Radioactive Material & Waste Shipping Fundamentals Course Length: 4 Days Course Code: WMG-RC-150 Prerequisites: Basic Math Skills Satisfies: 49CFR172 Subpart H, 10CFR71.5 & NRC IE 79-19 Audience Profile: Professionals involved in radioactive shipping support roles, including HP, RP Tech, Ops, and Handlers. Training is essential for new radioactive shippers as well as a good overview refresher. < Back Course Description: The RC-150 Radioactive Material & Waste Shipping course is a beginning and fundamental level course designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory landscape surrounding hazardous material transportation, with a specific focus on the Department of Transportation (DOT), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines. Participants will delve into the intricacies of compliance and safety protocols for shipping radioactive materials in the U.S.A., emphasizing key regulations outlined in 10, 40, and 49 CFR. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, participants will gain the skills needed to navigate the regulatory framework confidently. Skills Gained: • Demonstrate effective understanding and application of DOT, NRC & EPA regulations governing HazMat offeror pre-transportation functions for radioactive class 7 materials by highway. • Identify and adhere to regulatory requirements for safe and secure transport of radioactive materials. • Navigate complexities related to radioactive materials, waste, and compliance protocols.

Inventory Management System The RADMAN™ Inventory Management System (IMS) is a new, intuitive tool designed to seamlessly integrate with RADMAN™. It provides hierarchical tracking for a wide range of items, containers, tanks, rooms, and specific locations that store radioactive waste, materials, equipment, or other trackable assets. Now with full mobile support! Main Features Instant Material Location: Quickly locate any item or material within the facility with a simple click, significantly reducing search times and improving workflow efficiency. Threshold Management : Control the internal movement of materials using customizable, site-specific thresholds. Comprehensive Reporting: Generate detailed, configurable reports that provide insight into item movement history, location-specific manifests, and threshold summaries, facilitating thorough audits and allow for well-informed budget planning for stored assets vs wastes. Efficient Packaging and Exporting: All of the information in RADMAN™ IMS is shared with RADMAN™ making data needs for characterization and shipment of wastes/materials readily available and removes redundant data entry and tracking. Advanced Tracking Technologies: Improve safety and minimize human error through the integration of modern tracking solutions such as barcodes and QR codes.

Discover WMG, Inc., a leading provider of nuclear engineering and software services since 1979. With over 2,000 successful projects, WMG sets industry standards for radioactive waste management. Learn about their unparalleled expertise, rigorous training, and customer-centric approach in handling radioactive and mixed waste disposal. 45 Years of Experience in Radioactive Material & Waste Management Through Service, Innovation, Value and Integrity Saving you Time, Dose, and Money Our Story SERVICES We Deliver Exceptional Products and Services to the Nuclear Industry WMG, Inc. is an engineering firm celebrating 45 years of experience specializing in services and software for the nuclear industry. We have offices in New York and Florida. We are an agile, energetic company that provides our clients with the highest level of service by creating a communicative, proactive environment, built on teamwork. We are the characterization experts providing onsite and offsite turnkey support with proven history of saving our clients dose, time and money. Characterization WMG applies its greater than 200 years of collective staff nuclear industry experience to solve material management challenges. Our Characterization Services include Material and Waste Characterization & Classification, Shielding Analyses, Material Management Consulting, and Decommissioning. Read More Packaging Our field demonstrated portfolio showcases a multitude of successful projects where we have excelled in designing, fabricating, and delivering optimized packaging solutions for various waste forms, including those that are complex, routine, and non-routine in nature. The customer base includes commercial nuclear utilities, US DOE, US Navy, and other domestic and international research institutions. Read More Software WMG was founded on providing characterization software for the commercial nuclear power industry. To this day, through decades of industry and regulatory changes, WMG software remains as the standard and the only NRC-approved application for the characterization & classification of radioactive materials and wastes. Read More Shipping Support As the average age of the nuclear industry personnel continues to rise, the resource pool of qualified radioactive material & waste managers and shippers is shrinking. WMG’s Shipping Support Services provide a practical solution both onsite and offsite to assist our clients on an as needed or turnkey basis. WMG’s broad spectrum of experience provides our clients with reliable and efficient resources to help manage their most challenging radioactive material and waste issues. We have the expertise to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Read More Training WMG courses are designed to help you satisfy all regulatory training requirements. The lesson plans are comprehensive and delivered by highly experienced shippers and experts such as James Leonard. Of significant importance is our flexibility to customize course content by integrating the client’s specific requirements. WMG routinely provides open enrollment classes as well as onsite classes. Several WMG courses are approved by the American Academy of Health Physics (AAHP) for Continuing Education Credits (CEC). Read More WHY CHOOSE US The WMG Team are amongst the Best and Brightest in the Radioactive Material and Waste Management Industry We routinely save you time, dose, and money. WMG’s proven expertise has been demonstrated in such areas as Major Component Disposition, D&D project management and support, Irradiated Hardware and Spent Fuel Services in Canada, Europe and at every nuclear power facility in the U.S., with well over 1,700 completed projects to date. Read More Satisfied Clients: Our Greatest Achievement We Partner with Each Client Partnering and collaborating with our clients, we use empirical measurements and factor in local operational controls that allow us to quickly identify achievable and practicable solutions. WMG is able to develop expert and defensible radiological characterization basis to identify the appropriate planning, operational, packaging and disposition alternatives. What our clients say about WMG "...We have developed a great partnership with WMG and their dedication to our plant is evident in all aspects of radwaste disposal. Not only is their software the gold standard, we appreciate their attention to detail and creative approach to deliver solutions to our radwaste issues. In addition, their customer service and personalized attention given to the clients is unequaled in the nuclear industry..."

Get to know WMG, Inc. through our About Us page, where we share our journey since 1979 as providers of top-tier nuclear engineering and software services. Discover our extensive experience, industry leadership, and dedication to excellence in managing radioactive waste. Learn why WMG stands out for its unmatched expertise, rigorous training, and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. About Us WMG, Inc. is a nuclear engineering firm committed to providing our clients with innovative and cost-effective solutions. Our team brings decades of experience and expertise to every project we undertake. We provide a variety of services, including design, analysis, and consulting to ensure that our clients' needs are met at every stage of the project. We work closely with our clients to deliver results that exceed expectations and are designed to stand the test of time. OUR MISSION Excellence in radioactive waste management through service, innovation, value and integrity. OUR VISION We will continue to lead the way in developing smart engineered solutions that improve the way radioactive waste is characterized, packaged and shipped. OUR VALUES At WMG we focus on the best interest of our customers and our employees. Above all else we treat our customers and employees with honesty, integrity and fairness. We consistently save our customers time, dose and money and win their continued business by exceeding their expectations.

Explore WMG's Shipping Support services for practical solutions to radioactive waste management workforce challenges. With options for on-site or off-site support, we help fill gaps in a utility's radwaste workforce. Trust our broad-spectrum experience to efficiently manage your most challenging radioactive waste issues. Choose WMG for reliable and expert shipping support to ensure project success. Shipping Support Services On-Site and Off-Site Staff Augmentation As utility personnel age, there is a decline in the availability of qualified professionals to handle and transport radioactive waste. WMG recognizes this challenge and offers the Shipping Command Center, ProShipper™, and Subject Matter Expert (SME) services as a practical solution to bridge the gaps in a utility's radwaste workforce. To cater to operational needs, customers have the flexibility to choose between on-site or off-site support. Drawing on WMG's extensive experience in this domain, these services act as a reliable and efficient resource for clients, enabling them to effectively tackle their most intricate radioactive waste challenges. With our expertise, we ensure the successful completion of your projects. 3 Levels of Service 1 Subject Matter Expert (SME) WMG will provide Waste Stream Analyses for up to 3 waste streams and 5 independent shipment reviews per plant. Read More 2 ProShipper™ WMG provides expert on-site shipping professionals to address situations where off-site subject matter expertise may be insufficient. Read More 3 Shipping Command Center An all-encompassing service that consolidates over 40 years of experience, expertise, and capabilities into one comprehensive solution. Read More Level 1 Subject Matter Expert (SME) WMG offers an annual independent review in compliance with 10 CFR Part 61 for up to three (3) distinct waste streams. Additionally, we provide up to five (5) independent reviews for Waste/Material Shipment Documentation Packages. This service is particularly beneficial for new shippers requiring a second evaluation of their shipping documentation, as well as experienced shippers who may be overwhelmed or short-staffed. Additionally, WMG offers up to ten (10) 8-120 gamma source strength calculations to further support our clients' needs. Level 2 ProShipper™ WMG provides on-site shipping personnel for situations where the off-site SME service option may not be the most suitable choice. Our ProShippers™ are expert radwaste shippers with extensive training and more than 10 years of experience in the field. They are certified users of RADMAN™ software and work directly on-site, collaborating closely with the Radwaste and Rad Protection Teams. Furthermore, each ProShipper™ is backed by round-the-clock support from WMG's Corporate Team of Radwaste professionals. Level 3 Shipping Command Center An all-encompassing service that consolidates over 40 years of experience, expertise, and capabilities into one comprehensive solution. This service aims to enhance waste management operations on site while minimizing the risks associated with waste characterization, classification, and transportation to disposal facilities, waste processors, and independent labs. Whether you require radwaste staff augmentation, peer review, operational support for high-volume or critical shipments, or primary shipper functions, our Shipping Command Center is here to alleviate your workload. By leveraging our services, you can enhance your overall radwaste capability and mitigate the risk of shipment violations at your site. Communication Constant contact with plant Waste Manager to plan and coordinate shipments. TeamWork Work with plant technicians to order liners, boxes and packages Schedule Order and schedule casks with Plant Administration and/or Waste Manager Documentation Preparation and review of shipping papers, written descriptions for marking and labeling, collection of photographic evidence of consignment, etc. The Shipping Command Center is staffed full time by our core group of shipping specialists who have at least 10 years of shipping experience, but who average over 25 years of on-site shipping experience at various facilities in the United States. The SCC is supported by WMG’s Engineering and Software groups, so that it can manage everything from the most basic shipment to the most complicated characterization.

With 45 years of experience, we are dedicated to delivering excellence in engineering solutions, software—including our innovative RADMAN™ Suite—and customer support. All Videos Play Video Play Video 04:43 WMG - Our Story With 45 years of experience, we are dedicated to delivering excellence in every aspect of our service, from engineering solutions to software development and customer support. WMG has completed over 2,000 projects related to the management of radioactive materials within the commercial nuclear industry, with services performed at every U.S. operating nuclear power station. With a steadfast commitment to innovation and client satisfaction, we are the industry experts when it comes to waste characterization. Play Video Play Video 03:31 WMG Resin Dewatering Liners At WMG, we continuously strive for excellence in engineering design and fabrication. Our newly upgraded dewatering liner incorporates a range of key improvements, inspired by valuable feedback from operations, as well as insights from leading filter suppliers and liner fabricators. With these enhancements, we are proud to offer a solution that significantly reduces failure rates, improves quality, and delivers substantial savings in time, dose, and money. Play Video Play Video 00:30 WMG Customer Service Experience the essence of customer-centricity with WMG. Discover how our expert teams collaborate seamlessly to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring unparalleled satisfaction every step of the way. Play Video Play Video 00:30 WMG Products WMG offers a range of products designed to provide superior engineered value to our clients, all while saving them time, dose, and money. From our dewatering liners to our REACh™ detector and custom software solutions, our premium products and services have served to help our clients overcome even their most challenging radioactive material and waste solutions for over 4 decades. Play Video Play Video 00:30 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. Videos

Discover WMG's expertise in accurate radioactive waste characterization and classification, essential for successful waste management projects. With over 40 years of experience, we specialize in non-routine waste characterization for commercial and decommissioning power plants, ensuring defensible results. Trust WMG for precise characterization and classification services, vital for effective project planning and compliant waste transportation and disposal. Characterization and Classification Accurate and systematic actions are crucial in radioactive waste management to ensure correct and reliable results. The initial step for any successful waste management project is proper characterization, NRC classification, and DOT classification. At WMG, we pride ourselves as the industry leader in providing defensible characterization and classification results. Characterization aims to determine waste weight, volume, and activity for each radionuclide present in the radioactive material. NRC and DOT classification is then determined based on extensive rules and laws governing radioactive waste transportation and disposal. Proper characterization and classification results are essential for successful project planning, including shielding and packaging of radioactive material. At WMG, we specialize in non-routine waste characterization generated by commercial and decommissioning power plants for the past 40 years. Our expertise in characterizing routine waste streams also allows us to provide unparalleled services for any radioactive material. Routine Radioactive Material Since the introduction of 10 CFR 61, WMG has been simplifying the characterization and classification process for commercial nuclear utilities' routine plant wastes. We stay actively engaged in the development and enhancement of regulations governing these activities to ensure that utility perspectives are appropriately considered and represented in both NRC and DOT regulatory processes. In addition, we are pleased to provide characterization and classification analysis for routine projects. Perhaps the customer lacks the resources or simply prefers to have the industry-leading experts perform this service. Non-Routine Radioactive Material At WMG, non-routine projects refer to unique scenarios such as large or rare components, unusual waste streams, or legacy waste where the desired data may not have been collected or retained. These projects typically require innovative solutions for characterization, shielding, and packaging. We take great pride in providing services for non-routine projects, as they allow us to exercise our creativity and apply our expertise in radioactive waste management to unique and challenging scenarios. Irradiated Components Our expert analysts are industry leaders in irradiated components and are committed to providing accurate and reliable results. Metals exposed to neutron flux should generally be classified as irradiated components, and assessing the activation concentrations levels necessitates collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines, including mechanical and nuclear engineering. Our team is renowned for their expertise in this field and strives to maintain industry leadership in providing this service. Common examples of irradiated components include BWR Control Rod Blades, Reactor Vessels & Internals, as well as Nuclear Instrumentation from both BWRs and PWRs, such as LPRMs, excore detectors, and Reactor Vessel and Internals.

Discover WMG's expertise in accurate radioactive waste characterization and classification, crucial for successful waste management projects. Learn about our systematic approach to determining waste weight, volume, and activity, ensuring compliance with NRC and DOT regulations. Trust WMG for industry-leading services in characterizing routine waste streams and handling any radioactive material with precision and reliability. Characterization Services WMG leverages the expertise of renowned professionals in the commercial nuclear industry to comprehensively address a wide range of your radiological engineering needs. Our services encompass Characterization and Classification, Shielding Analysis, Material Management Consulting, Fuel Pool Campaigns, and Decommissioning, enabling us to support your radioactive materials and waste management needs effectively. Characterization and Classification Radioactive material and waste management requires planned and systematic actions to provide confidence in correct and accurate results that employ best practices and are compliant with regulations. Correct characterization, waste classification, and transportation classification are fundamental in a successful material or waste management project. We pride ourselves on being the industry leader in providing those defensible characterization and classification results. Read More Characterization… It influences all other decisions downstream including packaging, storage, transportation, processing and disposal. Decommissioning Services Over the past four decades, we have provided support for the vast majority of D&D projects in various sectors including private, institutional, and government. We have also extended our expertise to international D&D projects and to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Read More Shielding Analyses Our experience with all US nuclear power plants and other US and international clients, allow WMG to provide proven and pragmatic best practices for our projects including Point-Kernel photon shielding programs to the most complex Monte Carlo Neutron-Particle Transport (MCNP) codes. More importantly, we have the experience to know which shielding analysis tool is appropriate for any shielding analysis. Read More Prior planning provides a solid foundation for success, enabling you to navigate challenges with confidence and achieve your goals with greater efficiency. Waste Management Consulting WMG applies over 200 years of collective staff nuclear industry experience in its approach to solving the unique waste management challenges that invariably present themselves. Read More

Discover WMG's Special Packaging page, where we showcase innovative solutions for safely transporting radioactive waste. Explore how our expertise and rigorous training ensure compliance with regulations and minimize risks. Trust WMG for specialized packaging options tailored to your unique needs, backed by decades of industry-leading experience and commitment to excellence. Packaging and Liners WMG is your go-to source for Specialty Packaging and Liners in the nuclear power sector. As Nuclear Power Facilities undergo continuous upgrades, the demand for Specialty Packages is inevitable. WMG excels as a turnkey provider, offering design, fabrication, and regulatory compliance services for components like reactor heads and heat exchangers. Our expertise extends to metal liners tailored for commonly used casks, ranging from 8-120s to 14-215s. With two standard designs and a focus on steel open-top liners, WMG ensures reliable solutions for secure transportation and storage. Choose WMG for streamlined, efficient solutions to meet the unique challenges of nuclear power facilities. Specialty Packaging Nuclear Power Facilities are continuously maintaining and upgrading their overall material conditions. These activities invariably result in the need to package for shipment or store large, non-standard sized power plant components. Read More Standard and Custom Liner Services WMG specializes in the production of various metal liners designed to interface with commonly used casks in the industry, ranging from 8-120s to 14-215s. Our primary focus is on steel open-top liners with wide mouth openings. We offer two standard designs: liners with a ¼" thick body that can be lifted from the lid or lifted from the body (with or without a secondary lid). Read More FLTRSTOR™ The FLTRSTOR™ system revolutionizes the process of loading, storing, and shipping filters that significantly enhance efficiency compared to the traditional method of simply dropping filters into a container. Read More Dewatering Liners Our Dewatering liners incorporate a range of key improvements, inspired by valuable feedback from operators, as well as insights from leading filter suppliers and liner fabricators. With these enhancements, we are proud to offer a solution that significantly reduces failure rates, improves quality, and delivers substantial savings in time, dose, and money. Read More

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 REACh™ Detector System Jul 11, 2021 Successful Completion of the Field Testing The REACh™ Detector System measures gamma dose rates and gamma emitting activity by radionuclide, delivering quick and accurate characterization results. The results of the field testing for our REACh™ Detector System are in, and we could not be more pleased with them. The testing consisted of performing gamma scans for twenty-nine real packages of radioactive waste varying in size from 55-gallon drums to 20-foot intermodal containers. Waste forms included ion exchange resins, routine dry active waste (DAW), contaminated and activated metals, and fly ash. The results of the field testing were in good agreement with those found with a High Purity Germanium Detector and the total gamma emitters found were within 10%. The final characterization results from the REACh™ System including hard to detect isotopes from the RADMAN™ Interface, were over 20% lower than the results provided by the waste generators on the average. The REACh™ Detector has the capability to detect gamma emitters very quickly with a dynamic count time that is completed in a matter of seconds. Dynamic count times for the packages analyzed ranged from 1 to 19 seconds with all but 2 packages analyzed in less than 10 seconds. One of the final tests completed was a “walk-around” scan of an intermodal container with 6 individual readings taken. The walk around scan was completed in roughly 1 minute and the results were within 4% of those obtained using fixed detector locations and count times totaling more than 20 minutes. With the power of REACh™, the need to have subject matter experts on-site for low-level characterization and classification work is reduced, saving the user time, dose, and money and delivering accurate readings within seconds. The innovation of the REACh™ Detector, built on the power & reliability of our RADMAN™ Suite, is the way of the future for how low-level waste will be characterized and classified. The results of the field test exceeded our expectations, and we look forward to providing our valued clients and partners with more updates soon. Previous Next

< Back 2026 RADMAN™ User's Group Meeting Registration is Live! Mar 20, 2026 We’re excited to announce the 2026 RADMAN™ Users Group Meeting! Each year, RADMAN™ users from across the nuclear industry come together to exchange real-world experience, operational insight, and regulatory best practices. This year’s meeting will feature: Peer-to-peer collaboration and cross-industry networking Operational updates on RADMAN™, RADMAN™ IMS, and REACh™ CZT Regulatory-aligned practices and implementation lessons learned Post-meeting training sessions focused on practical application and defensible workflows And of course, some great fun family activities! Over the years, attendees have consistently shared that the meeting provides technical depth and cross-industry perspective that can be directly applied to their programs. We look forward to bringing the RADMAN™ community together again this July! To register and for more details, sign into the User's Area at WMG | RADMAN Users Area and navigate to the 2026 RADMAN™ User's Group Meeting page. Previous Next