John M. Hines, SAMS® AMS

  • Accredited Marine Surveyor, Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors®

  • STCW Master 500 tonne / Chief Mate - Near Coastal, Ship Security  Officer, ISO / ISM Lead Auditor

  • ABYC Certified Marine Technician

  • Thermal / Infrared Thermographer, Level I

  • Relief Commanding Officer, Small Vessel Fleet, Canadian Coast Guard

  • Over 30 years' experience, Canadian Coast Guard​

  • Graduate of Chapman School of Seamanship, Florida (Yacht and Small Craft Surveying, Fundamentals of the Damage and Claims Survey)


  • Member of International Association of Marine Investigators, Inc., National Fire Protection Association, and Boat U.S.
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