The Propane Education and Research Council (PERC) is a non-profit 501(c)(6) trade organization authorized by the Propane Education and Research Act of 1996 (PERA), Public Law 104-284, as amended, PERC was created "to enhance consumer and employee safetv and training, to provide for research and development of clean and efficient propane utilization equipment, and to inform and educate the public about safety and other issues associated with the use of propane." PERC is governed by a 21-member Board of Directors appointed by the National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) and GPA Midstream. PERC program beneficiaries include propane retail marketers, producers, transporters, and agricultural cooperatives, as well as representatives of allied service and supply industries (industry members).

The voluntary guidelines as recommended in this training material were developed in cooperation with independent consultants retained by PERC. While PERC administers the process of obtaining the information, it does not independently test or verify the accuracy of the information or methods used to collect the data that supports the conclusions or recommendations reflected in this content.

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The information contained in this training material suggests methods you might find useful in implementing applicable codes, standards, and legal requirements. This training material is not, however, intended to be an exhaustive review or treatment of all codes, standards and legal requirements. It is also not intended nor should it be construed to (1) set forth policies or procedures which are the general custom or practice in the propane industry; (2) establish the legal. standards of care owed by propane distributors to their customers; (3) prevent the user from using different methods to implement applicable codes, standards, or legal requirements, or (4) provide comprehensive training regarding all aspects of your particular job. There may be additional training required in order for you to safely perform your job. You should consult applicable codes, standards and legal requirements as well as your company policies and procedures to determine what training is necessary for your particular job.

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