In this IssuePage 1 WAI at HanfordPage 2 New ContractsPage 3 GraduatesPage 4 GraduatesPage 5 Gary Snyder GolfPage 6 Wellness CornerPage 7 Dirty HotelsPage 8 Golf Tournament FlyerPage 9-10 Cigna Seminars

Wastren Advantage, Inc. 1571 Shyville Rd. Piketon, Ohio 45661 (740) 443-7924 www.wastrenadvantage.com

June 2015Volume IV Issue VI

Did You Know?A study conducted by the University of Virginia found that people infected with a cold who spent a night in a hotel room left contagious germs on nearly 35 percent of objects they touched. The study showed that a virus can live on objects like faucet handles and ice buckets for at least one day - disturbing evidence of what might bewaiting when you wheel your suitcase into a suite. But relax - read how to avoid a hotel disas-ter on page 7.

WAIs partnership with Stoller Newport News Nuclear will continue at the countrys largest landfill for at least another two years.

The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced it will exercise the first option for a two-year subcontract extension for WAI/Stoller Disposal Operations (WSDO), through September 2017, at Washington Closure Hanford (WCH) in Richland, WA.

WAI is the managing partner in the joint venture, which provides landfill management and operation services for the Environmental Restoration Disposal Facility (ERDF), a massive complex that covers about 107 acres with a disposal capacity of 18 million tons. WSDO works closely with all Hanford waste generators to make sure Waste Acceptance Criteria and other regulatory requirements are met during all phases of waste generation, containerization, transportation, and disposal.

WSDO won the contract in March 2013. It is funded through the end of FY 2016 at a potential value of $65 million. A second-two year option is available through FY 2019.

DOE also recently selected WAI to perform analytical services at the 222-S Laboratory in Hanford. That two-year contract, with three one-year options, is valued at $44.6 million. The lab accepts samples from Hanfords most radioactive and hazardous chemical wastes. WAIs contract is expected to cover 25,000 analyses each year.

For more than 40 years, reactors located at Hanford produced plutonium for Americas defense program. All of the facilities, structures and materials associated with that defense mission are now being deactivated, decontaminated and demolished.

WAIs role at Hanford grows

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DOE contracts include WAIWAI is a partner on two recently awarded U.S. Department of Energy contracts.

At the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant, WAI will work with subcontractor Swift and Staley Inc. to provide infrastructure support services through 2018, with an additional 22-month option period. The work includes surveillance, facility maintenance and repair, janitorial services, grounds and road maintenance, snow removal, pest control, computing, telecommunication, cyber security, fleet management, property management, records management, security, training and ESH&Q programs.

This is the third procurement cycle at Paducah in which WAI has partnered with Swift and Staley, of Kivel, Ky. Such a three-peat doesnt happen often, according to Steve Moore, WAI president and CEO. We feel this is a tribute to the good working relationship we have established with Swift and Staley, as well as with DOE, he said. The Paducah GDP produced enriched uranium for military and commercial nuclear reactors from 1954 until 2013. The cleanup site consists of about 750 acres within the 3,500-acre complex, and includes more than 500 facilities, 19 miles of roads and five miles of fence. The cleanup is expected to take until beyond 2040 to complete.

The other contract on which WAI is a teaming subcontractor is at the Transuranic Waste Processing Center in Oak Ridge. In mid-June. DOE awarded the contract to manage and operate TWPC to North Wind Solutions LLC, located in Idaho Falls, Idaho.

WAI was the incumbent contractor on the project, but could not rebid since it no longer qualifies as a small business in that field. North Wind had been working at TWPC under a subcontract to WAI since 2013.TWPC is located on the southwest portion of the DOEs Oak Ridge reservation. It processes contact-handled and remote-handled transuranic wastes, and disposes of radioactive wastes in New Mexico. The contract with North Wind, which WAI will support, has a three-year base, with one two-year option.

Logon to www.wadv.com/careers to find the following jobs open:

Safety/Industrial Hygiene Technician SeniorSafety/Industrial Hygiene Technician JuniorQuality Assurance Specialist SeniorCMMS Implementation SpecialistIndustrial Hygienist Professional

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Ezra Moore, son of Bernie Moore (TWPC), graduated from Harriman High School as the class valedictorian. He will be attending the University of Tennessee next fall and is majoring in nuclear engineering.

Ethan Gill, son of Arden Gill (Ohio), received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Engineering with a specialization in Agricultural Systems Management from The Ohio State University. He is currently working as an Assistant Manager of Maple Monte Farms, Chillicothe, Ohio.

Savannah Davis, daughter of Sharel Davis (Oak Ridge) graduated from Oliver Springs High, and plans to study Radiology or Ultrasound Technology in college.

WAI would like to congratulate all 2015 graduates, and their family members, and wish them the best and brightest futures. Below are some of this years graduates.

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RJ Penpek graduated in May 2015 from Tennessee Technological University where he earned a BS in Mechanical Engineering (Graduated Cum Laude). RJ currently works for Bridgestone in Nashville, Tennessee as Mechanical Engineer supporting robotics equipment.

Racheal Carlyon, daughter of Ann and Ford Arp, graduated from West St. Francios County High School in Park Hills, MO. She will be attending the College of the Ozarks in Branson, MO on a full tuition scholarship. She will be majoring in public relations and marketing.

Brandon (left), and Brittainy (right) are the children of Lisa Yoder (TWPC). Brandon, Lisas only son, graduated from Clinton High School and will be attending MTSU in the Fall. Brittainy, Lisas oldest, graduated from LMU with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Billy G. Fea III is the son of Billy Fea (TWPC). Billy graduated from William Blount High School. Billy is now enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. Billy reports to Paris Island July 27 where his MOS is Security Forces. Billy will be active protecting the nuclear material, ships and subs. They call them the SWAT team of the Marine Corps.

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Its time to dust off the golf clubs and throw on the soft spikes - golf is around the corner!

The 3rd annual Gary Snyder Memorial Golf Outing is set for Saturday, July 25. We know this years tournament is going to be a big hit! Last year,14 teams raised nearly $4,000. This year we hope to topthat - and you can help!

Everyone is welcome - from semi-pro to novice - so register your team now! Do you own your own business or know someone who does? If so, how about sponsoring a hole? Select one of the sponsorship levels belowand help WAI raise money for scholarships.

Last years tournament was a lot of fun. We had tasty food, beautiful sunshine and lots of really greatprizes. To participate in this great event, turn in a registration form (found on page 6) and fees to Ben Thompson at WAI Headquarters as soon as possible.

All proceeds are invested in the Gary Snyder Memorial Scholarship fund for qualified, local high school seniors who plan to attend Shawnee State University. Gary was a brilliant scientist on our team as well as a dear friend.

Gary Snyder Memorial Tournament Around the Corner

Wastren Advantage, Inc. 1571 Shyville Road Piketon, Ohio 45661 (740) 443-7924

At Wastren Advantage, Inc., we believe investing into the lives of our future leaders is our responsibility.Thats why we are holding our 2nd annual golf outing that will benet area high school seniors who are working hard to take their education to the college level.

Last year, we gained the support of many of our friends and were able to raise nearly $4,000 for our scholraship fund! The students who beneted from the scholarships were incredibly greatful.

We believe we can make a dierence in the lives of young people again by partnering together with the local community, in memory of our dear friend, Gary Snyder.

Can YOU help us make a dierence by being a part of this great cause?

Heres how you can help:

1. By Giving Rae Prizes - these items will be raed o to our golfers during the outing. 2. By being an ocial Sponsor - gain exposure at our annual outing by becomming an ocial sponsor. We have 3 levels of sponsorship available.

All checks should be made payable to Wastren Advantage, Inc. Mail to: WAI, Gary Snyder Scholarship Fund, ATTN: Lacey Hyer. For further information please contact Lacey Hyer at (740) 443-7924, or (309) 258-3651.

Thank you for helping us make a dierence!

LEVEL ONE:

$50Hole Sponsor - your busi-ness logo and/or name will be printed on 1 of 18 tee

box signs.

LEVEL TWO:

$100Your logo and business

name will appear on 1 of 18 teeboxes AND on our

clubhouse banner.

LEVEL THREE:

$250Your logo and business

name will appear on 1 of 18 teeboxes AND on our

clubhouse banner AND on the back of our golfer

t-shirts!

MEMORIAL

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Gary Snyder

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Myth: If its not raining or there arent clouds overhead, youre safe from lightning.Fact: Lightning often strikes more than three miles from the center of the thunderstorm, far outside the rain or thunderstorm cloud. Bolts from the blue can strike 10-15 miles from the thunderstorm. So be cautious, even if the storm has passed.

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We normally discuss everything and anything associated with housecleaning issues but we thought wed mix it up this week since were in the middle of the vacation season. Plus, Im actually typing this weeks column from a hotel room so this is helpful advice for me personally. Your hotel room is your home away from home, with a few exceptions, hundreds of strangers from every corner of the world have slept there, and the hotel staff may not have the same stan-dards of cleanliness that you do at home.

A study conducted by the University of Virginia found that people infected with a cold who spent a night in a hotel room left contagious germs on nearly 35 percent of objects they touched. The study showed that a virus can live on objects like faucet handles and ice buckets for at least one day - disturbing evidence of what might be waiting when you wheel your suitcase into a suite. But relax!! Weve got you covered so that your next hotel stay can be both relaxing and sanitary. Check out these five quick tips..

Read Hotel ReviewsThere are no international standards for hotel cleanliness. Price, location or a brand name will not guarantee com-pletely sanitary digs. So until some international clean commission starts sending out fastidious officials to size up squalid toilets in hotels around the world, your best bet is to find out what your fellow travelers are saying. Check out Google, TripAdvisor or Expedia for advice from real people.

Wash Your HandsFrequent hand washing has been proven to reduce the transfer of colds and viruses, and will prevent bacteria getting from whatever it is youre touching to your mouth, eyes or nose. So even if your hotel room is poorly sanitized, some good ol hand washing will keep the icky germs at bay.

Fling Off the BedspreadYouve probably heard this one before: Most hotels do not wash bedspreads after each unique guest (YUCK!). The fre-quency of laundering varies from hotel to hotel, so if the idea of an anonymous stranger cuddling up with the blanket that now lies across your queen bed creeps you out, call your hotel and ask how often they wash their bedspreads. Or bring your own blanket and remove the hotels altogether.

Disinfect, Disinfect, DisinfectBring a sanitizing gel or spray with you to the hotel. Key places to spray for germs include the phone, door knobs, toilet handle, ice bucket, remote control and bathroom faucet handles.

Avoid The GlasswareA few states actually make it illegal for a hotel to use glass cups in a hotel room. In most hotels, however, theres no guarantee that your room glasses and mugs arent simply rinsed off under the tap by the cleaning staff. The quick way to deal with this is to run your cup under hot water for a minute or two before using it; this will kill most bacteria. Or you can pack a mug from home.

The Dirty Truth About Your Next Hotel Room!

CHECK-IN AT 8AMCOME EARLY FOR COFFEE AND DONUTS

SHOT GUN START AT 9AM

SATURDAY, JULY 25

25 Team Limit (only 1 person with a 5 or under handicap per team)First to pay, plays

4 Person Scrambleat Big Beaver Golf Course, Piketon, Ohto benet the Gary Snyder Memorial Scholarship

$45 per person ($180 Team) INCLUDES:FOOD PRIZESGOLF, CART, T-SHIRT AND GOLF TEES!!!

LUNCH PROVIDED

50/50 RAFFLE $10 FIRST TICKET ($5 FOR MORE)

MULLIGANS FOR PURCHASE $10(INCLUDES 1 PER 9 HOLES)

CLOSEST TO THE PIN

LONGEST DRIVE

LONGEST PUTT

Make checks payable to:

Wastren Advantage, Inc.Gary Snyder Scholarship FundAttn: Ben Thompson1571 Shyville RoadPiketon, OH 45661(740) 443-7015

REGISTRATION DEADLINE!REGISTRATION DEADLINE!REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS JULY 10. PAYMENT IS DUE IN FULL AT THIS TIME.

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Shirt Sizes for each team member:

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