1. KAREN RUNYON
(757) 589-5947 Kathom71@gmail.com
8119 Colin Drive Norfolk, VA 23518
SUMMARY OF SKILLS
●Self-starter, quick learner
●Detail oriented multi-tasker
●Excellent people skills
●Strong written and oral communication skills
●Team player with leadership experience
●Attention to detail and ability to manage
●Great organization skills
●Professional demeanor
WORK EXPERIENCE
Over 17 years direct experience with long term multi-million dollar overhaul contracts aboard
various US Navy vessels.
Proficient in confined space entry safety; atmospheric testing; familiar with multiple
atmospheric testing equipment Certified Shipyard Competent Person (Gas Free Engineer)
● Able to visually inspect and test confined spaces to determine if the atmospheric
conditions are safe for workers.
● Able to visually inspect confined spaces to determine if flammable or combustible
materials are present.
● Able to inspect, test and evaluate to determine if a Certified Marine Chemist is needed
for further evaluation.
● Able to carry out instructions and perform test as directed by a Certified Marine
Chemist.
● Able to perform tests, calibrate, and use various atmospheric testing equipment and
maintain test records.
● Able to test spaces before hot work and ensure that no concentrations of flammable
vapors exist.
● Able to visually inspect and test each space certified as “Safe for Workers” or “Safe for
hot Work” as often as necessary to ensure that atmosphere conditions have not changed
during the course of work.
Conducted Safety Inspections aboard US Navy vessels in accordance with NAVSEA Standard
Items.
● Able to generate detailed reports with recommended corrective actions
Knowledgeable in the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) 29 Code of
Federal Regulation (CFR) 1910 – General Industry and 1915 – Shipyard Employment

2. Experienced in Microsoft Windows operating system, and Microsoft Office Programs
EDUCATION
1989 – Graduated – Delsea Regional High School
2000 – Certified Shipyard Competent Person (Gas Free Engineer; Confined Space Entry)
2001 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher (Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2002 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher (Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2003 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher (Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2004 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher (Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2005 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher ( Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2006 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher (Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2007 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher ( Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2008 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher (Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2009 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher (Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2010 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher (Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2011 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher (Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2012 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher (Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2013 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher (Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2014 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher (Gas Free; Confined Space Entry)
2015 - Certified Shipyard Competent Person Refresher (Gas Free; Confined Space Entry