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Length: 3 Days Who is this for: Professionals involved in radioactive shipping support, including Shippers, Managers and Supervisors. Satisfies: 49 CFR 172 Subpart H, Function-specific 172.704(a)(2) & NRC IE 79-19 Instructor: John Grinley The WMG RC-102 course is an intermediate-level program that focuses on the practical application of WMG Computer Programs and their regulatory interfaces in the management of radioactive materials and waste. Participants will explore the RADMAN™ Suite main menu options, gaining proficiency in critical tools for managing such materials. The course covers regulatory limits, calculation techniques, and documentation generation using WMG programs. It also provides detailed instruction on waste stream sampling for compliance with 10CFR Part 61, defining RADMAN waste types, and characterizing packaged radioactive materials and waste. Additionally, participants will learn about the essential parameters for preparing shipping paperwork and generating compliant shipping documents. Through hands-on training and verification exercises, participants will acquire the skills needed for accurate data input, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.

4-Day Class 7 shipping DOT & NRC regulatory overview - 49 CFR 172 Subpart H & NRC IE 79-19 + 1-Day Radioactive material air & international transportation – IAEA/IATA DGR Length: 5 Days Who is this for: New and Experienced Shippers Instructor: Greg King & John Grinley Includes: 49 CFR Parts 100-177 & 178-199 Books, Class Handouts, IATA DGR Book, and Student Manual

4-Day Class 7 shipping DOT & NRC regulatory overview - 49CFR172 Subpart H, 10CFR71.5 & NRC IE 79-19 Length: 4 Days Who is this for: New Shippers, Supervisors, HP/RP Technicians, Radwaste Technicians Instructor: Greg King Includes: 49 CFR Parts 100-177 & 178-199 Books, Class Handouts, and Student Manual

< Back 2020 Innovation – REACh™ WMG initiates the development of the REACh™ characterization system, a groundbreaking technology that transforms the process of characterizing and classifying low-level waste using a portable detector.

< Back Employee Spotlight: Matthew Harper May 31, 2024 As one of our highly skilled Nuclear Engineers, Matthew Harper plays a crucial role in our organization, contributing his expertise and passion to ensure the success of our projects. Matthew Harper has been with WMG for almost 11 months, with his one-year anniversary in July! As a nuclear engineer at WMG, his responsibilities include: Supporting customers with the characterization and classification of low-level radioactive waste/materials Applying knowledge of NRC and DOT rules and regulations to ensure compliance Creating models in software programs like MegaShield™ and Monte Carlo Neutron-Particle Transport codes (MCNP®) to evaluate complex shielding and dose rate scenarios In his free time, Matthew enjoys golfing, walking his cat through forest trails, and taking the train into New York City to catch up with friends for the weekend. His favorite project so far has been working on the EnergySolutions Canada Walker Operations Facility, where he used MCNP to assist in evaluating fence-line dose rates. His favorite vacation destination so far is New Orleans, Louisiana, for its great food, rich culture, and Bourbon Street. Matthew's favorite genre of music is Alternative/Indie Rock, and he enjoys bands like Vundabar, flyingfish, and Hockey Dad. If he could be any animal for 24 hours, he would choose to be a peregrine falcon because they’re the fastest animals alive, capable of reaching up to 200 mph when diving. "I like how every project and assignment presents an opportunity for me to deepen my understanding of the radwaste industry and become more familiar with the nuances that come with it." -Matthew Harper, on working at WMG. Previous Next

< Back 2012 Software Innovation – Cloud Platform RADMAN™ is uploaded into the cloud, further increasing the modularity and storage capabilities of WMG’s flagship program.