About this episode

The episode features a lively draft of hazmat products, discussing choices and trade-offs in building a hazard response lineup.

In this episode, the guys run a full-on draft where each person picks 10 different hazmat products while boxing the others out from grabbing the same items. As the rounds unfold, the conversation turns into a lively breakdown of choices, priorities, and the trade-offs that come with building a hazard response lineup. The result is a Frankenstein-style hazmat company, kind of weird on paper, but surprisingly capable when it comes to covering most hazards. If you’re into sports-style drafting and you like hearing how a team would piece together a practical (and slightly chaotic) hazardous materials setup, this one’s for you. Take a listen to hear how the draft plays out and what their final “company” looks like. EPISODE SPONSORS Rigaku Analytical Devices Rigaku provides handheld Raman analyzers for first responders facing unknown hazards. Their 1064 nm Raman technology reduces fluorescence interference, enabling chemical identification in under a minute—even in difficult samples. Rigaku’s fourth-generation platform expands accessory support to help teams assess hazards faster and safer. https://www.rigakuanalytical.com Teledyne FLIR Defense CBRNE threats don’t wait for safe…

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Rigaku Analytical Devices, Teledyne FLIR Defense

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