Christopher White
Seattle,WA
Summary
Accomplished US Coast Guard Foreign Vessel Examiner with a proven track record at US Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound, adept in regulatory compliance reviews and coordinating inspection schedules. Excelled in ensuring maritime safety and environmental protection by enhancing operational standards and compliance. Skilled in technical and collaborative efforts, significantly improving vessel compliance rates.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
US Coast Guard Foreign Vessel Examiner
US Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound
11.2004 - 03.2025
- Conducted port state control inspections to ensure compliance with international maritime regulations and safety standards.
Verified that vessels had all required certifications, documents, and valid compliance records in accordance with applicable maritime laws.
Examined navigation, communication, lifesaving, firefighting, and pollution prevention systems to assess operational readiness and regulatory compliance.
Inspected the hull and structural components of vessels, including special use structures, fire protection systems, and machinery to ensure integrity and safe operation.
Assessed vessel equipment and machinery, ensuring compliance with design, installation, and operational standards.
Ensured compliance with pollution prevention regulations by inspecting equipment and procedures related to waste management, ballast systems, and pollution control.
Provided guidance and recommendations to vessels found to be out of compliance, offering solutions to bring them into alignment with regulatory standards.
Prepared inspection reports and maintained accurate records for follow-up actions and compliance enforcement.
Collaborated with port authorities and shipping companies to ensure compliance with international conventions such as SOLAS, MARPOL, and STCW.
Education
High School Diploma -
Will C Wood High School
Vacaville, CA06-2002
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance Reviews: Conducting technical reviews to ensure vessel compliance with regulations and applicable standards
- Document and Certificate Verification: Ensuring vessels have the necessary documents and certificates on board and in effect
- System Inspections: Examining and verifying the operation of navigation, communication, alarm, lifesaving, firefighting, and pollution prevention systems to ensure proper functionality and regulatory adherence
- Hull and Structural Inspections: Assessing the vessel’s hull, including internal structural members, fittings, special tanks, fire protection systems, and more, to ensure structural integrity and safety compliance
- Machinery Inspections: Evaluating the condition of vessel machinery, ensuring equipment, systems, and machinery are in safe operating condition and comply with design, installation, and operational standards
- Inspection Scheduling and Coordination: Managing the scheduling of vessel inspections and coordinating the assignment of marine inspectors and examiners to ensure efficient and thorough examinations
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
Timeline
US Coast Guard Foreign Vessel Examiner
US Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound
11.2004 - 03.2025
High School Diploma -
Will C Wood High School
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