Dig into transfer bulkhead design

February 2, 2023 By Richard Fredenburg

Richard Fredenburg looks at how safety and technological development in the propane industry have impacted transfer bulkhead design.

This article is tagged with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), North Carolina, propane valves, RegO, safety, Safety First column, Texas Railroad Commission and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

Propane terminology to know

January 5, 2023 By Randy Warner

Out of gas, interruption of service, leak check, pressure test: What do they mean? Randy Warner reviews propane terminology you need to know.

This article is tagged with cavagna, Cavagna Group, Cavagna North America, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), propane safety, Randy Warner, Safety First column and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

This propane tank is placed too closely to a retail storage and services building. (Photo by Richard Fredenburg)

Avoid common code violations when installing propane containers

December 2, 2022 By Richard Fredenburg

Richard Fredenburg advises propane retailers: Follow the rules for tank and dispenser locations, and everyone will be safer.

This article is tagged with dispensers, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), nfpa 58, safety, Safety First column and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Know the safety features of propane autogas systems

October 26, 2022 By Randy Warner

Learn key safety features of propane autogas equipment with an overview from Randy Warner, product safety manager for Cavagna North America.

This article is tagged with autogas, Cavagna Group, Cavagna North America, propane autogas, Randy Warner, Safety First column and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Understand automatic changeover regulators

August 12, 2022 By Randy Warner

Randy Warner explains the functions of an automatic changeover regulator and how to operate multi-cylinder systems safely.

This article is tagged with Cavagna Group, propane appliances, propane cylinder, Randy Warner, regulators, Safety First column and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Cultivating a place to learn

August 4, 2022 By Brian Richesson

The Propane Education & Research Council is directing industry members to its Learning Center for propane industry safety and training information.

This article is tagged with Certified Employee Training Program (CETP), education, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), safety, Safety First column, training and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

Refresh your safety awareness

June 16, 2022 By Randy Warner

This June, National Safety Month foregrounds personal safety practices. Randy Warner gives an overview of the 2022 safety topics.

This article is tagged with Cavagna North America, Randy Warner, safety, Safety First column and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

Developing new safety standards

May 19, 2022 By Randy Warner

Technological development contributes to improved product safety. However, sometimes the standards that are put in place lag behind the technology.

This article is tagged with Cavagna Group, new products, Randy Warner, safety, Safety First column and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

Eastern Propane & Oil’s bulk storage facility in Winchendon, Massachusetts, during the fall of 2021. (Photo by Nathan McShinsky)

A team approach keeps propane plants safe and secure

May 10, 2022 By Stuart Flatow

A collaborative approach that views safety as an integral part of all activities ensures the safety and security of propane bulk plants.

This article is tagged with Eastern Propane & Oil, Palmer Gas & Oil, Safety First column, Stuart Flatow and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

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Prioritize safety discussions

March 14, 2022 By Stuart Flatow

Stuart Flatow describes some techniques for successful safety meetings that can be used by propane professionals.

This article is tagged with Iowa, Iowa Propane Gas Association, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), safety, Safety First column, safety training, Stuart Flatow, Superior Plus Energy Services and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

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