommended safety training that will help keep your company in compliance and reduce regulatory risk.

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This article is tagged with April 2024, Certified Employee Training Program (CETP), Department of Transportation (DOT), P3 Propane Safety, safety, safety signals and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

PERC approves 2024 campaigns, market programs

January 18, 2024 By Brian Richesson

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) approved a number of funding requests during its November 2023 meeting in San Antonio.

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Propane marketers talk safety and training initiatives

January 4, 2024 By LP Gas

Four propane marketers who attended the 2023 LP Gas Growth Summit explain the steps they’ve taken to ensure the safety of both employees and customers.

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This article is tagged with Certified Employee Training Program (CETP), December 2023, LP Gas Growth Summit, safety and posted in Current Issue, Blue Flame Blog, From the Magazine

After three years of study, the first class of Blossman Gas master technicians became certified in September. (Photo by Amanda McWilliams, Blossman Gas)

LPG Spotlight: Blossman Gas

December 8, 2023 By Bob Sandrick

Propane retailer Blossman Gas graduated its first class of master technicians in an accredited, three-tiered training program.

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This article is tagged with Blossman Gas, Certified Employee Training Program (CETP), December 2023, education, LPG Spotlight, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), technician training and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Drivers of higher insurance costs are supply chain disruptions and more expensive equipment. (Photo by LP Gas staff)

Safe operations rewarded by insurance providers

September 12, 2023 By Brian Richesson

Consider taking a proactive approach in daily processes with these action items that could impact a propane marketer’s standing with its insurance company.

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This article is tagged with Certified Employee Training Program (CETP), insurance, liability, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), NFPA 54, NFPA 58, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), safety, safety and training, safety training and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Energy Partners’ senior leadership team, from left: DeWayne O’Brien, Bridget Mentel, Paula Lemmon, Tucker Eslinger, Bob Dube, Debbie Dube, Amber Stark, Michael Henry and Kim Job. (Photo by DeWayne O’Brien)

LPG Spotlight: Energy Partners

February 20, 2023 By Chris Lewis

Since its founding, Montana-based Energy Partners has added to its customer and employee experiences with technology and incentives.

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PERC approves funding for 2023 programs, other projects

November 11, 2022 By Brian Richesson

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) approved 11 funding requests during its November meeting in Destin, Florida.

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