EEL PT

An inspection either general or partial depending upon the circumstances shall be made whenever any important repairs or alterations are undertaken. Vessel to complete permanent repairs, NDT of welds for appendages required for ramp, proper installation/operation of the ramp, to include all wire rope, securing/locking devices prior to cargo operations.

It shall be the responsibility of the master to assure himself that all exposed cargo hatches and other openings in the hull of his vessel are closed, made properly watertight by the use of tarpaulins, gaskets or similar devices, and in all respects properly secured for sea before leaving protected waters. Vessel to properly install & secure hatches for the STBD Aft Void space & STBD Aft inboard Rake void, as indicated.

During each inspect/re-inspection for certification, all wing voids, rakes, cofferdams, and other void spaces on barges must be opened and checked from on-deck for the presence of water indicating hull damage or cargo tank leakage. Vessel to remove water from the following voids: 1P&S, 2P&S, P&S Aft rake.

A survey, either general or partial, according to the circumstances, shall be made every time an accident occurs or a defect is discovered which affects the safety of the vessel or the efficacy or completeness of its lifesaving appliances, fire-fighting or other equipment, or whenever any important repairs or renewals are made. The survey shall be such as to insure that the necessary repairs or renewals have been effectively made, that the material and the workmanship of such repairs or renewals are in all respects satisfactory, and that the vessel complies in all respects with the regulations in this subchapter. During the damage survey it was found that the underway locking/retaining mechanism for the loading ramp was non-functional.

A survey, either general or partial, according to the circumstances, shall be made every time an accident occurs or a defect is discovered which affects the safety of the vessel. While in tow, cargo ramp broke free and sank; caused a hole (approximately 5"x8") at the deckline; extent of damage unknown. Conduct damage survey upon arrival at next port of call with an attending Marine Inspector. Make permanent repairs to the satisfaction of the local OCMI. 46 CFR 91.30-1(a)

Hatch openings on main deck must be capable of being made watertight. Access hatch dogs for 1p, 2p, 4p, 6p, and 1s wing voids wasted. Replace and prove watertight.

Vessel did not complete the required annual examination in 2018.