Safety News

For both ASME and DOT containers, the distance from any building’s openings, external sources of ignition, and intakes to direct vented gas appliances or mechanical ventilation systems are critical considerations. Maintaining an efficient and effective process that allows your drivers to identify container location violations and your management to remediate them is critical. Many companies […]

Propane marketers have lots of responsibilities, not the least of which is providing employees the proper training and tools they need to stay safe on the job and comply with regulatory compliance requirements. Conducting regular safety meetings with your entire team is critical to foster an environment of safety. How Often Should You Conduct Safety […]

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requires a leak check to be completed after an interruption of service has been restored. Whenever you are made aware of an interruption of service, it’s critical your employees respond the same way every time. This means a standardized policy and training for all involved. Documenting out-of-gas situations and […]

Check out our recent feature in LP Gas Magazine, where senior safety consultant Wes Sheppard goes over the protocols that every propane company needs to have in place regarding interruption-of-service calls: “Interruption-of-service calls, often referred to as out-of-gas calls or IOS calls, may be caused by an empty tank, gas leak, equipment failure, inaccurate delivery […]

Bobtails are at the greatest risk for accidents when roads are slippery, and visibility is low. Winter weather can sneak up on even the most cautious drivers, and we know it takes just a second for a mistake to happen that can turn into an accident. This can result in significant losses, including injury to […]