Avoid rollovers: Keeping bobtails ‘shiny side up’

October 14, 2021 By Stuart Flatow

Heating season means more driving and a greater risk of bobtail rollovers. Stuart Flatow explains ways propane marketers can work to avoid rollovers.

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From left are figures 1 and 2. (Images courtesy of Cavagna North America)

Renewing relief valves safely

September 9, 2021 By Randy Warner

Randy Warner explains how cartridge-style relief valves can offer safety advantages when it comes to propane container pressure.

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‘Our Amazing Farm’ supports propane safety

August 18, 2021 By Stuart Flatow

The interactive website, “Our Amazing Farm,” supports the Propane Education & Research Council’s national agricultural safety initiative.

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3 ways documentation data can quantify compliance

July 15, 2021 By Alex Burns

A safety documentation system is critical to meet regulatory codes, maintain compliance and keep everyone on the same page.

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Reduce workplace injuries: Avoid overexertion, slips, trips and falls

July 1, 2021 By Stuart Flatow

Don’t miss issues that can pose hazards, potentially leading to a slip, trip, fall or overexertion and resulting in serious injury.

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National Forklift Safety Day 2021 highlights workplace safety

June 8, 2021 By Danielle Pesta

The Industrial Truck Association is holding its eighth annual National Forklift Safety Day on June 8 to raise safety awareness for forklifts.

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Sail Energy operates retailers across five states, including Maine’s Murray-Heutz Oil & Propane. Photo courtesy of Sail Energy

LPG Spotlight: Sail Energy

February 23, 2021 By Carly Bemer

Energy company Sail Energy developed sophisticated coronavirus protocols to ensure customers’ and employees’ health and safety across the Northeast.

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Propane companies are making a shift toward more digital processes during the pandemic. Photo: LP Gas staff

Safety technology empowers drivers

January 8, 2021 By Ellen Kriz

Lytx added technological capabilities that put more power in the hands of drivers and enable greater risk detection while respecting driver privacy.

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Propane safety tips safeguard construction sites

October 14, 2020 By Ellen Kriz

The Propane Education & Research Council created resources to support safety in the construction industry, including use of propane-powered equipment.

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Identify heater installation dangers

August 24, 2020 By John McCoy

If you are installing items for customers, be sure to note the manner of installation by your service folks and follow instruction manuals.

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