The HazMat Guys

In this episode, Bob and Mike review MC 331 and explore an overturned tanker situation. 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 Overview In...

In this hot wash episode, Bob and Mike explore a listener-submitted incident involving a nitric acid and acetone explosion. 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 Overv...

Bob just returned from the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, MD. In this episode, he talks with Jim Jaracz, who was one of his instructors there. You can  apply for Jim’s course here . 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 Mat...

In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss the potential pitfalls surrounding purchasing meters with Dr. Eric Roy. 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 this e...

In this hot wash episode, Bob and Mike discuss a chemical they’d previously never heard of –  paraquat dichloride . 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 t...

In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss two different runs – one related to CO2 and one related to muriatic acid. After each run, they talk about lessons learned. 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 final...

In this hot wash episode, Bob and Mike discuss a CO2 response and take a long-term look at the incident. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . 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 of "The Hazmat Guy...

In part two of a two-part series, Bob and Mike discuss the seemingly-constant struggle of deciding whether to shelter in place or evacuate. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . 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 part one of a two-part series, Bob and Mike discuss the seemingly-constant struggle of deciding whether to shelter in place or evacuate. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . 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 episode, Bob and Mike dig into their mailbag to answer a few questions submitted by listeners. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . 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, Michael and Bobby answe...

In this episode, Bob and Mike explore a real life ammonia leak submitted by a listener. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe.   Thanks for listening and w...

In this episode, Bob and Mike explore a real life situation that took place in a mangrove forest in Florida. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe.   Thank...

In this episode, Bob and Mike conclude their exploration of fourth generation chemical agents. 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, Michael and Bobby dive into the topic of Fourth Generation Agents (FGAs), dis...

In this episode, Bob and Mike answer questions about the new generation of chemical warfare agents. This discussion was prompted by a recent joint government  publication . Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available...

In this episode, Bob and Mike focus their discussion on the all-important downrange bag, or “murse.” They review their must-haves and explore some of the most important things to consider as you build your own. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Mate...

In this hot wash episode, Bob and Mike discuss and analyze a listener-submitted leaking battery incident. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe.   Thanks f...

In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss a  near-fatal chlorine incident  and explore the situation from a variety of perspectives. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon! Don’t forget to rate, review, an...

In this episode, we explore decontamination technology with industry expert Chris Hodge from First Line Technology. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon! Summary: In this episode of The Hazmat Guys,...

In part two of a two-part series, Bob and Mike conclude their discussion of refrigerants and how we deal with them as first responders. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon! Don’t forget to rate, rev...

In part one of a two-part series, Bob and Mike discuss refrigerants and how they can be dangerous to first responders. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon! Summary: In this episode of The Hazmat Guy...

In this hot wash episode, Bob and Mike explore a listener-submitted acid spill incident. They learned a lot from reviewing this event, and Bob even changed his outlook on mitigation. Thank to our sponsors,  CavCom, Inc.  and  First Line Technology . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally...

In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss RITs (rapid intervention teams) and their role in our hazmat responses. Thank to our sponsors, CavCom, Inc. and First Line Technology. Our hazardous materials training manual, National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel, is finally available on Amazon! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe.   Thanks for...

In this episode, Mike answers a few listener questions while Bob’s on assignment learning about flammable liquids. Thank to our sponsor, CavCom, Inc. Our hazardous materials training manual, National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel, is finally available on Amazon! Complete Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe.   Thanks for listening and...

In this hot wash episode, Bob and Mike conclude their discussion of a listener-submitted propane incident. Thank to our sponsor, CavCom, Inc. Our hazardous materials training manual, National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel, is finally available on Amazon! Complete Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe.   Thanks for listening and watchin...

In this hot wash episode, Bob and Mike break down a listener-submitted propane incident and discuss how to handle multiple issues at once. Thank to our sponsor,  CavCom, Inc. . Our hazardous materials training manual,  National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel , is finally available on Amazon! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe.   Than...