Equipment

Three Safety Myths About Propane-Powered Construction Equipment

Propane is commonplace on jobsites, powering everything from jobsite heaters to scissor lifts. While many contractors are familiar with this energy source, misinformation still exists about propane—especially with regard to its safety.
By Matt McDonald
December 2, 2020
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Equipment
by Matt McDonald
Matt McDonald is the director of off-road business development for the Propane Education & Research Council. He can be reached at [email protected]. To learn more about the benefits of propane for light construction equipment, visit Propane.com. Visit Propane.com for more information on propane-powered construction equipment. To download safety resources from PERC, visit Propane.com/Construction-Safety.

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