A podcast more focused on industrial fire departments and industrial hazmat response. From discussing interesting calls, to talking about equipment, to touching on distinctly corporate aspects of the job, the Industrial Strength team delves into different aspects of working within an industrial hazmat team. Through these podcasts the team endeavors to shed more light on what’s often an overlooked part of the public safety sector for other industry insiders as well as visitors from municipal teams.
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A podcast more focused on industrial fire departments and industrial hazmat response. From discussing interesting calls, to talking about equipment, to touching on distinctly corporate aspects of the job, the Industrial Strength team delves into different aspects of working within an industrial hazmat team. Through these podcasts the team endeavors to shed more light on what’s often an overlooked part of the public safety sector for other industry insiders as well as visitors from municipal teams.
Episode OverviewIn this thrilling conclusion to the three-part series on peroxide-forming chemicals, hosts Jeff, Steve, and Randy dive into several real-world case studies highlighting the dangers of mishandling these volatile substances. With a mix of expert analysis, storytelling, humor, and a bit of unexpected technical chaos, they underscore the importance of vigilance in industrial and laboratory safety. From explosive lab incidents to a near-IED discovery in an industrial lab, this episode offers critical lessons for hazmat professionals and industrial safety teams.Segment Breakdown & Timestamps[0:29] – Introduction and Recap• Jeff introduces Part 3 of the peroxide series.• Recap of Parts 1 & 2, covering peroxide formers, hazards, and detection.[3:00] – Case Study #1: 2001 Evadale, Texas Paper Mill Explosion• Explosion caused by hydrogen peroxide reacting with caustic soda.• Resulted in extensive property damage and two injuries.• Discussion of heat and oxygen generation in chemical reactions.[10:15] – Case Study #2: 2006 UC Berkeley Lab Explosion• An undergrad injured due to peroxide crystals formed during solvent distillation.• Solvent (THF) was unstabilized; highlights importance of using inhibitors.[20:00] – Internet & Audio Failures (Blooper Segment)• Hosts experience hilarious technical difficulties and mic dropouts.• Unfiltered banter and outtakes lighten the mood.[27:40] – Case Study #3: 2017 University of Minnesota Waste Explosion• Technician detonates residue while recycling a glass bottle.• Explosion powerful enough to destroy a cart and damage adjacent rooms.[34:45] – Case Study #4: 2012 Self-Reported TATP Formation• Individual discovers TATP crystals in a decade-old IPA bottle.• ATF confirms peroxide crystals can form over time with minimal conditions.[44:10] – Follow-Up on Two Similar ATF Cases• Explosions linked to old IPA containers in office and lab environments.• Discussion on the forgotten dangers of long-term chemical storage.[50:20] – Case Study #5: Personal On-Site Incident• Discovery of crystallized THF in a neglected lab prompts evacuation.• Team consults with external bomb expert for safe removal and disposal.[1:00:00] – Wrap-Up & Teaser for Next Episode• Tease of next episode’s topic: long-term sensitizing chemical exposure.• Call to listeners to email stories and feedback.Got a hazmat horror story or a weird chemical tale? Email the team at hazmatharder@gmail.com
Industrial Strength Podcast
A podcast more focused on industrial fire departments and industrial hazmat response. From discussing interesting calls, to talking about equipment, to touching on distinctly corporate aspects of the job, the Industrial Strength team delves into different aspects of working within an industrial hazmat team. Through these podcasts the team endeavors to shed more light on what’s often an overlooked part of the public safety sector for other industry insiders as well as visitors from municipal teams.
