Resources

APGA creates resources for our members with a specific goal to support and help the public gas system industry.

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As a small municipal system we have a limited budget. APGA membership allows us to keep up on policy and rule changes. They fight for the small systems at the legislative level. Kelli Neiberger, Gas Department Supervisor, Town of Rangely Gas Department, Colorado

ASSOCIATION RESOURCES

APGA has many resources for our members to help raise awareness of industry issues and allow them to network with peers. Disclaimer: While APGA has made every effort to ensure the information contained in these materials is accurate as of the date it was published, members should carefully review any materials before distribution as messaging terminology or referenced resources & research may have changed after the date it was published.

APGA Community

The APGA Community is an online forum for members to interact, network, discuss industry issues, post or download documents, view resources, and get up-to-date news and information. Members can post a question on one or more of the discussion board and receive responses from other members, which is a great way to receive information and resources from peers all across the country that may have faced similar issues and questions.

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Publications

APGA has a variety of publications to help educate and inform our members on industry news, topics, and activities.

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Sample Job Descriptions

APGA provides sample job descriptions for members looking to place listing with APGA and elsewhere.

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State and Regional Associations

A listing of state and regional associations for municipal gas utilities.

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TOOLS & TOOLKITS

APGA has various tools and toolkits such as the GOAL Program, PSMS Planning Tool, Security Self-Assessment, and more to help members improve their operations and stay in compliance with various regulations.

Public Awareness Materials

To assist our members with public awareness requirements, APGA has some sample materials.

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PSMS Planning Tool

The APGA PSMS Task Group and ENERGY Worldnet have collaborated to provide PSMS Planning / Gap Analysis Tool for Small Operators. This is a self-assessment tool intended to introduce users to the elements of API RP 1173, while helping identify potential areas for improvement.

PSMS Planning Tool

Benchmarking Tool

The APGA Benchmarking Module is now available for APGA members.

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Security Self-Assessment Tool

The Security Self-Assessment Tool is a voluntary, self-guided assessment created by APGA and EverLine.

Security Self-Assessment Tool

RNG Toolkit

The RNG Toolkit aims to comprehensively cover the extensive range of RNG, whether a utility or system is exploring potential RNG investments or has experience with RNG projects

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GET INVOLVED

There are many opportunities for all APGA members (system, associates, and agency members) to get involved from being involved in our committees, engaging in advocacy, and more!

Best Practice Sharing

APGA members share their best practices on safety & operations through various committees and the System Operational Achievement Recognition (SOAR) program.

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Committees

APGA members, through their involvement in committees and taskforces meet regularly on a variety of topics from communication to operations to regulatory activities.

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Conferences and Webinars

APGA holds four conferences a year, including an annual Operations Conference along with webinars that feature speakers and panels of experts on topics such as integrity management, regulatory compliance, and new technology. on operations-focused topics such as Pipeline Safety Management Systems (PSMS).

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APGA Research Foundation

Investing in developing new and improved products, processes, practices, and knowledge to increase the operational safety of natural gas distribution infrastructure and to increase the utilization of safe and efficient natural gas end-use technologies.

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