Jake Ryks (Hazmat Training, Minnesota Perspectives and Fire Service Specialization) - Episode 1232

About this episode

Jake Ryks discusses his experiences and insights as a firefighter and HazMat Specialist.

Jake Ryks is a firefighter, EMT, and HazMat Specialist with the Saint Paul Fire Department, currently assigned to Squad 1 and HazMat 1. He serves as the HazMat training coordinator within the department. Jake was recognized as the 2024 Minnesota Firefighter of the Year and received the Michael O. McNamee Award of Valor for his role in rescuing multiple children from a house fire. Outside of the firehouse, Jake is actively involved in advancing the hazmat community through his work with The Haz Mat Guys, where he supports training initiatives and digital education. As the host of the Hazard Class Podcast, he brings a practical, no-nonsense perspective to the job, blending field experience, training insight, and honest conversations about the realities of the fire service. https://thehazmatguys.com/hazard-class/

People in this episode

Host: James Geering

Guest: Jake Ryks

Topics covered

• hazmat training
• fire service
• emergency response
• firefighter recognition
• digital education

Keywords

• firefighter
• EMT
• HazMat Specialist
• training coordinator
• Minnesota Firefighter of the Year
• rescue
• fire service

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Saint Paul Fire Department, The Haz Mat Guys, Hazard Class Podcast

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