When Seconds Matter: Protecting Emergency Responders and the Public from Radiation
Date: Monday, April 28, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM CT / 11:00 AM PT
Duration: 1 Hour
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Summary
A certificate of attendance will be offered.
As the threats to first responders and the public evolve, so too has the technology to protect them. This is especially true when it comes to radioactive materials, where early detection can mean the difference between safety and irreversible harm. The good news is advancements in detection technology mean responders can now identify radiation faster, take steps to minimize exposure, and better protect both themselves, large venues and the public.
Join our webinar and discover how new technology is mitigating risks for firefighters and why modernizing equipment isn’t just an upgrade, but a lifesaving necessity.
You’ll learn:
- The limitations of traditional radiation detection equipment and why it’s no longer enough.
- Ways technological advancements are closing the gap in radiation detection capabilities.
- Practical steps to boost radiation awareness and training for more effective responses.
Speakers
Brandon-Dean Morris
General Manager - Outreach and Education
SERTC
Brandon joined SERTC in 2014 with almost two decades of hazardous materials emergency response experience all across North America. After being hired as an instructor he rapidly branched out to other areas and is currently the General Manager and Instructional Systems Design Specialist for SERTC, a senior engineer in the Vehicle Track Interaction group for MxV Rail, and is the Chief Pilot for both sides of the company. He holds numerous certifications including Hazmat Specialist, Radiation Safety Officer and Radiation Surveyor, DHS Trusted Tester, OSHA Outreach Trainer for General Industry, Marine, and Construction, CPR/AED/First Aid and Wilderness First Aid Instructor for the Red Cross, Confined Space Rescue technician, Rescue Diver, and he attended Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University for his BS in Aerospace Engineering.
Bobby Salvesen
Co-Host, Co-Founder, & CEO
The HazMat Guys
Bobby Salvesen, serving as a firefighter since 1994, quickly climbed the ranks to become Chief in 2014 at the East Meadow Volunteer Fire Department. With a relentless pursuit of knowledge, he studied Chemistry at the New York Institute of Technology and is furthering his education at SUNY Old Westbury.
His career path took him from EMS to FDNY’s Fire Department in 2000, and following 9/11, to a specialist role in Squad 288 within FDNY’s Special Operations Command, focusing on Special Rescue and HazMat. In 2013, he joined Hazardous Materials Company 1, continuously expanding his expertise. Bobby also passionately teaches at both the New York State and Nassau County Fire Service Academies, covering HazMat and Confined Space Rescue. Alongside his professional achievements, he is a dedicated husband and father of two.
Doug Mayer
Business Development Specialist, Fire Services
Blackline Safety
Doug Mayer has been engaged in workplace solutions and training for Environmental, Health, Safety and Emergency Response his entire career, spanning 30+ years. His experience extends across various market segments, from industrial, to chemical, to the public sector (including all levels of government). Doug has provided comprehensive solutions for gas detection and both personal and area monitoring, to address workplace hazards and enhance worker protection. He has trained hundreds of teams including FDs, CSTs, FEMA and the EPA, providing them with the latest technologies that improve both their response capabilities and first responder safety.
