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Ray Energy, regional partners advance safety, emergency preparedness

July 15, 2026 By Chris Markham

Ray Energy Corp. hosted a comprehensive and collaborative Safety Day training event at its Hampton Terminal.

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ACE driver training program passes FMCSA audit

May 26, 2026 By Brian Richesson

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) included the NPGA’s ACE program in an audit of entry-level driver training providers.

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PERC launches ‘Every Day Safe’ propane safety program

January 14, 2026 By Brian Richesson

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) launched the “Every Day Safe” program, a new initiative designed to help propane companies strengthen their safety culture.

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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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