THMG148 – Hydrofluoric Acid Series, Part II: Interview with Stephen McManus

In this episode, Mike talks to Stephen McManus about a few of the more memorable hydrofluoric acid incidents he’s been involved with.Thank to our sponsors – CBRNE Convergence World 2018, FLIR, and First Line Technology.Our hazardous materials training manual, National Emergency Response Hazmat Drills: 50 Drills for Use with Hazardous Materials Personnel, is finally available on Amazon!Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Thanks for listening and watching! Follow us on the socials:FacebookInstagramLinkedInYouTube Don’t just get on the job, get into the job!Episode Summary:In this episode, hosts Michael Monaco and Bobby Salveson dive into a fascinating conversation with Stephen McManus, an experienced firefighter and industrial fire chief, about the intricacies and hazards of handling hydrofluoric acid (HF). Stephen shares gripping stories from his career, including high-stakes operations dealing with multiple hazards, criticality issues, and the challenges of planning and executing such complex tasks. Listeners will gain insights into specialized response tactics, the importance of thorough planning, and the practicalities of managing dangerous chemical operations.