How real-world scenarios stretch the application of code

July 18, 2024 By Richard Fredenburg

It’s a tough decision to stretch a code written in black and white when the real-world situation is not nearly so defined.

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Example 2: Reorientation risk, weak eyebolt Photo courtesy of North Carolina Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Anchoring propane containers

April 9, 2024 By Richard Fredenburg

Protect yourself and others in the event of a flood or Hurricane.

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New year brings new edition of NFPA 58

January 18, 2024 By Richard Fredenburg

Richard Fredenburg looks at the 2024 edition of NFPA 58 and explains how updates may affect the propane industry’s work going forward.

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A photo review process is key to resolving container compliance issues. (Photo: eyecrave productions/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

Document propane container installations

November 10, 2023 By Shawn Litchfield

By detailing what photos your field team should take, you’ll ensure that your business is meeting NFPA 58 requirements for propane container installations.

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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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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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Digital platforms can evaluate technician performance. (Photo: ipuwadol/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

Streamline cathodic protection testing, documentation

May 22, 2023 By Brent Cammett

NFPA 58 requires routine cathodic testing for underground propane tanks from 2011 and newer.

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Lessons learned during field inspections of propane operations

March 30, 2023 By Richard Fredenburg

Throughout his career as North Carolina’s LP gas engineer, Richard Fredenburg has noted memorable misconceptions expressed during propane operation inspections.