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Owning lines and regulators Posted on 01 May 2008 in the Current Issue categories.

Know your responsibility with maintenance and protection from elements Read more»

Tank sleeves revisited Posted on 01 Apr 2008 in the Current Issue categories.

A few months ago I wrote an article called To sleeve or not to sleeve. It generated a great response. Read more»

Conflicting agendas collide Posted on 01 Mar 2008 in the Current Issue categories.

Managing risk requires commitment, focus and an effort to balance agendas that seem in conflict. The propane industry is not immune to conflicting agendas. Read more»

Adding ‘additional insureds’ Posted on 01 Feb 2008 in the Current Issue categories.

Is it safe to add additional insureds to your policy? The answer is yes, if you want access to the terminal or the opportunity to continue doing business with that commercial customer. However, it is advisable to choose your additional insured partners carefully. Read more»

Safety Angels Where Commerce Fears to Tread Posted on 01 Jan 2008 in the Current Issue categories.

In the Frank Capra classic It's a Wonderful Life, an angel is sent down to shepherd and protect one of the flock. Through insight and intervention, Clarence the angel earns his wings by looking out for George Bailey, a man who has lost sight of his priorities and purpose. Read more»

‘The Tool Man’ gone astray Posted on 01 Dec 2007 in the Current Issue categories.

There is a badge of courage and the stamp of stupidity related to most do-it-yourselfers who dream of being Tim The Tool Man. I have worn both over the past few years taking on my share of home-improvement projects. Read more»

Accidents still haunt industry Posted on 01 Nov 2007 in the Current Issue categories.

Product transfer safety has been a hot topic. As a result, a great deal of safety focus has been placed on improving equipment, procedures and training. Read more»

Remember to fall back to safe practices Posted on 01 Oct 2007 in the Current Issue categories.

Furnaces are being turned on for the first time, and the flow of propane service and delivery begins again in volume. Read more»

To sleeve or not to sleeve cylinders Posted on 01 Sep 2007 in the Current Issue categories.

The propane industry has come a long way with grilling safety. Read more»

Sweet dreams and safe results Posted on 01 Aug 2007 in the Current Issue categories.

Because of the nature of my work, I am exposed to many nightmares when it comes to propane accidents. I see the press releases citing injuries, inaccurately stating probable cause, quoting innuendo from neighbors and trying the case in the media. Read more»