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NFPA Marine Chemist Inspections

With 30 years of experience in Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Laboratory Quality Management, and Maritime Safety, Mike Schmitt has the experience and drive to help keep your projects safe. Mike founded Certified Marine Chemists Inc. in order to deliver the very best practices for our clients, and their employees.

Mike’s experience includes inspection and certification of a wide variety of commercial and military vessels, including:

• Tank Ships, Barges
• LNG Tankers
• Tugboats, Towboats
• Offshore Supply Vessels
• Fishing Boats and Factory Fishing Vessels
• Aircraft Carriers, Destroyers, Submarines
• Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (Jack-up, Mat Rigs, Semi-submersible Rigs, Platforms)

Training and experience includes:

• NFPA Certificated Marine Chemist, No. 711
• Special Endorsement for Vessels Having Flammable Cryogenic Liquid Fuel or Cargo
• Authorized OSHA Maritime Outreach Trainer
• Above and Below Ground Storage Tank Inspections
• Potable Water Chlorination, Analytical Sampling
• NELAC, ISO 17025 and DoD Environmental Quality Systems Training

Training Classes

Shipyard Competent Person

OSHA Outreach – Maritime (10-hr. and 30-hr.)

Maritime, Industrial, and Safety – Custom Training

• We strive to provide training that is hands-on and realistic.
• We understand that real learning does not just include a one-time seminar (whether in a live or virtual setting). There will always be questions or follow-up, and we remain available to ensure that you have the support you need in the field.
• Together, we want to help ensure the safety of our industrial friends through continuous communication and improvement.

Marine Chemist Trainee

Johnathon Whitlow is training to be a NFPA Certificated Marine Chemist.

Johnathon is a graduate of Texas A&M University at Galveston. He is a former USCG Licensed Master of Vessels (Any Gross Tons), and a Licensed Offshore Installation Manager. During his more than 25 year maritime career, he has also served as an HSE Manager, and a Fleet Operations Manager. In addition, Johnathon’s experience includes managing the construction and commissioning of maritime vessels in foreign shipyards.

Training and certifications include:

• NTSB Marine Accident Investigation Training Certified
• International Safety Management Code Auditor Certification
• TAPROOT® Root Cause Analysis Team Leader
• Lean 6 Sigma Green Belt

Our Philosophy

• Caring Attitude
• Technical Proficiency
• Competitive Pricing
• Ethical Business Practices

First Chemists, Safety Pioneers…

…the expense of safety is infinitesimal compared to the potential destruction of property and the loss of lives.

Prof. Jeremiah Thomas Morill, Certified Safety Chemist ABS/NFPA No. 148, from his 1950’s Manual, “The Gas Free Chemist”

Safety and Productivity

Safety is a critical part of the production process. We work with our clients to prevent accidents, and we help ensure that safe operations meet your organizational goals.