Records from 2017 to 2024. Most recent: inspection, 3 May 2024.
Inspection history · 10
3 May 2024
PSC B
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7896758
25 April 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7901561
14 August 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Miami · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7768058
28 June 2022
PSC B
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7489363
7 May 2021
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7181836
6 July 2018
PII Safety Exam · Ballast Water Examination · ISPS III Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6458830
17 March 2018
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6373477
6 March 2018
Ballast Water Examination · Deficiency Check · ISPS II Exam · ISM Exam · PII Safety Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6358202
6 March 2018
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6366614
12 February 2017
Ballast Water Examination · PII Safety Exam · ISPS II Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6083651
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 3 May 2024
No resolution recorded
The purpose of this regulation is to prevent the ignition of combustible materials or flammable liquids. Means shall be provided to control leaks of flammable liquids. PSCO observed the valve stem of the dedicated line to the incinerator from the diesel oil day tank had a substantial leak while in the open position. Ensure operational readiness by certificate issuing authority prior to use.
74SOLAS(04) II-2/4.1.1
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 3 May 2024 — due date passed with no resolution recorded
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Insulation wetted through (oil)
Issued 6 July 2018
Resolved
1420 - Cleanliness of engine room - The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship is in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. PSCO observed a steady amount of lube oil leaking from the quick closing valve on the #2 cylinder oil service tank. 74(a) SOLAS 2014 cons. I/11 17a
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 9 July 2018
Resolution: PSC NOLA received a class report from NKK satisfying the requirement.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 6 July 2018
Resolved
0750- Fire Prevention - The fire integrity of bulkheads shall be as prescribed in table 9.5 and 9.6. PSCO observed an approximate 1 meter section of Class "A" Division insulation hanging from a Class A 60 boundary in the forward engine room, port side. SOLAS 74(a) 2014 cons. II-2/9.2.3.3.1 17a
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 9 July 2018
Resolution: PSC NOLA received a class report from NKK satisfying the requirement.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 6 July 2018
Resolved
9900- (Other- not clearly hazardous)- The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. PSCO observed a "C" clamp being used to seal broken filter cap of bilge water supply line to the oily water separator. SOLAS 74(a) 2014 cons. I/11 40a
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 9 July 2018
Resolution: PSC NOLA received a class report from NKK satisfying the requirement.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 6 July 2018
Resolved
9900-Other(not clearly hazardous)-Vessel must comply with 33 CFR 155 & 156 prior to engaging in transfer of oil in U.S. navigable waters. Fuel transfer system piping was hydrostatic tested with a pressure equal to working pressure (.5mPA) and not 150% of the MAWP. 33 CFR 156.170 10c
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 6 July 2018
Resolution: The deficiency was corrected on the spot.
Operations/Management › Vessel Safety Management › Maintenance of Ship/Equipment
Issued 7 March 2018
Resolved
Objective evidence discovered in an expanded ISM exam revealed the following non-conformities: The vessel failed to fully implement the requirements of the ISM Code through their SMS procedures as evident by the following deficiencies indicating that the ship and/or company are not meeting the SMS which collectively are evidence of a serious failure of the implementation of the ISM Code. Recommend and external audit. In meeting these requirements the Company should ensure that: inspections are held at appropriate intervals; any non-conformity is reported with its possible cause, if known; appropriate corrective action is taken; and records of these activities are maintained. The SMS should include procedures ensuring the non-conformities, accidents and hazardous situations are reported to the Company, investigated and analyzed with the objective of improving safety and pollution prevention. Vessel did not report and did not take corrective actions with regard to the following non-conformities in accordance with the ship's SMS.
1.1-Deck Machinery: The starboard side mid-ship accommodation ladder lifting and lowering winch foundation is severely wasted and holed through and it is substantially unsafe for use. The wastage was covered with tape and paint.
1.2-Pollution Containment: Vessel's bunker manifold containment has significant wastage, causing the support legs to give way, leading to a condition that is unsafe for the crew and poses an unreasonable threat of harm to the marine environment.
1.3-Hydraulic Piping: The hydraulic line (operating pressure 280 bar) for cargo hold 4 between FR 75-80 on the port side is wasted, holed , and leaking. Two failed temporary jubilee patches (not approved by Flag or RO) were installed since Dec 2017.
1.4-Crane access/servicing platforms: Between cargo holds 1-2, 2-3, 3-4, and 4-5 were excessively wasted and holed through. Additionally, the port side latter leading to the forecastle has rungs that are wasted and holed through.
1.5-Handrails/Ladders: Several handrails on both the port and starboard side are broken/missing, as well as broken handrail stanchion at weld seams to the main deck in way of port quarter and at the starboard side accommodation ladder. Also, ladders used for view of cargo hold internals, and those used as viewing platforms are wasted and broken due to severe weather.
1.6-Void Space Ventilation: A void space vent-topper on the starboard side, near FR 173, is wasted through at the opening protection cover, creating an unsafe condition that could lead to water ingress, affecting the ship.
1.7-Deck Cables/Wiring: PSCO discovered wiring hanging in an exposed manner from the forward mast, posing a significant hazard to the safety of the crew.
1.8-Guardrails/Platforms: Mooring station platforms on bow and stern were wasted and severely damaged due to severe weather. SOLAS 2014 Cons. IX/3.1 ISM Code 9.1 & 10.2 30ac
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 15 March 2018
Resolution: Received Class report from ABS addressing issues. NKK issued compliance dates for deficiencies of 29APR18.
Lifesaving › Launching Appliances › Winch
Issued 7 March 2018
Resolved
All arrangements used for pilot transfer shall efficiently fulfill their purpose of enabling pilots to embark and disembark safely, the appliances shall be kept clean, properly maintained and stowed, and shall be regularly inspected to ensure they are safe to use. The Starboard side mid-ship accommodation ladder lifting and lowering winch foundation is severely wasted and holed through and it is substantially unsafe for use. SOLAS 2014 Cons. V/23.2.1 30ac
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 9 July 2018
Resolution: PSC NOLA received a class report from NKK satisfying the requirement.
Operations/Management › Vessel Safety Management › Maintenance of Ship/Equipment
Issued 7 March 2018
Resolved
The ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the present regulations, ensuring that the ship remain fit to
proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board.
The hydraulic line for cargo hold 4 between FR 75-80, port side,
is severely wasted, holed through and (02)temporary repairs are
leaking. With an operation pressure of 280 Bar, this condition
presents an immediate danger to persons on board & environment. SOLAS 2014 Cons.I/11
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 15 March 2018
Resolution: NKK attested to vessel repair of wasted piping.
Electrical › Lighting (service) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 7 March 2018
Resolved
All main electrical lighting systems shall provide illumination throughout those parts of the ship normally accessible to the crew. Embarkation, Emergency, and deck lighting not operational on starboard bridge wing, A deck, B deck, port and starboard accommodation ladders, every crane entry room, forecastle, and the forward mast. SOLAS 2014 Cons. II-1/41.2.1
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 9 July 2018
Resolution: PSC NOLA received a class report from NKK satisfying the requirement.
Operations/Management › Vessel Safety Management › Maintenance of Ship/Equipment
Issued 7 March 2018
Resolved
The ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the present regulations, ensuring that the ship remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The fresh water piping on the starboard side cargo deck was not secured to the support stanchions due to wastage and traveling through severe weather. Also, the vessels bunker manifold containment on the starboard side has significant wastage, causing support legs to detach. The fresh water pipe and manifold containment in its wasted, unsecured condition poses an immediate hazard hazard to the crew. SOLAS 2014 Cons. I/11 17ac
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 15 March 2018
Resolution: NKK attested to vessel repair of wasted piping/mounting.
Operations/Management › Vessel Safety Management › Maintenance of Ship/Equipment
Issued 7 March 2018
Resolved
The ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the present regulations that the ship remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Control Box for opening/closing cargo holds 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 are bent and broken due to wastage and transit through severe weather. SOLAS 2014 Cons. I/11 17ac
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 9 July 2018
Resolution: PSC NOLA received a class report from NKK satisfying the requirement.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 7 March 2018
Resolved
Electrical wiring and cables shall be installed so as to prevent damage. The electrical wiring for the ballast water tank level indicator system is detached in multiple places on deck, rendering the system inoperable and the Master unable to quickly assess he water levels in the tanks, posing a safety risk to the ship and its crew. SOLAS 2014 Cons. II-1/45.5.5 17ac
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 15 March 2018
Resolution: System taken out of operation by company in accordance with NKK approval.
Operations/Management › Port and Waterways Safety › Notice of Arrival, General
Issued 7 March 2018
Resolved
The master of a vessel shall submit a complete notice of arrival prior to entering port. The vessel’s ANOA listed that the ship was in ballast condition. The ship came in fully loaded with salt. 33CFR160.206(a)(3)(i) 15c
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 15 - Rectify deficiencies by next port
Resolved 7 March 2018
Resolution: The Master updated the vessel's ANOA to reflect that salt was the cargo when calling on Providence.
Lifesaving › Embarkation Appliances/Stations › Accessability
Issued 7 March 2018
Resolved
All arrangements used for personnel transfer shall efficiently fulfill their purpose of enabling personnel to embark and disembark safely, the appliances shall be kept clean, properly maintained and stowed and shall be regularly inspected to ensure they are safe to use. The starboard side mid-ship accommodation alter was severely bend and deflected requiring repair or replacement. Also, the starboard side aft-ship accommodation ladder's support and mounting hardware was severely damaged during a heavy weather transit. SOLAS 2014 Cons. V/23.2.1 50ac
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 9 July 2018
Resolution: PSC NOLA received a class report from NKK satisfying the requirement.