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word from the president

hile commuting to work recently, I workload and responsibil-
glanced at the temperature reading ities increase, it is crucial
and noticed that it was consider- that we in the propane
Wably lower than usual for that time industry, keep our attention
of day. That quick observation was a great re- centered on fundamentals
minder that Summer is coming to an end, and the and safe procedures. The
cold months are rapidly approaching. repetition of fundamentals
For the propane industry, the cold months and best practices helps
bring a list of added challenges. No matter how prevent errors in the Daniel Brown
APGA President
long you have been around this industry, you field and ensures that we
are never fully prepared for what comes with remain focused on the cur-
the initial onset of Fall. Everything escalates. The rent task at hand. Safety Meetings are the perfect
increase in call volume, sales, and orders brings time to remind employees that the cornerstone
with it an increase in urgency and stress. Because of their job-related tasks should always be safety,
of this, I am committed to putting additional em- best practices, and approved procedures. Having
phasis on the importance of safety meetings and safety meetings and discussions regularly are a
discussions during the Fall months of the year. great way to make sure that a “safety first” mind-
set stays on the forefront as we settle into the
While propane businesses begin to expe- busier season.
rience the Fall rush, their employees must also
handle a sudden increase of responsibility. As the There are several great in-depth train-
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