IMPORTANT: COPYRIGHT APPROVED FOR ONE-TIME USE ONLY. The 2024 edition of NFPA 58 will revise the 2020 edition. When the new material drops in late August or early September, consult with your authorities having jurisdiction to determine how and when your state will implement it. (© 2019 NFPA, Reproduced with Permission)

Changes are coming to NFPA 58

July 18, 2023 By Richard Fredenburg

Be sure to understand the revisions in the next edition of the NFPA 58 LP gas code that are most relevant to your propane operation.

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Bill seeks to revitalize driver apprenticeship pilot program

May 31, 2023 By Brian Richesson

The DRIVE Safe Integrity Act would remove the regulatory burdens that prevent drivers ages 18-20 from participating in interstate trucking.

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Grant dollars to benefit propane refueling, recharging solutions

April 3, 2023 By Danielle Pesta

A grant program makes up to $700 million available for propane autogas refueling solutions or propane-powered recharging solutions.

This article is tagged with alternative fuel, autogas, Department of Transportation (DOT), propane autogas, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), propane infrastructure and posted in Featured

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PERC: Grant funding allows ports to decarbonize using propane

March 31, 2023 By Brian Richesson

Ports can replace their diesel and gasoline-powered equipment with clean energy alternatives such as propane-powered port tractors, forklifts and other cargo handling equipment.

This article is tagged with Decarbonizing, Department of Transportation (DOT), diesel, electricity, forklifts, power generation, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), propane technology and posted in Featured

Funding aims to strengthen pipeline, hazardous materials safety

March 24, 2023 By Brian Richesson

The federal grants are for projects that will train first responders, strengthen safety programs, reduce environmental impacts and educate the public on local safety initiatives.

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Meeting DOT bobtail inspection requirements

June 24, 2022 By Wes Sheppard

The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires a monthly inspection of all cargo tank motor vehicles, also known as bobtails, in service.

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NPGA director explains new entry-level driver training regulations

December 14, 2021 By Brian Richesson

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is implementing new entry-level driver training regulations on Feb. 7, 2022.

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Securing DOT security plans

November 24, 2021 By Eric H. Leskinen

Having a written security plan for your propane company is crucial to meeting important Department of Transportation requirements.

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DOT approves NPGA petition on cylinder requalification

October 30, 2020 By Brian Richesson

Returning the propane cylinder requalification period to 12 years results in regulatory savings of more than $100 million a year for the industry, NPGA says.

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PHMSA encourages use of alternative training methods even when testing is not possible during the pandemic. Photo by LP Gas staff

PHMSA defers training enforcement

August 18, 2020 By Ellen Kriz

PHMSA continues to suspend enforcement action against a hazmat offeror or carrier who is unable to provide recurrent training during the pandemic.

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