#368 PGI Particulate Protection & Decontamination Seminar 1 of 6 with Andy Slater PGI

welcome to a very special episode, the launch of a powerful six-part mini-series dedicated to one of the most critical issues facing our profession: firefighter cancer, protection, and decontamination.In this series, recorded around the Particulate, Protection & Decontamination Seminar held at Biggin Hill on March 27th, 2025, we dive headfirst into the hard truths and urgent conversations we need to be having — not tomorrow, but today. With input from survivors, health and safety leaders, mental health advocates, and operational experts, we unpack everything from current understanding of contamination-related cancer risks to real, practical steps departments are taking to reduce exposure and save lives.This isn’t just about facts and figures — it’s about impact. It’s about learning from lived experience, sharing the latest research, and equipping firefighters and fire sector professionals with the tools to protect themselves and their crews. From the trauma of diagnosis to the innovations in kit and station design, we’ll look at how our culture is shifting, what barriers still need breaking, and what true protection looks like in 2025 and beyond.Brought to you with the support of PGI — leaders in high-performance protective gear — this series aims to educate, inspire, and drive change. Because protecting those who protect others isn’t optional — it’s essential.Let’s get into it.ACCESS THE PODCAST LIBRARY & EVERY EPISODE, DEBRIEF & DOCUMENT CLICK HEREPODCAST GIFT - Get your FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HERE A big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyIDEXHAIX Footwear - Get offical podcast discount on HAIX HEREXendurance - to hunt performance & endurance 20% off HERE with code ffp20Lyfe Linez -  Get Functional Hydration FUEL for FIREFIGHTERS, Clean no sugar  for daily hydration. 80% of people live dehydratedSend us Fan MailSupport the show***The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. Our partners are not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.***Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew