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< Back WMG - Culture At WMG, we believe in cultivating a workplace environment that feels like family. As a steadily growing family-owned business, we take immense pride in nurturing a culture where the collective experience and knowledge of our team stand as our most valuable asset. We recognize that our team members are not just employees, but integral members of our extended family, each bringing unique perspectives and skills to the table. Previous Next

< Back Employee Spotlight: Joe Osborn Sep 28, 2025 Come meet one of our team members! Joe Osborn has been with WMG for over 3 years, serving as Radwaste Manager and playing a vital role in our Shipping Command Center (SCC). His responsibilities include: Supporting shipping needs across multiple sites Performing sample, package, and shipment analysis Coordinating logistics, conducting research, and peer reviewing Problem solving and assisting with sales efforts What Joe enjoys most about his work is being part of “the most incredible team of individuals.” He appreciates having the support of a dedicated team on every job, which makes the work incredibly satisfying. When he’s not at work, you’ll likely find Joe playing Fortnite with his grandkids, listening to classic rock, or spending time with his amazing wife, Robin. His proudest fun fact? He was the drummer in a classic rock band called The Stumble Bums for 14 years. Joe’s favorite travel destination is the Grand Canyon and Sedona, especially in the spring- citing the overwhelming beauty and peaceful atmosphere. If he had to describe WMG in three words, he’d choose: Family, Elite, Excellence. “They’re the absolute best of the best—the elite of the radioactive shipping & waste management industry.” -Joe Osborn, on working at WMG. Previous Next

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< Back 1985 Development of RADCOR™ WMG initiates the development of the RADCOR™ program targeting irradiated hardware. Upon approval, RADCOR™ enables WMG's entry into the hardware sector, coinciding with the boom in activated metals business. This program positions WMG to consistently secure contracts over competitors, and the inaugural project is successfully executed at H.B. Robinson.

< 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

PHMSA Quarterly Newsletter Are you getting the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration’s (PHMSA's) quarterly newsletter? April - June 2025 Introducing New Leadership PHMSA is pleased to welcome Mr. Ben Kochman as Deputy Administrator and current Acting Administrator. Ben joins us from the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA), where he served as Director of Pipeline Safety Policy. In this role, he led efforts to advocate for effective federal safety policy on behalf of the interstate natural gas pipeline and storage industry. This appointment marks a return for Mr. Kochman, who held executive level appointed positions within the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) previously, including serving as PHMSA’s Director of Governmental, International, and Public Affairs. In that role, he served as the lead executive representing the Agency before Congress, the media, and stakeholder groups. Mr. Kochman also served as a Senior Congressional Affairs Officer on behalf of former Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao, where he acted as a liaison with Congress for a variety of issues, including assisting with outreach for PHMSA. Learn more about Mr. Kochman here . Deputy Administrator Kochman is committed to President Trump’s goal of alleviating unnecessary regulatory burdens while maintaining our safe transportation system. Share your input with us today! Also returning to PHMSA is Keith Coyle, who has been appointed to PHMSA’s leadership team as our new Chief Counsel. Before joining PHMSA, Mr. Coyle was a Shareholder in the Washington, D.C. office of Babst Calland, where he focused on matters involving energy and natural resources, including the regulation of pipelines and transportation of hazardous materials. Previously, Mr. Coyle served as Legislative Counsel for former U.S. Representative Kevin Brady (R-TX), who was then the Vice Chairman of the Joint Economic Committee and a Subcommittee Chairman on the Ways and Means Committee, and was an Attorney Advisor for PHMSA between 2008–2012. See Mr. Coyle’s full bio, here . New to the team, but no stranger to PHMSA, Emily Wong joins as the Director of Governmental, International, and Public Affairs for PHMSA. Prior to joining PHMSA, Ms. Wong was Director of Federal Relations at the American Petroleum Institute (API), where she advocated on environmental and midstream segment issues, including legislation and regulations impacting pipelines and the transportation of hazardous materials, on behalf of the oil and natural gas industry. Ms. Wong has also served as Director of Legislative Affairs for the American Public Gas Association, as a Senior Advisor at the Department of Transportation and an Attorney Advisor at the Department of Energy during President Trump’s first administration, and as counsel for two committees in the U.S. House of Representatives. See Ms. Wong’s full bio here . Hazardous Materials Registration The 2025–2026 registration year begins officially on July 1st and ends on June 30th of the following year, with early registration opening May 1st. The updated 2025 registration brochure will be available in mid-April. To download or print this brochure, visit our website . The tips below are intended to help you prepare for the upcoming 2025 registration year. To avoid errors and processing delays, please do not submit your registrations for the 2025 registration year prior to May 1st. Any registrations submitted before this date will not be processed. Online registration is the quickest and most effective way to obtain your Hazardous Materials Registration Certificate! To register online, enter through the PHMSA Portal at: https://portal.phmsa.dot.gov . When renewing your registrations, please use your HM Company ID to avoid errors in typing business name and company address. If you don't know your HM Company ID, please contact our registration help desk for assistance by email register@dot.gov or phone. The registration help desk can be reached at the following numbers: (202) 934-1630 for businesses beginning with the letters A–M (202) 934-1631 for businesses beginning with the letters N–Z Registrants should also contact the registration help desk for assistance with any of the following: Confirming the status of registrations submitted by mail or ACH (registrants should allow up to 14 days for processing); Assistance with locating previously-submitted registrations; Assistance with financial payment issues, such as disputes, refunds, or other concerns. Please submit only business contact information. Please note that the contact information you submit during the registration process, including names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses, may be disclosed in response to requests under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. § 552. For more information, visit: https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/registration/registration-overview Note: While PHMSA initiated the rulemaking process to adjust the registration fee structure, following the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021, there will be no changes for the 2025–2026 registration year . For additional information and access to the dockets or comments received, go to https://www.regulations.gov or DOT's Docket Operations Office. The docket number for this rulemaking activity is PHMSA-2022-0033 (HM-208J). So far, PHMSA has published an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) , a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) , and held a Public Meeting to solicit public input on possible changes. New Process for PHMSA’s Letters of Interpretation On April 8, 2025, PHMSA announced its updated interpretations process to allow stakeholders to play a role in reviewing and providing feedback on interpretations requests. The updated process not only offers more transparency, but also provides stakeholders with an opportunity to provide feedback on best practices for compliance with safety requirements covering the transportation of hazardous materials and the operation of natural gas and hazardous liquid pipeline systems. Through PHMSA’s updated interpretations process, stakeholders can review and comment on interpretations requests prior to issuance of the agency’s final written interpretation. Stakeholders will have up to 30-days following the submission of a request to provide feedback related to compliance with the regulation in question. Prior to the new process, stakeholders were only made aware of new interpretations after their issuance. To submit a request for interpretation or learn more about the new process, visit PHMSA’s interpretations webpage . Stakeholders interested in receiving email notifications when new interpretation requests are added to PHMSA’s website for comment can sign up here. Interested in being the first to know when PHMSA posts notices and rulemakings to the Federal Register? Receive email notifications from the Federal Register whenever PHMSA posts by visiting the Federal Register site and clicking 'Subscribe' at https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/pipeline-and-hazardous-materials-safety-administration . Opportunity for Collaboration: RD&T Releases RFI on Pressure Relief Devices On March 19, 2025, PHMSA’s Research, Development, & Technology Program (RD&T) published a Request for Information (RFI) titled “Determining the Effectiveness of Pressure Relief Devices (PRDs) on Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessels (COPVs).” This RFI aims to gather more information to inform bonfire testing for various PRDs on different COPVs. The knowledge gained will help guide the RD&T program’s future research efforts and support the development of improved safety guidance for COPVs. We invite professionals and experts in the field of COPVs to contribute their expertise by responding to the RFI. Your input is invaluable in advancing safety and innovation in this important area. The RFI can be found in the Federal Register Notice at the link below. We look forward to your responses and collaboration! https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/03/19/2025-04605/hazardous-materials-request-for-feedback-on-determining-the-effectiveness-of-pressure-relief-devices Update: Expanded HazMat Supplement (EHS) Experimental Commodity Flow Data In April 2024, PHMSA OHMS released its Expanded Hazmat Supplement (EHS) —a groundbreaking dataset designed to enhance understanding and management of hazardous materials transportation. Developed in collaboration with the U.S. Census Bureau, the EHS represents a significant expansion of the 2022 Commodity Flow Survey (CFS). This innovative dataset incorporates supplemental questions and new self-reported data from hazardous materials (hazmat) shippers utilizing DOT-regulated specification packaging. The EHS provides critical insights into key areas, including the types of hazardous materials shipped, packaging specifications, quantities and weights, and the primary modes of transportation. The availability of this data marks a pivotal step forward in advancing public safety, supporting first responders, and enabling data-driven decision-making. By offering a more comprehensive understanding of hazmat flows, the EHS is expected to inform risk assessments, enhance mitigation strategies, and promote research aimed at improving safety outcomes. To further support the effective use of this experimental data product, OHMS is pleased to announce the release of additional resources. These resources include a new User Guidance Document to help users better understand and utilize the data for informed decision making. You can access this new resource online here: https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/82010 . Additional helpful materials are coming soon: Tutorials : Instructional videos will be made available in the future to assist users in navigating the dataset, understanding its structure, and leveraging its insights. Data Visualizations : OHMS is developing a series of visual tools to highlight key trends and observations derived from the data. These visualizations will be accessible on the PHMSA website to facilitate user engagement and understanding. This initiative underscores OHMS’s commitment to advancing hazardous materials safety through transparency, innovation, and collaboration. Stakeholders are encouraged to monitor the PHMSA website for updates and to explore the EHS dataset as a valuable resource for enhancing safety and decision-making in the hazmat sector. For more information and to access the dataset, please visit the PHMSA website. Together, we can work toward a safer and more informed future. Request for Proposal: Risk Assessment for HAZMAT Packages in an Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Environment The RD&T program published a Request for Proposal titled “Risk Assessment for HAZMAT Packages in an Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Environment.” The RFP seeks out expertise, capabilities, and experience to evaluate the safety performance of existing dangerous goods packaging requirements in an unmanned aerial systems (UAS) environment. The work will account for operational conditions specific to the carriage of dangerous goods via UAS, the corresponding hazards, the safety performance of existing packaging standards, and will identify appropriate risk mitigation measures. It will also identify potential hazards associated with malfunctions of UAS package containment systems at various cruise altitudes, up to 400 feet above ground level (AGL), which could drop items during transit, inadvertently. More information on how to submit a proposal can be found at the link below or interested parties can search and find the information from the SAM.gov home page, by selecting "Contract Opportunities" and searching by the RFP number 693JK325R0002. Read the RFP, here: https://sam.gov/opp/4461103b19b04e8db1a0422f7e3da8ed/view Check the Box: Hazardous Matt & Friends Poster Series PHMSA's Check the Box campaign steps into a colorful new dimension with the launch of the “Hazardous Matt & Friends” poster series . Featuring the playful character Hazardous Matt and his hazardous material friends, the collection makes hazmat safety accessible, memorable, and even whimsical—without compromising on the seriousness of the message. The posters can be printed and displayed at home, at work, or in school to encourage hazardous materials awareness, with a QR code to direct the public to more helpful resources. PHMSA will be revealing the posters every other week on social media – follow us on X and LinkedIn and share the posters with your network! ERG2024: One Year Anniversary PHMSA is celebrating the one-year anniversary of the 2024 Emergency Response Guidebook ! The ERG provides life-saving information to first responders in the immediate aftermath of a hazmat transportation incident. In the last year, PHMSA distributed over 1.8 million free books to fire fighters, police officers, emergency services, tribal nations, and more. In addition, join the 2.6 million users around the world and download the free ERG mobile app . Download it on the iOS or Google Play stores. The “ How to Use the ERG 2024 ” video from the International Association of Firefighters (IAFC) is now available on YouTube. For more information and ERG resources, go to https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/training/hazmat/erg/emergency-response-guidebook-erg . Have a comment on the ERG? Send it to ERGcomments@dot.gov . PHMSA is already working on updates for the ERG 2028 and welcomes your feedback! PHMSA develops compliance assistance materials that make it easier to understand and comply with the HMR. Electronic versions of these resources are available at: https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/training/hazmat/publications . For additional information contact: The Hazardous Materials Info Center 1.800.HMR.4922 or (1.800.467.4922) E-mail: infocntr@dot.gov https://www.phmsa.dot.gov Questions or suggestions for the next newsletter? 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< Back 2022 RADMAN™ Users Group Meeting May 26, 2022 Last year’s meeting was our largest ever – We hope to see you all there again this year! Our 2022 Annual RADMAN™ Users Group Meeting is being held from August 28th through September 2nd at a stunning new location! We hope this year's Users Group Meeting will be our largest ever, and we are always humbled by the attendance and enthusiasm shown by all of our Users. Login to the RADMAN™ Users Area to register - This meeting is exclusive to our RADMAN™ software Users Reception is being held on Sunday, August 28th, with General Sessions being held on Monday, August 29th, and Tuesday, August 30th. Training Following the general session, WMG will offer a complete RC-102 RADMAN™ Certification Course at the discounted rate of $499. This course is open to new Users, as well as experienced Users for re-certification. The course is being held from Wednesday, August 31st through Friday, September 2nd. As always, attendance is limited, so sign up soon! Previous Next

< Back 2013 WMG Awarded Contract WMG is awarded prime contract for the shipment and disposal of the Point Beach steam generator lower assemblies (SGLA). The Four SGLAs were transported via goldhofer, barge, and rail for disposal in 2014, and qualified as IP2 packages.

Discover the revolutionary REACh™ system for low-level waste characterization and classification. By measuring gamma dose rates and gamma emitting activity, REACh™ provides quick and accurate results. With waste stream specific scaling factors from the RADMAN™ database, even hard-to-detect nuclides are accounted for, ensuring complete characterization and classification in a single step. Trust REACh™ for efficient and precise waste management solutions. Unlock the Potential - Embrace the Future The REACh™ Detector System revolutionizing LLRW Waste Package Characterization - Where Accuracy Meets Efficiency! An Innovative Step The REACh™ System signifies an advancement in the way low-level waste is characterized and classified. By directly measuring gamma dose rates and gamma emitting activity of radionuclides, the REACh™ System can provide rapid and precise characterization results. This is made possible through a fully integrated system involving the REACh™ Detector and the RADMAN™ industry standard radwaste management platform. The detection of hard-to-detect radionuclides (e.g., H-3, C-14, Tc-99, TRUs, etc.) is achieved by utilizing waste stream specific scaling factors from the RADMAN™ database, thus enabling comprehensive characterization and classification in a single straightforward process. The Challenge Overly conservative results can significantly increase the costs associated with packaging, transporting, and disposing of the waste. Current methods for characterizing low-level radioactive waste rely on rough approximations that often lead to overly conservative results. To reduce cost and determine disposition alternatives, more accurate methods are necessary. The current regulatory guidance for characterizing Dry Active Waste (DAW) is hardly representative and the inaccuracies of this method are compounded by the practice of compositing the swipes over time prior to analysis. This leads to an underestimation of short-lived radionuclides, which are typically found in low-level radioactive waste (LLRW). When dose-to-curie conversion techniques are utilized and hard-to-detect radionuclides are estimated using scaling factors relative to Co-60 or Cs-137, underestimating the short-lived gamma emitters results in an overestimation of the hard-to-detect radionuclides, as well as Co-60 and Cs-137, since the majority of the dose rate is attributable to these two radionuclides. Reliable and efficient real-time radionuclide concentration data is crucial during the processing of nuclear waste at commercial power plants. Our Solution The REACh™ Detector system is the solution that has been developed to provide a fast, accurate In-Situ Characterization as compared to what is currently available. This Solution has been designed to save the user time with instantaneous readings, thus minimizing dose with an ALARA conscious solution, and minimizes potential human errors with the integration of both software and hardware.

Training Resources Welcome to the WMG library! Listed below are various resources regarding regulations and best practices issued by the corresponding agencies. These serve as guides to offer knowledge and practical guidance to ensure compliance and excellence in navigating the landscape of regulatory requirements and industry standards.

< Back Employee Spotlight: Kate Wright Mar 29, 2023 Come meet one of our team members! Kate Wright has been with WMG for 18 years as the Event Coordinator, and more recently as Office Manager. Some of Kate's duties and responsibilities include: Planning and hosting the annual RADMAN™ User's Group Meeting Planning other events and functions for the company Making sure the office is running smoothly Outside of work, Kate enjoys spending time with, family, friends, and her teenage daughter, preferably outdoors. She also considers herself an amateur interior decorator, and loves helping friends and family decorate their homes. Kate enjoys listening to alternative, classic rock, indy rock, and hip hop, as well as spending time in Cape May, NJ, her favorite vacation spot. "I like being able to use my creativity so often in what I do. I love planning events that our clients, their families, and my co-workers all enjoy! – Kate Wright, on working at WMG. Previous Next