The HazMat Guys

In this episode, Mike and Bob discuss the basic ins and outs of acid/base titration. 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 Monaco and Bobby Salveson discuss the process of titration, a vital technique fo...

In this episode, Mike and Bob talk to Jim Jaracz about codes and standards and how they apply to the world of hazmat. 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 Monaco and Bobby Salveson are joined by Jim Jar...

In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss how to be a better entry technician. 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 Monaco and Bobby Salveson share practical tips on how to improve as an entry technician in...

In this episode, we offer some pointers on how to be an effective science/resource officer and discuss how it benefits your entire team. 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 Monaco and Bobby Salveson di...

In this episode, we discuss the top 5 chemicals that can hurt us on the job. 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 Monaco and Bobby Salveson explore the top five chemicals most likely to cause harm to fi...

In this episode, we interview  Greg Noll , the chairman of the  National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) . We discuss the history and future of the NFPA, NFPA 472, OSHA, and many other topics. 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, we answer the following questions: How do I read a multi-gas monitor and account for correction factors? What’s the difference between CPM and REM? Can we use bunker gear for all hazmat responses? What is a mole and how does it affect our response? Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe.   Thanks for listening and watching!   Follow us on the socials: Facebook Instagram Linke...

In the last episode of the year, we discuss acute toxic classroom syndrome (ATCS), which is something we’ve all dealt with at some point. 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 discuss a humorou...

In this episode, we conclude our exploration of hydrogen sulfide by discussing decontamination, treatment, transport, and mitigation. 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 Episode 60, Bobby and Mike continue their multi-part...

In this episode, we begin to explore one of the most common chemicals we respond to: hydrogen sulfide. 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, Bobby and Mike explore the dangerous and often underestimated chemical...

In this episode, we discuss the fundamentals of phase changes (known and physical properties) and how they affect our operations. 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 Summary: In this episode, hosts Michael Monaco and Bobby Salas dive i...

In this episode, we continue discussing PPE and begin talking about different kinds of SCBA. 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 deep into the world of Level A protective suits and breat...

In this continuing series on hazmat law, we explore why we have PPE and how we should use it. 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, Mike and Bobby explore the foundational concepts of phase changes and physical...

In the second episode of this two-part series, we discuss hazmat and firefighting with  Dr. Denis Onieal , Deputy Director of the  U.S. Fire Administration . 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, Bobby and Mike...

In the first episode of this two-part series, we discuss hazmat and firefighting with  Dr. Denis Onieal , Deputy Director of the  U.S. Fire Administration . 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, Bobby and Mike w...

In this episode, Bob interviews Bob Metcalfe, a meteorologist and host of The Firefighter Podcast, to discuss the impact of weather on hazmat scenes. 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, Bobby hosts his friend...

In part two of this two-part series, we review the federal codes and regulations surrounding transport and placarding. 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 Summary: In this engaging episode, hosts Bobby Salveson and Michael Monaco conti...

In part one of this two-part series, we review the federal codes and regulations surrounding transport and placarding. 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, Bobby and Mike delve into the 49 CFR (Code of Federal...

In this two-part series, we’ll review the laws, regulations, and standards that affect us as hazmat techs. 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, Bobby and Mike continue their deep dive into the laws that govern...

In this two-part series, we’ll review the laws, regulations, and standards that affect us as hazmat techs. 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 Summary: In this episode, Bobby and Mike dive into the complexities of hazmat laws, regulati...

In the final episode of our five-part series, Mike and Bob finish their discussion of  APIE  and how it applies to hazmat. 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 Summary: In this episode, Bobby and Mike complete their discussion of the AP...

In this interview with the newly minted Director of  Massachusetts Hazmat  Dave DeGregorio, we discuss what it’s like to lead one of the nation’s largest and busiest hazmat assets. 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 Summary: In this e...

In episode four of a five-part series, Mike and Bob continue discussing  APIE  and how it applies to hazmat. 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 Summary: In this episode, Bobby and Mike continue their deep dive into the API process by...

In episode three of a five-part series, Mike and Bob continue to discuss  APIE  and how it applies to hazmat. 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 Summary: In this episode, Bobby and Mike continue their exploration of the API process by...

In episode two of a five-part series, Mike and Bob continue to discuss APIE and how it applies to hazmat. 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, Bob Salveson and Mike Monaco dive deep into the intricacies of tra...