A question was posed to us recently that was a tough one because of the simplicity. So we reached out to our good friend and confined space guru to chat about the considerations.

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With the civil unrest currently going on in the world right now, this topic has been all over the news. We figured that we could explain the way tear gas works a little better than the media in addition to providing some key insights that will help on the job.

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In this episode, hosts Michael Men Morocco and Bobby Sal delve into the topic of tear gases, discussing their history, usage, effects, and how to respond to them. They provide insights into the different types of tear gases, their chemical properties, and the proper decontamination procedures.

With the civil unrest currently going on in the world right now, this topic has been all over the news. So we figured that we could explain the way it works a little better considering how poorly the media does it.

Bonus: Getting a pH lower than zero?!?! We explain it.

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Phil McKracken sent in a question on neutralizing strong corrosives without creating a volume problem. We decided to dive into the topic of advanced neutralization with some key insights.

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Episode Overview: In this episode, hosts Michael Men Morocco and Bobby Sal share essential tips for titrating strong corrosives. They discuss the challenges, best practices, and safety measures for handling and neutralizing strong acids and bases in hazardous materials scenarios.

Phil McKracken sent in a question on neutralizing strong corrosives without making a volume problem. We responded in kind.

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With the recent events in the US, we felt compelled to call on our resident expert Todd Burton to share some of his insight on the legal and illicit worlds of Butane (use and storage). Check out his classes on our e-University!

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Michael and Bobby are joined by Todd Burton to discuss the hazards and safety measures associated with butane honey oil labs (BHO labs). The conversation covers various aspects of BHO lab operations, including both small-scale and large-scale extractions, and provides insights into how to handle these situations safely.

With the recent events that happened in the US, we felt compelled to call on our resident expert Todd Burton to share some of his insight as to the legal and illicit worlds of Butane use and storage. Check him out on the University!

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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 what there is to offer. Exciting stuff!

FLIR is the world’s leading manufacturer of Radionuclide Identification Devices (RIDs) and has recently introduced the identiFINDER R425. The identiFINDER R425 builds upon the simple to use identiFINDER R400 with a further 3x the gamma sensitivity, 2x neutron sensitivity, a free app to monitor the R425 and transfer files, and a long interval once fielded before factory service.

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Michael and Bobby discuss advanced radiation detection instruments (RIDs) with Steve Tim and Chris Sc from FLIR. They delve into the capabilities and features of various RIDs, particularly the new Identifier R425, and highlight its improvements over previous models.

We had the opportunity to catch up with Chris Skrocki and Steve Tymoszuk from FLIR to find out what new in the Radionuclide Detection world and what there is to offer. Exciting stuff!

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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. Please feel free to share your own thoughts with us!

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Episode Summary: In this episode, Michael and Bobby discuss a recent incident involving a leaking asphalt truck and the challenges faced during its mitigation. They share lessons learned and practical tips for handling similar hazmat situations. This episode provides valuable insights into the complexities of dealing with hot tar and offers suggestions for improving response strategies.