The HazMat Guys
Episodes
THMG237a – Advanced RID detection with FLIR
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We had the opportunity to catch up with Chris Skrocki and Steve Tymoszuk from FLIR to find out what’s new in the Radionuclide Detection world and wh...
THMG237 – Hot tar, hotwash
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A listener sent in a real life scenario that was strange, so Bob and Mike attempted to recreate the environment and put together a viable game plan. P...
THMG236 – Training in the coronavirus era – Part II
15 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With COVID-19 fading away (hopefully), many departments are faced with the new reality that continuing education and hands-on-training needs to contin...
THMG235 – Training in the coronavirus era – Part I
08 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With COVID-19 fading away (hopefully), many departments are faced with the new reality that continuing education and hands-on-training needs to contin...
THMG234 – COVID-19 Update with Dr. Christina Baxter
01 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We were lucky enough to catch up with Dr. Christina Baxter about the current pandemic (COVID-19). She shares her insights and introduces her new, cont...
THMG233 – OUR EXPERIENCE WITH COVID-19
24 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mike describes his personal experience with coronavirus and provides insight in combating the pandemic.Thank you to our sponsor: All Safe Industries, ...
THMG232 – Differences in Regional responses
17 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bob gets to catch up with two firefighters from different part of the country while Mike recovers from COVID-19. We get a chance to chat with Tyler Br...
THMG231 – Emergency Management Thoughts with Jason Rogers
10 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Monaco DOWN! Monaco DOWN! Mike got the Wuhan Wheeze, but that won’t stop the show. Bob catches up with a good friend of the show (and Roundtable reg...
THMG230 – THMG e-University
03 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Haz Mat Guys recently debuted an online continuing education academy named THMG e-University. Take a listen to find out why you and your Departmen...
THMG229 – Killing those germs! Part 1
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
UUUGggghhh. TV is killing me more than this virus. What is safe? What is dirty? Do I have to kill my kids to stop this insanity? Well, fret not little...
THMG228 – Maritime HM with Aaron Jozsef
20 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After many months of coordinating we finally got to sit down with a friend in the water business. Aaron has an impressive history of doing HM on the w...
THMG227 – Water, water everywhere…Part 2
13 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We take this for granted but this makes a huge difference in everything from the metering, to the reference of where something will be to decon. Let u...
THMG226 – Water, water everywhere…Part 1
06 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We take this for granted but this makes a huge difference in everything from the metering, to the reference of where something will be to decon. Let u...
THMG225 – Mailbag 3
28 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I think we’re nearing the bottom of the ol’ mailbag, but one can never be sure. We take a look at a few more quick answers and give some tactical ...
THMG224 – Mailbag Part 2
21 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you to our sponsor: KNR Plaques and AwardsOur hazardous materials training manual is finally available on Amazon! Click here to get your copy.Do...
THMG223 – Mailbag Part 1
14 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you to our sponsor: KNR Plaques and AwardsOur hazardous materials training manual is finally available on Amazon! Click here to get your copy.Do...
THMG222 – CoronaVirus explained
07 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
All the cool kids are talking about the Coronavirus. So being nerds, we sat down and did some research and boiled it down to its essence. Take a liste...
THMG221 – Use the force – Radiation forces Part 2
31 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Admittedly this will not help you operationally, but this WILL help your understanding of how radiation works. Nerdy…yes, Enriching…definitely. Ta...
THMG220 – Use the force – Radiation forces Part 1
24 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Admittedly this will not help you operationally, but this WILL help your understanding of how radiation works. Nerdy...yes, Enriching...definitely. Ta...
THMG218 – Cleanup Contractor Roundtable – Part 2
10 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We reached out to the community and selected three cleanup contractors to give a little insight as to what happens after the emergency is over and we ...
THMG217 – Cleanup Contractor Roundtable – Part 1
03 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We reached out to the community and selected three cleanup contractors to give a little insight as to what happens after the emergency is over and we ...
THMG216 – Deescalating the incident – Part 2
27 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
After a listener sent us an email (thanks Pat!) about what happens after we’re done, we scratched our heads. So we put together a two part show on d...
THMG215 – Deescalating the incident – Part 1
20 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
After a listener sent us an email (thanks Pat!) about what happens after we’re done, we scratched our heads. So we put together a two part show on d...
THMG214a – Interview with Steve Haise from All Safe Industries, Inc.
17 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We got a chance to sit down with Steve Haise from All Safe Industries and discussed the things they are doing to improve the landscape of the Emergenc...
THMG214 – Questions to ask yourself when selecting PPE – Part 2
13 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
THMG213 – Questions to ask yourself when selecting PPE – Part 1
06 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
THMG212 – Laser methane operations review
29 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Bob discuss two operations that had gas emergencies where we used a laser methane Thank you to our sponsors: Firstline Technology and FLIROu...
THMG211 – Tips for the Operations Level – Part 2
22 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Our hazardous materials training manual is finally available on Amazon! Click here to get your copy.Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe. ...
THMG209 – Propane questions from the New Guys
08 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
THMG209 – Propane questions from the New Guys
08 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
THMG208 – Placards V2.0 with Nick Wright (Part II)
01 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 bette...
THMG207 – Placards V2.0 with Nick Wright (Part I)
25 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 bette...
THMG206 – 6 ways to Work More effectively as a team
25 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
THMG205 – Addressing the unknown – Part 4
25 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 w...
THMG204 – Addressing the unknown – Part 3
25 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 tec...
THMG203 – Addressing the unknown – Part 2
25 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 w...
THMG202 – Addressing the unknown – Part 1
25 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 w...
THMG201 – Air reactives
25 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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. Liste...
THMG200 – Our 200th Episode and Questions Answered
06 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In our 200th episode, Mike answers three questions from our devoted listeners.Thank you to our sponsors, CavCom, Inc., First Line Technology, and A...
THMG199 – Germs, Part II
30 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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, an...
THMG198 – Germs, Part I
23 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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, In...
THMG197 – Rethinking Level A with Jeff Stull
16 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 Li...
THMG196 – Hot Wash: Energy Storage Systems (ESS)
09 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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...
THMG195 – Pump It Up (Or Down)!
02 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 c...
THMG189 – Hot Wash: Mega Mercury Spill
23 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss a listener-submitted mercury spill.Thank you to our sponsors, CavCom, Inc., First Line Technology, and All Sa...
THMG186 – MC331 Wrap-Up & Some Tidbits
31 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
THMG185 – Propane Flaring Techniques with Ron Huffman
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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....
THMG184a – Advanced Communication with CavCom
21 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
THMG184 – Leaking MC331 Scenario, Part II
17 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 Technolog...
THMG183 – Leaking MC331 Scenario, Part I
10 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike review MC 331 and explore an overturned tanker situation.Thank to our sponsors, CavCom, Inc., First Line Technology, a...
THMG182 – Hot Wash: Nitric Acid & Acetone
03 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this hot wash episode, Bob and Mike explore a listener-submitted incident involving a nitric acid and acetone explosion.Thank to our sponsors, Cav...
THMG181 – Hazmat Codes Class with Jim Jaracz
26 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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. Y...
THMG180 – Meter Purchasing Pitfalls with Dr. Eric Roy
19 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss the potential pitfalls surrounding purchasing meters with Dr. Eric Roy.Thank to our sponsors, CavCom, Inc., Fi...
THMG179 – Hot Wash: Paraquat Dichloride
12 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this hot wash episode, Bob and Mike discuss a chemical they’d previously never heard of – paraquat dichloride.Thank to our sponsors, CavCom, ...
THMG178 – Hot Wash: CO2 Incident & Acid Bath
05 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 less...
THMG177 – Hot Wash: CO2
29 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 Fir...
THMG176 – Shelter in Place Concepts, Part II
22 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ou...
THMG175 – Shelter in Place Concepts, Part I
15 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ou...
THMG173 – Listener Mail Bag
01 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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...
THMG172 – Scrubbin’ Some Ammonia
22 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 Technolog...
THMG171 – Explosives In the Mangroves
15 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
THMG170 – Fourth Generation Chemical Agents, Part II
08 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike conclude their exploration of fourth generation chemical agents.Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Thanks f...
THMG169 – Fourth Generation Chemical Agents, Part I
01 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike answer questions about the new generation of chemical warfare agents. This discussion was prompted by a recent joint gov...
THMG168 – The Murse
25 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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...
THMG167 – Hot Wash: Leaking Batteries
18 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this hot wash episode, Bob and Mike discuss and analyze a listener-submitted leaking battery incident.Thank to our sponsors, CavCom, Inc. and Fi...
THMG166 – Near-Fatal Chlorine Incident Review
11 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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,...
THMG164a – Interview with Chris Hodge of First Line
08 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore decontamination technology with industry expert Chris Hodge from First Line Technology.Thank to our sponsors, CavCom, Inc...
THMG165 – Refrigerants Incidents, Part II
04 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 sp...
THMG164 – Refrigerants Incidents, Part I
29 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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, ...
THMG163 – Hot Wash: Acid Spill
21 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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 ch...
THMG162 – Hazmat RIT Discussion
14 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
THMG161 – Listener Questions with Mike
08 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike answers a few listener questions while Bob’s on assignment learning about flammable liquids. Thank to our sponsor, CavCom, Inc...
THMG160 – Hot Wash: Propane, Part II
30 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this hot wash episode, Bob and Mike conclude their discussion of a listener-submitted propane incident. Thank to our sponsor, CavCom, Inc. Our haza...
THMG159 – Hot Wash: Propane, Part I
23 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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...
THMG157 – Chemical Agent Monitors, Part II
09 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike continue their discussion of chemical agent monitors.Thank to our sponsor, CavCom, Inc..Our hazardous materials trainin...
THMG156 – Chemical Agent Monitors, Part I
02 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike review a few of the chemical agent monitor options out there. Some are out of service, some are in service, and others a...
THMG153 – Acrolein, Part II
12 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike and Bob wrap up their discussion of acrolein by reviewing three interesting case studies.Thank to our sponsors – CBRNE Conver...
THMG152 – Acrolein, Part I
05 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike and Bob break down one of the best chemicals for instructors to use when giving common scenarios: acrolein. They’ll discuss th...
THMG151 – Hydrofluoric Acid Series, Part III: Anonymous Interview
28 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike conducts an anonymous interview with someone who has a lot of experience working with hydrogen fluoride in an industrial setting...
THMG150 – Hot Wash: Pool Chlorine
21 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this hot wash episode, Mike explores an interesting topic submitted by a loyal listener in the Midwest.Thank to our sponsors – CBRNE Convergence...
THMG148 – Hydrofluoric Acid Series, Part II: Interview with Stephen McManus
07 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike talks to Stephen McManus about a few of the more memorable hydrofluoric acid incidents he’s been involved with.Thank to our sp...
THMG147 – Hydrofluoric Acid Series, Part I: Introductions
31 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This is the first episode in a two-part series on hydrofluoric acid. In this episode, we explore this chemical a bit and set up for the rest of the se...
THMG146 – Hot Wash: Cylinders with Bob Coschignano
24 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike sits down with Bob Coschignano from Hazmat101 Consultants to discuss an interesting incident that happened recently. They expl...
THMG145 – NDIR Overview
17 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike unpack non-dispersive infrared technology, or NDIR.Thank to our sponsors – CBRNE Convergence World 2018, FLIR, and ...
THMG144 – The Periodic Table, Part II
10 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we conclude our discussion of the periodic table of elements to give you the foundational knowledge you need to work smarter.Thank to...
THMG143 – The Periodic Table, Part I
03 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike and Bob explore the periodic table of elements to give you the foundational knowledge you need to work smarter.Thank to our spon...
THMG142 – Synthetic Opioids
27 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mike and Bob discuss all things synthetic opioids, with a focus on U-47700.Thank to our sponsors – CBRNE Convergence World 2018, ...
THMG140 – Tips for Responding to Mixed Loads
13 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss a range of tips to help you respond safely to and operate efficiently at mixed load transportation incidents.Thank to our ...
THMG139 – Interview with Mike Callan, Part II
06 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of a 2 part series, Bob and Mike conclude their discussion with Mike Callan.Thank to our sponsor, CBRNE Convergence World 2018. This show wi...
THMG138 – Interview with Mike Callan, Part I
29 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In part 1 of a two part series, Bob and Mike discuss the foundations of hazmat in the United States with Mike Callan. They also enjoy a few anecdotal ...
THMG137 – TATP Techniques with Dr. Mike Logan
24 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss how to destroy TATP with Dr. Mike Logan. They focus on describing an approach to destroying organic peroxides (l...
THMG136 – Biological Facilities Intro with Jacqui Hardt
15 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike talk to Jacqui Hardt about the civilian side of biological facilities. They discuss the different types of operations ou...
THMG135a – Live Show at Baltimore 2018 Courtesy of 908 Devices
09 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we broadcast live from the 2018 IAFC Baltimore Hazmat Conference. You’ll hear from Dr. Christina Baxter, Dr. Mork Norman, Dave DeGr...
THMG135 – Haz Mat RIT with Mark Sicuso
08 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about hazmat RIT with our friend Mark Sicuso. He provided his perspective on the philosophy behind RIT and gave advice on how...
THMG133a – Interview with Dräger’s Paul Tarter
05 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike sit down with Paul Tarter from Dräger to discuss the company’s latest product developments for communication and gas ...
THMG134 – Sulfuric Shirt Incident
01 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss dry decontamination and a sulfuric shirt incident sent in by a listener.Thank to our sponsor, CBRNE Convergence ...
THMG133 – So You Want to Run a Hazmat Conference?
25 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike discuss planning a hazmat conference with conference organizers in Minneapolis.Thank to our sponsor, CBRNE Convergence W...
THMG132 – Vapor Pressure vs. Volatility
18 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike explore the differences between vapor pressure and volatility.Thank to our sponsor, CBRNE Convergence World 2018. This s...
THMG131 – Hydrogen Vehicles and Filling Stations with Jen Hamilton
11 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike talk to Jen Hamilton from the California Fuel Cell Partnership about hydrogen gas, cars, and filling stations.Don’t fo...
THMG130 – Novichok
04 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob and Mike explore Novichok, which has been in the news lately.Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Thanks for listening...