PEP Fundamentals of Propane and Introduction to the Propane Industry

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  •  October 1, 2026 - October 2, 2026
     9:00 am - 4:00 pm
     Grantville

Introduction to the Propane Industry along with the Fundamentals of Propane, now part of PERC’s Safety Basics program has replaced CETP 1.0 Basic Principles and Practices which was a prerequisite to the more advanced CETP classes. This newly offered PERC Education Program (PEP) provides an “entry level” training course on the history of LP-Gas along with instruction on the properties and characteristics of propane, the theory of combustion and how propane is produced and transported.

 Some of the other topics covered are:

  • • Codes and standards
  • • Measurements of Propane
  • • Odorization
  • • Protecting customers, employees and the environment
  • • Maintaining good customer relations, and much more
  • • Gas Leak and Odor Call Response

 Registration includes the following:

  • • Lunch
  • • Printed training materials
  • • Testing

Our Instructor: Gary Nouse brings over 40 years of propane industry experience, having worked for multiple marketers and suppliers since 1981. He began in entry-level roles—coating DOT cylinders, working as a service/installer technician, and driving a bobtail—and has since held nearly every position in the field. Aside from leading the propane training program at PPATEC, Gary also serves as a technical liaison for Hiltz Propane Systems and provides consulting services for jurisdictional propane systems through GLN Safety, LLC. This comprehensive background gives him a complete understanding of propane operations and safety. Gary currently serves in a leadership capacity in multiple propane industry trade associations. He uses his extensive hands-on experience to deliver practical, safety-focused training that resonates with students at all levels.

Hotel Accommodations

PPATEC is pleased to partner with local hotels that are in close proximity to our primary training venues. Our hotel partners offer student discounted rates on overnight accommodations. Please see the link below to visit our hotel partners page.

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Venue:  

Venue Phone: (717) 939-1781

Venue Website:

Address:
PPA Training Center, 10107 Jonestown Road, Grantville, Pennsylvania, 17028, United States

Description:

10107 Jonestown Road
Grantville, PA  17028
717-939-1781

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