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21/09/2020

Hi everyone, unfortunately we had some technical difficulties with our last Hazmatician Chronicles episode and had to delete it. So, that is why it hasn't posted to our podcast feed. We will be re-recording very soon and let everyone know when it will drop. Sorry for the delay, but things happen. Thank you very much for your loyal support and please stay tuned.

06/09/2020

Here is the latest Chemical Bulletin from Hazmat & Advanced Training Solutions, LLC, who are one our sponsors for the Hazmatician Chronicles podcast. Enjoy!

06/08/2020

Working on another episode of Hazmatician Chronicles, so keep an eye out for when the link drops. If you're new to following FDU Podcast, checkout this link to listen to earlier episodes: https://fdupodcast.podbean.com

A passionate firefighter with more than 20 years fire service experience who wants to educate the fire service community. Discussion topics ranging from firefighting, hazmat, tech rescue, EMS, surviving probation, new industry innovations, hot button topic...

11/07/2020

In this episode Ken and I discuss RIT on the fire ground, as well as the importance of continuous training on the topic. We discuss Phoenix Firefighter Brett Tarver's LODD, and how his department took an active approach to researching all the details of RIT and Maydays on the fire scene. We also go....

02/07/2020

We are going to be recording a new episode of FDU podcast tomorrow, so keep an eye out for when the link drops.

11/06/2020

Robert Bohrer offers a review of the dangers of carbon monoxide and the medical treatment of victims of carbon monoxide poisoning.

11/06/2020

In this installment I review the chemical characteristics of carbon monoxide (CO), along with an overview of atmospheric monitoring. The topic takes a path of proper response and mitigation procedures, as well as the proper PPE to wear on a CO call. I also talk about finer points of medical treatmen...

08/06/2020

Hi everyone, I hope everybody is staying safe out there? I apologize for being MIA for awhile, I've been bogged down with school work the past few weeks. I have been knocking out a few classes this summer for my degree, so that has really taken a lot of my time. Just a quick update, I am working on a new episode of Hazmatician Chronicles, so please keep an eye out for the link when it is released. As always, please feel free to message me any ideas for future hazmat and firefighting topics for the podcast, or if you just want to say "hi". We love to hear from our followers and listeners. Take care and I please be safe out there.

27/04/2020

In this installment, I give an overview of current U.S. and Florida COVID-19 statistics. From there I discuss some of the comments I have received regarding using UV light to disinfect N95 masks, attempts to prolong PPE life, and different disinfectants listed on the CDC website (link is below). I a...

06/04/2020

During our pandemic orders, why not listen to all out episodes to help pass the time? Click the link below and enjoy fire service history, firefighting topics, and hazmat. Enjoy!

https://fdupodcast.podbean.com/

A passionate firefighter with more than 20 years fire service experience who wants to educate the fire service community. Discussion topics ranging from firefighting, hazmat, tech rescue, EMS, surviving probation, new industry innovations, hot button topic...

03/04/2020

Here is the Fire Engineering link to the article titled "Chemical Su***de Awareness". This article pertains to hydrogen sulfide, which is the chemical discussed in the latest installment on Hazmatician Chronicles podcast. Enjoy!

https://www.fireengineering.com/2015/11/23/280628/chemical-su***de-awareness/

Exercising situational awareness and not being complacent will not only help first responders but it will also allow for an incident action plan to fall in to place at these particular incidents, writes Robert Bohrer.

03/04/2020

In this installment I discuss hydrogen sulfide as the chemical that has gained prominence over the past few years in chemical su***des. I also talk about onscene indications of hydrogen sulfide, as well as proper PPE selection when mitigating these situations. I briefly discuss chemical su***de awar...

02/04/2020

Hi everyone! Hopefully, everybody is being safe and taking the proper precautions during this uncertain time with the pandemic. Just wanted to put an update out there that we are currently working on some new FDU and Hazmatician Chronicles episodes. We are currently testing out a few face time type apps to see which is better for the sound quality, so please bear with us. We are also doing research for some future Hazmatician Chronicles involving historical pandemics and other biological agent incidents. So, definitely stay tuned for those future episodes. Again, please be safe out there and if you have any questions or comments about our show, please message us here on FB. Take care!

25/03/2020

In this installment, I talk about COVID-19 and why it is so highly contagious. I also talk about what the area I work in is doing for COVID-19 responses, along with what proper PPE to wear. I discuss the different CDC recommendations for PPE, as well as donning, deconing, and doffing your PPE safely...

16/03/2020

Wow! Over 2,100 downloads for our podcast. Thank you again to everyone who has downloaded it. We truly appreciate all the support and positive feedback we have received. It is very humbling and motivating for us to continue to record episodes and help teach the fire service and hazmat world. Stay tuned for some great future episodes.

15/03/2020

In this episode, we introduce our new guest co-host, Ken, to the show. The topic focused for this episode is fog and smoothbore nozzles, as well as side topics on pump hydraulics, hose management, and tactical considerations for each particular nozzle. This episode also talks about flow path of fire...

21/02/2020

Good video

This is a compilation of YouTube videos addressing how to use a NY Roof Hook. I used this video in a budget request at my department to help justify the purc...

20/02/2020

In this episode I discuss a NIOSH LODD report that occurred in 1984 involving the chemical Toluene. I also review the chemical characteristics of Toluene as well as mitigation objectives for non-hazmat fire companies and hazmat teams. Enjoy!

15/02/2020

Excited to announce that FDU Podcast is gaining a new addition to the show in the form of a co-host. We are currently working on some new material, so please keep an eye out for new episodes in the very near future. As always thank you to all our followers for your support.

31/01/2020

In this episode I talk about the history of Saint Florian and how he became the patron saint of firefighters. I delve into Florian's history as a Roman soldier, commander, and Christian who defied an emperor's wishes of religious persecution. This episode also talks about standing firm in what one's...

31/01/2020

Getting ready to record another FDU episode. Stay tuned for when it drops.

28/01/2020

Well have surpassed 1400 downloads for our podcast programs. I just want to say thank you to everyone who listens to us and follows us. The support you all give to this podcast is what motivates us to continue doing this. Also, I am working on content for a new episode of FDU, so please say tuned for that. Thank you!

16/01/2020

In this installment of Hazmatician Chronicles I dive into a little bit of World War II history involving the Battle of Stalingrad. In this battle there are allegations that Russia released a biological war agent (Tularemia) on the invading German forces. I also go over what Tularemia is, how contagi...

16/01/2020

The recording studio for the day. Recorded the latest installment of Hazmatician Chronicles. Stay tuned...