PERC approves new strategic plan, 2026 budget, projects

December 17, 2025 By Brian Richesson

At its December meeting, PERC approved a new three-year strategic plan, its 2026 budget and 15 new dockets.

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Department of Labor urges safety during trench and excavation work

August 4, 2025 By LP Gas

11 trench-related fatalities have been reported in 2025.

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Injury cost estimator underscores importance of a safety culture

July 17, 2025 By Richard Fredenburg

OSHA tool can help an owner determine how much it might cost their company to cover certain workplace accidents.

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Training your employees and documenting your training

May 25, 2025 By Richard Fredenburg

Carefully document your employee training to ensure a safe workplace and safe products.

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A new name in propane safety education

February 26, 2025 By Randy Warner

Randy Warner shares information about the PERC Education Program.

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PERC approves 21 projects at December 2024 meeting

January 6, 2025 By Brian Richesson

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) approved the following 21 dockets during its December 2024 meeting in Naples, Florida.

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PERC Technical School Grant Program selects recipients

December 12, 2024 By Chris Markham

The Propane Education & Research Council selected the 2024 award recipients for its Technical School Grant Program.

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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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PERC publishes 2025 budget plan for public comment

August 13, 2024 By Brian Richesson

The budget plan includes the probable costs of all programs, projects and contracts as well as a recommended rate of assessment sufficient to cover the costs.

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Railroads face new disclosure rules on hazmat shipments

July 15, 2024 By Brian Richesson

Railroads are required to proactively provide first responders with real-time, electronic information about rail hazmat shipments in an accident or incident.

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