The HazMat Guys

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...

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...