2026 Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Chris Weber
Dr. Chris Weber is the President/CEO of Dr. Hazmat, Inc. which specializes in hazardous materials training and consulting for emergency responders, the military, and industry.
His experience includes serving on the Washtenaw County (Michigan) Hazardous Materials Response Team for over a decade in positions that include hazmat technician, training officer, and deputy director. He also served as a member of the Longmont (Colorado) Fire Department Hazmat Team for seven years as a SME and hazmat specialist.
He has been a firefighter for over 35 years and is currently a member of the Hygiene Fire Protection District. He has extensive experience involving hazardous materials chemistry, including a Ph.D. in cellular and molecular biology and biological chemistry from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
Chris has authored the following books: Pocket Reference for Hazardous Materials Response; Hazardous Materials Operations (textbook); and Hazardous Materials Technician (textbook) and is a regular speaker at emergency response conferences around the world.
He can be reached at cweber@drhazmat.com.
"Just the facts man!"
The importance of accurate information in incident command decisions to formulate effective strategies and tactics, as explored through common and uncommon incidents.
Locations
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HazMat Symposium Classes
Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
422 N. Atlantic Ave.
Daytona Beach, FL 32118
HazMat Symposium Team Competition
Volusia County Fire Rescue Training
3889 Tiger Bay Road
Daytona Beach, FL 32124
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HazMat Symposium Lodging
Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
422 N. Atlantic Ave.
Daytona Beach, FL 32118
HazMat Team Competition
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TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2026
The State of Florida HazMat Competition for a Transportation Emergency is open to any hazardous materials technician. Each team should consist of three (3) members with one (1) optional alternate. The competition is open for the first 14 teams to register.
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