Welcome to U. S. Marine Safety Office Boston

We are stationed at 455 Commercial Street in Boston's Historic North End. 

As a MSO we conduct safety inspections of foreign
and domestic vessels, investigate oil spills and complaints made within
the industry.  We inspect facilities to assist in the prevention of oil
spills.  We plan large marine events such as; Sail Boston, fire works
displays and develop emergency plans for spills.  License documentation is
done in the Regional Exam Center on the first floor of the building, they
also review courses, administer exams and issue various licenses.

The Unit is comprised of:

 20 officers

30 enlisted

11 civilians

59 reservists. 

The Administration Department consists of:

YNC

YN2

YN3

SK1

As admin we provide timely assistance with personnel and
Coast Guard related affairs.  We are here to make our people happy.  We
assist the reservists with their drill information, such as billing and
training.  There are many reservists that are currently on active duty
assisting in the daily events at the MSO.    

There are many school and colleges in the Boston area.  For information about the general school system you can call (617) 738-1781. 

Some of the local colleges in the area, which are some of America's best are:
Boston University 
Harvard University
Northeastern University
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

If there are any questions that you might have concerning the Administration Department or the MSO in general, please feel free to give us a call.

617-223-3000 or Toll Free 1-800-673-1057