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Originally published in Butane Propane News in October 2023. BY ALEX BURNS New technology is taking hold of industries worldwide. It’s taking possibilities to new heights that many of us never imagined possible—and the propane industry is no exception to this phenomenon. Fortunately, new technological developments will allow your company to reach goals more efficiently […]

Read our latest feature in Indoor Comfort Marketing about why every propane company needs a DOT security plan and how P3 Propane can help develop one that will help keep your customers, employees, and company protected. “A DOT security plan is critical in evaluating security risks, preventing unauthorized access and ensuring that employees are properly […]

#1: Review safety inspections from any location and eliminate costly and inefficient field audits The digital, cloud-based platform will help you eliminate travel time for safety inspection audits—after all, managers and trainers can simply view photos of the jobsite. In addition, the online software platform helps you identify specific coaching and training needs your employees […]

The senior consultant, safety & training, talks about the workforce crisis & ongoing training opportunities Originally published in Butane-Propane News in June 2023  Describe your current role at your company. The best thing about my role is that every day is different. Most days are filled with meetings and phone calls answering compliance questions. The […]

Read our latest feature in Butane Propane News about how propane providers are using materials from P3 Propane to aid in preparing and documenting monthly safety meetings. “The more frequently you meet with your team, the more solidified your safety processes will be in their mindsets and routines. Make things easier for yourself by working […]

Originally published in LP Gas Magazine in September 2022 As a propane delivery company owner or manager, it’s your responsibility to make sure employees stay safe on the job. One important procedure is ensuring your staff is prepared with the proper personal protective equipment (PPE). Conducting a safety meeting is the first step to a […]

Technology Assists Propane Personnel with Safety Documentation Originally published in LP Gas Magazine in January 2023 Let’s face it: Providing service in the propane industry is difficult. Schedules are hectic, technicians don’t love paperwork, and there’s never enough time for training. These barriers result in a shocking error rate in propane safety documentation. Getting back […]

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 […]

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 […]