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 episode of Industrial Strength Hazmat, Jeff, Randy, and Steve dive into the significant updates brought by NFPA 470, which consolidates and replaces NFPA 472 and 1072. With their signature banter and practical insight, they unpack what these changes mean for hazmat response teams, especially those in industrial environments. From the evolving role of specialists to new requirements for Incident Commanders (ICs), the team explores how these standards reshape training, qualifications, and inter-agency coordination. Segment Breakdown & Timestamps00:00 – Tech Glitches & Canadian Humor* A rocky start, playful banter about Canada and celebrities like Jim Carrey and Alex Trebek02:55 – Meet the Hosts* Jeff, Randy, and Steve introduce themselves and their backgrounds in hazmat03:42 – What Is NFPA 470?* Explanation of the new consolidated standard* Importance of knowing how NFPA and OSHA standards interact05:06 – Confidence and Competency in Hazmat Calls* The difference between experienced teams and teams with fewer reps* Importance of proper training and readiness06:41 – Levels of Hazmat Responders* Awareness, Operations, Technician, and Specialist* Defensive vs. offensive roles in hazmat response08:23 – Evolution of the Specialist Role* How NFPA 470 changes the scope of the "Specialist" designation* Introduction of Specialist A, B, C—container, chemical, and liaison roles* Increased relevance for SMEs (Subject Matter Experts)13:29 – Challenges in Tracking Specialist Qualifications* Need for better accountability and tracking systems* Specialist roles must now be more clearly defined and documented15:39 – JPRs (Job Performance Requirements) & Documentation* Specialists writing and maintaining JPRs* Importance of clear, vetted qualification documents for broader team access17:27 – Continuous Improvement in the Fire Service* Revising and improving standards through feedback—not always tragedy* Positive evolution of the hazmat profession18:12 – IC Role Updates* New training hour requirements and specific ICS classes for Incident Commanders* Appendix in NFPA 470 offers structured JPRs for IC roles22:06 – The Importance of Training Records* Ensuring consistent qualifications across multi-agency incidents* Potential for transferable certifications between industrial and municipal teams24:29 – Technology and Equipment Gaps* How differing tools (like meters) create deficiencies between teams* The case for standardized taskbooks and equipment training27:22 – Final Thoughts* Positive reception of NFPA 470 changes* Hope for future improvements in documentation and database systems28:34 – What’s Coming Next?* Sneak peek into the next episode: comparing NFPA 470 with OSHA standards28:55 – Listener Engagement* Submit questions or episode ideas via hazmatharder@gmail.com Listener EngagementGot questions, feedback, or ideas for future topics? Email the team at:hazmatharder@gmail.com Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and email us your thoughts!
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.
