Derek Schaumann  “Just because you’re certified, it doesn’t mean you’re qualified.”  I heard this quote spoken by Ron Gore (Jacksonville Fire Rescue, retired, Safety Systems...

Kevin Ryan Hazmat incidents can often become complex and over-complicated. It is not uncommon to see paralysis by analysis taking place. Simple and efficient Incident...

Tyler Broughton Unconventional thinking for the fire service instructor  This article is going to be a collection of my thoughts pertaining to building relationships as...

Michal S. Hildebrand, CSP  The recent collapse of the Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland was caused by the container ship Dali losing control and colliding...

This month we discuss Spill & Leak Control on Intermodal Containers, Mental Absorption & Adsorption, One Simple Thing, and developing a Hazmat Academy. Contributors: Michael...

Jeff Zientek What is the Backup Teams duty on an Encapsulating Entry?  This question comes up often when discussing a Level A (or an encapsulating...

Kevin Ryan The world of hazmat response can be full of rabbit holes. The slang version of rabbit hole is defined by dictionary.com as an...

Mike Bloski  In the aftermath of a natural disasters, the role of first responders cannot be overstated. Among these brave men and women, local hazardous...

In this issue, we explore the mission of the “Backup Team,” discuss how to recognize avoid Rabbit Holes, how to improve Collaboration in disasters, and...

Kevin Ryan  The Florida Hazmat Symposium took place in Daytona Beach, FL in January of this year. The conference was first class with educational, social...