Certain jobs are best left to a professional – that’s you
August 1, 2014 By Brian Richesson
In early discussions about a new propane industry safety program on the potential dangers of do-it-yourself gas projects,…
Read More Hearing on crane operator certification scheduled for next month
April 17, 2014 By LP Gas
The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) will host a public hearing May 19 at 9:30 a.m. in…
Read More Ferrellgas challenges citations from 2013 Blue Rhino plant incident
March 26, 2014 By LP Gas
Ferrellgas says it is contesting citations totaling $73,000 levied by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) following…
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Mobile crane operators perform a vital, visible role
June 6, 2013 By Brian Richesson
May 26 marked the anniversary of a tragedy in the propane industry, as two Ferrellgas employees were electrocuted when their crane contacted a power line.
Read More Safety oversight rests with individual company leadership
June 4, 2013 By Jay Johnston
There are at least three types of oversight: external regulatory oversight, internal company oversight and employee decision-making oversights.
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OSHA eyes compliance-date extension of crane operator certification requirements
May 31, 2013 By Kevin Yanik
The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) announced its intent to extend the compliance date for the crane…
Read More Consumer confidence in propane tied to trained, certified workforce
June 1, 2012 By Kevin Yanik
NFPA requirements, DOT compliance, motor carrier rules, OSHA standards, fuel gas code provisions: The list of rules and regulations to which today’s retail propane marketer must comply can seem endless.
Read More Managing, documenting reseller compliance makes business sense
June 1, 2012 By LP Gas
Your business is insured and your safety policies are in compliance, but what about resellers, who retail or distribute your products?
Read More How do situational ethics, valuation of employees apply to your company?
January 11, 2011 By LP Gas
Without a strong leadership commitment to achieving safe results, safety takes a backseat to potential profits.
Read More Updated pipeline operations guide available
March 20, 2009 By LP Gas
The U.S. Department of Transportation has updated its regulatory compliance guide for pipeline operations.
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