2026 GAWDA Professional Compliance Seminar
October 20–22, 2026 · Aurora, IL

Stay Compliant.
Stay Protected.

The most comprehensive FDA, DOT, OSHA, and EPA compliance training in the gas industry — live in-person and simulcast.

In-Person Seminar + Live Webinar
📅 Oct 20, 21 & 22, 2026 8:00am – 5:00pm CDT each day
📍 Weldcoa Innovation Center 338 E. Sullivan Rd, Aurora, IL 60505
Reserve My Seat — Register Now Limited spots available
FDA, DOT, OSHA & EPA — all covered
3-year DOT filling certification included
150+ years combined instructor experience
Train-the-Trainer format — take it back to your team

Built for compliance professionals in the gas industry

If you work with medical gases, food gases, or compressed and cryogenic products — this is the most relevant compliance training you'll attend all year.

Medical Gas Distributors

Get a thorough review of the new FDA medical gas regulations — CGMP, Labeling, Certification, and Postmarket Safety Reporting.

Safety & Compliance Officers

Build or strengthen your OSHA safety program, hazard communication plan, and EPA SARA Tier II compliance.

Operations & Filling Staff

Get DOT-certified for filling high-pressure cylinders, CO₂, and cryogenic liquids — certification valid for 3 years.

Owners & Managers

Train-the-Trainer format means you'll leave ready to bring these programs directly back to your team.


3 Days. 4 Regulatory Bodies. Complete Coverage.

Each day is structured around a focused compliance area with expert-led sessions and dedicated Q&A time.

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

8:00am – 5:00pm CDT · AsteRisk, LLC
AsteRisk LLC
Tom Badstubner, Andre Marte & Ryan Combest
AsteRisk, LLC

Over 100 years of combined experience in medical, food, and specialty gas. The AsteRisk team has been at the forefront of FDA regulatory compliance for gas distributors, helping companies navigate CGMP implementation, labeling requirements, and audit preparedness across the country.

FDA

Medical & Food Gas Compliance — Train the Trainer

Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP) deep dive: implementing the new medical gas regulations (21 CFR 213, 230), labeling, certification, and postmarket safety reporting. Also covers food gases (21 CFR 117) and recent regulatory and audit initiatives.

Instructors: Tom Badstubner, Andre Marte & Ryan Combest — over 100 years of combined experience in medical, food, and specialty gas.

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

8:00am – 5:00pm CDT · Weldcoa + AsteRisk, LLC
AsteRisk LLC
Ryan Combest
AsteRisk, LLC

A regulatory affairs specialist with deep expertise in the gas industry, Ryan works with distributors across the country on compliance strategy, documentation, and audit preparedness. He brings a practical, operations-focused perspective to every session.

OSHA

Building a Corporate Safety Program

Safety policies and procedures, hazard communication (GHS), facility emergency response plans, job hazard analysis, SOPs, training requirements, and OSHA record keeping.

You'll leave with a ready-to-use checklist of every document and training your Safety Program requires.
Weldcoa

Weldcoa Manufacturing Facility Tour

1:00pm. Get an inside look at how Weldcoa designs and builds gas packs, fill systems, automation equipment, and specialty gas solutions — from raw U.S. steel to finished product.

EPA

SARA Tier II & Risk Management Program

What is a TPQ and EHS? How to complete your SARA Tier II report. Risk Management Program (RMP) requirements — who should be involved, real-world examples of EPA RMP responses.

Thursday, October 22, 2026

8:00am – 5:00pm CDT · Weldcoa + MLD Safety Associates
Weldcoa

Weldcoa Fill Plant Maintenance Presentation

Keep your fill plant running safely, efficiently, and without costly interruptions. Join Weldcoa for a practical look at preventative maintenance strategies that protect your equipment, improve uptime, and support consistent gas production.

MD
Michael Dodd
MLD Safety Associates, LLC

With 52 years in the gas industry and 26 years as GAWDA's DOT Consultant, Michael is the go-to authority on compressed gas cylinder regulations. He has trained thousands of filling operators across the country and brings an unmatched depth of practical, real-world knowledge to every session.

DOT

DOT Cylinder Filling — Certification Class

Detailed instruction for filling high-pressure cylinders, CO₂, and cryogenic liquids — with heavy emphasis on prefill inspections. Includes a written certification test.

Your DOT filling certification is valid for 3 years from the date of the course.
DOT

Open Q&A — Any DOT Issue

Bring your specific compliance questions. Michael Dodd has 52 years in the industry and 26 years as GAWDA's DOT Consultant — this is direct access to the best resource in the business.


Decades of real-world experience

Not academics — practitioners who have spent careers inside the gas industry.

Tom Badstubner
Tom Badstubner
AsteRisk, LLC
FDA · Medical Gas
Andre Marte
Andre Marte
AsteRisk, LLC
FDA · Food Gas
Ryan Combest
Ryan Combest
AsteRisk, LLC
OSHA · EPA
Michael Dodd
Michael Dodd
MLD Safety Associates, LLC
DOT

Frequently Asked Questions
No — each day covers a distinct topic area (FDA on Tuesday, OSHA/EPA on Wednesday, DOT on Thursday). You can register for just the days most relevant to your role. The full 3-day program gives your compliance program the most complete coverage. Note: DOT certification requires Day 3 attendance.
We recommend the Holiday Inn Express & Suites next to Two Brothers Brewery in Aurora — 111 North Broadway Avenue, Aurora, IL 60505. Call 630-896-2800 and mention Weldcoa. Free continental breakfast included, and it's less than 3 miles from the venue — under 10 minutes by car.
Yes. The webinar is a live simulcast — you can submit questions during every session. The DOT certification test is also available to webinar attendees.
Yes. For groups of 3 or more, or if your company requires PO-based invoicing, contact Tom directly at [email protected] or 508-883-0927 before registration closes.
Cancellations received before October 1, 2026 receive a full refund. After that date, your registration can be transferred to a colleague or credited toward a future event. Contact [email protected] for help.
Reach out to Tom Badstubner directly: [email protected] or 508-883-0927. He's responsive and happy to answer anything about the program, content, or logistics.

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