The HazMat Guys

It seems that the idea for a lot of shows come from questions we receiver in either emails or from the classes that we teach. This is straight from a new guy asking, “How do I know what products to choose for my department?”. Take a listen to this multi-part show as we answer some of those common questions. Thank you to our sponsors: Firstline Technology and FLIR Our hazardous materials training m...

It seems that the idea for a lot of shows come from questions we receiver in either emails or from the classes that we teach. This is straight from a new guy asking, “How do I know what products to choose for my department?” Take a listen to this multi-part show as we answer some of those common questions. Thank you to our sponsors: Firstline Technology and FLIR Our hazardous materials training ma...

Mike and Bob discuss two operations that had gas emergencies where we used a laser methane  Thank you to our sponsors: Firstline Technology and FLIR Our hazardous materials training manual is finally available on Amazon! Click here to get your copy. Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe.   Thanks for listening and watching!   Follow us on the socials: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube   Do...

Our hazardous materials training manual is finally available on Amazon! Click  here  to get your copy. Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe.   Thanks for listening and watching!   Follow us on the socials: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube   Don’t just get on the job, get into the job! Episode Overview: In this episode, hosts Michael Men and Bobby Sal continue their discussion on tips for...

We recently (allegedly) had a propane emergency that had some things that we needed to process and improve on. After our discussion, the new guys had some interesting and insightful questions that we felt would be beneficial to share with all of you.  Thank you to our sponsors: Firstline Technology and FLIR. Our hazardous materials training manual is finally available on Amazon! Click here to get...

We recently (allegedly) had a propane emergency that had some things that we needed to process and improve on. After our discussion, the new guys had some interesting and insightful questions that we felt would be beneficial to share with all of you.  Thank you to our sponsors: Firstline Technology and FLIR. Our hazardous materials training manual is finally available on Amazon! Click here to get...

We were lucky enough to be given some well deserved critiques on Episodes 78 and 79. Nick Wright, who is extremely well versed on placards helps better explain some of our earlier mistakes and teaches us some new lessons. Thank you to our sponsors: Firstline Technology and FLIR Our hazardous materials training manual is finally available on Amazon! Click here to get your copy. Don’t forget to rate...

The new series!?! Well kinda. Bob got deployed and we toiled on new episodes that were lost. Fear not! We have some awesomeness coming your way. Listen to this sequel to THMG123 on Water Reactives. Episode Overview: In this episode, Michael Menaco and Bobby Salves discuss air reactives, also known as pyrophoric substances. They delve into the differences between air reactives and water reactives,...

Handling an unknown with nothing but what you have on the street and what’s in your head is a daunting thought. In this mini-series we will review with you the processes and considerations in placing the unknown into something much more manageable. Thank you to our sponsors: Firstline Technology and FLIR Our hazardous materials training manual is finally available on Amazon! Click here to get your...

Handling an unknown with nothing but what you have on the street and what’s in your head is a daunting thought. In this mini-series we will review with you the processes and considerations in placing the unknown into something much more manageable. Thank you to our sponsors: Firstline Technology and FLIR Our hazardous materials training manual is finally available on Amazon! Click here to get your...

In this episode, Mike and Bob discuss the enormous amount of information on the topic of metering and sensoring. They also explain the most common technologies and techniques used in monitoring. Thank you to our sponsors: Firstline Technology and FLIR Our hazardous materials training manual is finally available on Amazon! Click here to get your copy. Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Do...

Handling an unknown with nothing but what you have on the street and what’s in your head is a daunting thought. In this mini-series we will review with you the processes and considerations in placing the unknown into something much more manageable. Thank you to our sponsors:  Firstline Technology  and  FLIR Our hazardous materials training manual is finally available on Amazon! Click  here  to get...

We polled a bunch of our colleagues and asked them, “What makes a team work and what makes them fail?” We rounded up the six most effective tips to build a successful team. Enjoy! Thank you to our sponsors:  Firstline Technology  and  FLIR Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe.   Thanks for listening and watching!   Follow us on the socials: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube   Don’t just g...

We were lucky enough to be given some well deserved critiques on Episodes 78 and 79. Nick Wright, who is extremely well versed on placards helps better explain some of our earlier mistakes and teaches us some new lessons. Thank you to our sponsors: Firstline Technology and FLIR. Our hazardous materials training manual is finally available on Amazon! Click here to get your copy. Don’t forget to rat...

In our 200th episode, Mike answers three questions from our devoted listeners. Thank you to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc. ,  First Line Technology , and  All Safe Industries . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon! Episode Overview:In this special 200th episode, Michae...

In part two of a two-part series, Bob and Mike conclude their discussion of germs. Thank you to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc. ,  First Line Technology , and  All Safe Industries . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon! Episode Overview:In the 199th episode of The Hazma...

In part one of a two-part series, Bob and Mike begin their discussion of germs by defining bacteria and viruses. Thank you to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc. ,  First Line Technology , and  All Safe Industries . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon! Episode Overview:In...

In this hot wash episode, Bob and Mike talk to Jeff Stull about the “Rethink Level A” campaign. Thank you to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc. ,  First Line Technology , and  All Safe Industries . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon! Episode Overview: In this episode, Mi...

In this hot wash episode, Bob and Mike discuss energy storage systems (ESS), which are becoming particularly relevant in the world of hazmat. Thank you to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc. ,  First Line Technology , and  All Safe Industries . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on...

In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss pumping techniques in above or below grade situations. We’ll also discuss real-life scenarios and caveats to consider while pumping. Thank you to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc. ,  First Line Technology , and  All Safe Industries . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Person...

In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss a listener-submitted mercury spill. Thank you to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc. ,  First Line Technology , and  All Safe Industries . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon!

In this episode, Bob and Mike wrap up their discussion of MC331 tankers. They also discuss a recent run Mike was on and what his team could have done differently. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc. ,  First Line Technology , and  All Safe Industries . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is fin...

In this episode, Bob and Mike talk to Ron Huffman about the techniques we can use to mitigate propane emergencies. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc. ,  First Line Technology , and  All Safe Industries . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon! Episode Overview In th...

In this episode, Bob and Mike sit down with Jon Baldridge from CavCom to discuss in-suit communication. They enjoyed learning about the cutting-edge technology that allows us to effectively communicate in tenuous situations. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc. ,  First Line Technology , and  All Safe Industries . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills:...

In this episode, Bob and Mike wrap up their review of an overturned MC 331 tanker scenario. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc. ,  First Line Technology , and  All Safe Industries . This was originally going to be a one episode hot wash, but it expanded – much like propane does! In this episode, Bob and Mike explore how propane works and get into the weeds on tanks and operations. Episode Overvie...