The HazMat Guys

An interesting question from a listener prompted a quick discussion on PPE, but then they threw in the curveball and…well, this happened. Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and Specialist levels for even more content. Register and enroll at THMG e-Un...

We got a chance to catch up with two of our instructors to talk about a surprisingly common incident dealing with old safes and the WW1 chemical agent used as a deterrent. Thanks to Matt Sabini and Travis Rubello for helping us out. Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling...

We got a chance to sit down with one of our favorites, Lt. John Cassidy from FDNY Haz Mat 1 to discuss an incident from 2015 that we can finally discuss. Here are the articles mentioned: Article 1 Article 2 Article 3 Article 4 Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the...

We thought we were talking about batteries but took a turn only to find our way at the end. More to come on this topic. You can contact Chris here:   Chris G. Greene   ( SFD Captain ret.) Energy Hazard Response, SME (206 )877-2128 chris.greene@eht4responders.com   Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upg...

We do a dive into an interesting case study on a specific chemical, that kills someone. Lots to pull out on this series. This will be a multipart one to explain it all. Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology  Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and Specialist levels for even more content....

We do a dive into an interesting case study on a specific chemical, that kills someone. Lots to pull out on this series. This will be a multipart one to explain it all. Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology  Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and Specialist levels for even more content....

We do a dive into an interesting case study on a specific chemical, that kills someone. Lots to pull out on this series. This will be a multipart one to explain it all. Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology  Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and Specialist levels for even more content....

We were allowed to visit the First Line Tech training facility in Alexandria, VA, and check out the joint. It’s beautiful. And the perfect setting for doing a few podcasts. Thank you for the hospitality! Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and Special...

The Haz Mat Guys got invited to the Training Annex at First Line’s Fredericksburg, VA facility to check out a Bangin facility that is open for use to responders and record a few episodes. Of course, we took First Line up on it and made some interesting discoveries on the evolution of Haz Mat Decon. Take a listen. Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing u...

We were allowed to visit the First Line Tech training facility in Alexandria, VA, and check out the joint. It’s beautiful. And the perfect setting for doing a few podcasts. Thank you for the hospitality! Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and Special...

Well, you’d have to be blind to not see the major renovations we did on the show, and to celebrate these two episodes are freemium.  Also we talk about organic peroxides, but meh.  Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology   Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and Specialist levels for even m...

Well, you’d have to be blind to not see the major renovations we did on the show, and to celebrate these two episodes are freemium.   Also we talk about organic peroxides, but meh.

In our last episode before the last big reveal we empty out the ol mailbag to start fresh.  Q1 – Do all liquefied gases behave the same way? Q2 – Will AI be of use to HM tech in the near future? Q3 – Vidraine charts and their use in spectroscopy Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning...

We finally breakdown the UL report on the Surprise, AZ ESS battery incident. Lots of video in this one, so if you’re premium, check it on the web. Also, the file will be on the webpage. File for report is here Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and S...

Two line show the description File for report is here Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and Specialist levels for even more content. Register and enroll at THMG e-University  here . Courses being added weekly! Our hazardous materials training manual...

A listener question on the priority of protection for responders. We’re in Baltimore and had to dust off a spare episode, so if it’s a little dated, you know why. Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and Specialist levels for even more content. Registe...

Mailbag questions

Mike did a little dive into “why do we train on highway emergencies” and exposed some shocking truths about the numbers. Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and Specialist levels for even more content. Register and enroll at THMG e-University  here ....

A quick PSA then…ACTION! We chat about a recent inquiry about oxygen in the atmosphere and what it means to you. Thank you to our sponsor: First Line Technology

Bob and Mike got to sit down with the people behind Interagency Modeling and Atmospheric Assessment Center (IMAAC). An exciting, no cost, service available to you which is led by FEMA in collaboration DOD, DOE, EPA, HHS, NOAA, NRC. Take a listen to find out how this new tool can help you make a better decision at your incident. This is also a free video you can find on the website. Our subscriptio...

We took a moment to sit down with Steve Kotlarcyk, instructor for a top-shelf AARF rescue course that every Department needs, even if you don’t have an airport near you! For more info contact bob@hazmatdev2024.wpenginepowered.com Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in...

Mike recently got interviewed by a high school student. And we took the same interview…Hmmmm. Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and Specialist levels for even more content. Register and enroll at THMG e-University  here . Courses being added weekly!...

What is an Arrhenius acid and base? In your experience, what is the most challenging part of dry decon? Can you please explain the parts per million meter for a laser methane detector? Why is it different than parts per million? Thank you to our sponsor: First Line Technology

What, in your opinion, is the most underrated meter we have and why? We ran an unknown sample on FTIR and RAMAN, and neither could ID the product, What do we do from here? Thank you to our sponsor: First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and Specialist levels for even more content....

We finish up the toxic guidelines but first we take a moment to discuss the assembly of a class to check the boxes the right way. Thank you to our sponsor:  First Line Technology Our subscription plans are blowing up (not literally). Head over to the website to upgrade your learning by enrolling in the Technician and Specialist levels for even more content. Register and enroll at THMG e-University...