Growmark acquires tank and truck manufacturer
January 11, 2017 By Allison Kral
Growmark acquired the assets of L.T. & E. Inc., a family owned and operated tank and truck manufacturer and repair facility based in Arcola, Illinois.
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New truck drivers face national minimum training standards
December 15, 2016 By Brian Richesson
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced a final rule establishing minimum training standards for entry-level commercial truck operators.
Read More Hours-of-service restart rule for truckers preserved
December 12, 2016 By Kevin Yanik
A bill that will fund the federal government into April 2017 also provides some relief for the trucking industry, including operational propane vehicles.
Read More Program assists with employee drug testing, background checks
October 18, 2016 By Megan Smalley
ProSight Specialty Insurance extended its Drug Free Workplace and Employee Drug Testing Program to propane retailers and fuel oil dealers.
Read More Asking ‘Why?’ to enhance safety
June 24, 2016 By Jay Johnston
My toddler-aged grandchildren are constantly asking “Why?” I get frustrated when I forget the importance of asking “Why?”…
Read More PHMSA final rule addresses bobtail requalification, odorant testing
June 3, 2016 By Megan Smalley
The Department of Transportation’s Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) published a final rule to its Hazardous…
Read More PHMSA: Snow, ice buildup a threat to pipeline equipment
February 11, 2016 By Kevin Yanik
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) issued a bulletin advising owners and operators of petroleum gas…
Read More Congress approves legislation extending alternative fuels tax credit
December 17, 2015 By Kevin Yanik
Congress passed combined tax-relief and government funding legislation that has positive implications for the propane industry, the National…
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When propane industry members cheat on safety compliance
October 14, 2015 By Jay Johnston
Everybody cheats from time to time. Do you ever speed while driving? Do you occasionally answer the phone…
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Concealed carry: Why some propane retailers created policies
August 12, 2015 By Megan Smalley
Concealed-carry policies seldom come up as an agenda item among propane retailers, but ever-changing state laws on concealed-carry…
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