The HazMat Guys

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...

In this episode, we begin discussing APIE, an acronym that helps us break down the decision making process when responding to situations. 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 Monaco and Bobby Salveson dis...

In this episode, we conclude our discussion on grounding and bonding and how they 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, Mike Monaco and Bob Salverson continue their deep dive into gro...

In part one of a two-part series, Bob and Mike explore the terms and theories behind grounding and bonding. 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 Monaco and Bob Salveson explore the intricacies of groundin...

In this second episode on  PPE  selection, we continue to explore why we wear what we do and go through several scenarios. 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 Monaco and Bob Salveson discuss the critical...

In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss the different levels of PPE and how we decide which suits we should wear in different situations. 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 Michael take a deep dive i...

Mike and Bob conclude their discussion of cryogenics and how they affect us in the field. 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 Monaco and Bob Salveson dive into the fascinating world of cryogenics in haza...

In this two-part series on cryogenics, Mike and Bob discuss the effects of this hazard on field operators. 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 Monaco and Bob Salveson discuss the critical role of cryogen...

In this mash-up episode, we join forces with Bob Metcalfe from The Firefighter Podcast and review the brand new  ERG (Emergency Response Guidebook) . This is a great refresher for those of you who haven’t looked at it for a while! 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...

We wrap up our two-part series on WMD by continuing our discussion and breaking down various terms. 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 35, Bobby and Michael continue their exploration of Weapons of Mass Destructio...

In part one of a two-part series on weapons of mass destruction (WMD), Bob and Mike begin discussing and breaking down various WMD-related terms. 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 34, Mike Monaco and Bob Salverso...

In this episode, Bob and Mike conclude their discussion of propane by reviewing common mitigation techniques. 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 33, Bobby and Michael explore the hazards and operational challenges...

In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss propane – and start off the topic with a bang! 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 32, Bobby and Michael tackle the topic of liquefied petroleum (LP) and propane, breaking down...

In this episode, Mike and Bob review DOT 412 tankers, which are some of the most prevalent over-the-road containers out there. 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 Monaco and Bob Salveson dive into a deta...

In this episode, Mike and Bob discuss polymerization and why it matters to first responders. 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 Monaco and Bob Salveson explore the complex topic of polymerization and its...

In this episode, we discuss hospital decon with special guest Tony Egan. Tony has an impressive resume and is an expert on emergency management in the hospital setting. We’ll talk about transporting a patient from the ambulance through the hospital. Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe.   Thanks for listening and watching!   Follow us on the socials: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube   Do...