April 2024 Issue
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...
Let’s Be Real
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...
Sammy Slime on the Salty Soapbox presents: Vitals Illusion Confusion – Part 2
Armando S. Bevelacqua Welcome back. Last month we went back into the past and looked at some historical documents i.e. NFPA 471 and Don Abbotts...
A Complete Mastery Guide
The Haz Mat Guys Productions, Inc. Diving into the hazmat world is like a mix of tricky obstacles and big wins. It might look daunting...
March 2024 Issue
In this issue, tips on Achieving Success in Hazardous Materials, shocking discussion on Grounding and Bonding, Sammy Slime returns for Vitals Illusion Confusion – Part...
Illicit Labs, Air Monitoring & More!
Todd Burton When I started on the Hazmat team in San Diego in 1999, Meth Labs were still going strong down in the Southwest. We...
What Makes A Good Instructor?
Kevin Ryan The quest for learning never ends. The sources available are endless. There is a never-ending stream of books (audible included), videos and podcasts...
Sammy Slime on the Salty Soapbox presents: Vitals illusion confusion – Part 1
Armando S. Bevelacqua Let me set the stage. Most of you know me, as a hazmat guy, and specifically medical hazmat guy. Yes, it’s true...
A Liquid Oxygen Release – Should I Be Worried?
Andrew Byrnes Interviewing dozens of experienced hazmat instructors and students I found some interesting opinions regarding a Liquid Oxygen (LOX) response. The standard precautions taken...
February 2024 Issue
This month, our contributors share insight on what makes a good instructor, liquid oxygen response considerations, Illicit labs, and air monitoring tips. Sammy Slime hops...