Asking ‘Why?’ to enhance safety
June 24, 2016 By Jay Johnston
My toddler-aged grandchildren are constantly asking “Why?” I get frustrated when I forget the importance of asking “Why?”…
Read More PHMSA final rule addresses bobtail requalification, odorant testing
June 3, 2016 By Megan Smalley
The Department of Transportation’s Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) published a final rule to its Hazardous…
Read More PHMSA: Snow, ice buildup a threat to pipeline equipment
February 11, 2016 By Kevin Yanik
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) issued a bulletin advising owners and operators of petroleum gas…
Read More Congress approves legislation extending alternative fuels tax credit
December 17, 2015 By Kevin Yanik
Congress passed combined tax-relief and government funding legislation that has positive implications for the propane industry, the National…
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When propane industry members cheat on safety compliance
October 14, 2015 By Jay Johnston
Everybody cheats from time to time. Do you ever speed while driving? Do you occasionally answer the phone…
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Concealed carry: Why some propane retailers created policies
August 12, 2015 By Megan Smalley
Concealed-carry policies seldom come up as an agenda item among propane retailers, but ever-changing state laws on concealed-carry…
Read More The physical presence of a leader can prevent accidents on the job
March 7, 2015 By Jay Johnston and LP Gas
Leadership can be an isolating position, especially when safety is at stake. With so much on their plates,…
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The developing DME market: What it means for LPG
January 15, 2015 By Brian Richesson
As the renewable fuel builds momentum in the U.S., propane industry leaders and companies are considering roles they…
Read More DOT eliminates daily paperwork requirement
December 30, 2014 By LP Gas
The U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx announced that professional truck drivers will no longer have to complete Driver…
Read More New law leads to change in driver hours-of-service regulations
December 26, 2014 By LP Gas
An appropriations bill passed into law in December includes language that suspends enforcement of the Department of Transportation’s…
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