YOSEMITE TRADER

Steering Cable on the port lifeboat has broken. lifeboat remains operiatonal and offers a safe haven for the crew as intened. Crew has been instructed to steer via alternative means aka Hand Tiller. Until the cable can be replaced.

In addition to the requirements contained elsewhere in the present regulations, ships shall be designed, constructed and maintained in compliance with the structural, mechanical, and electrical requirements of a classification society which is recognized by the Administration in accordance with he provisions of regulation XI-1/1, or with applicable national standards of the Administration which provide an equivalent level of safety. While underway from Busan, KR to Guam, vessel experienced a reduction in propulsion due to the failure of the saltwater cooling pipe connection to the main engine jacket water cooler. Temporary repairs were made by crew and the vessel continued the voyage. Affect permanent repairs to the satisfaction of class and USCG. 74 SOLAS (2020 Cons.) II-1/3-1 - 50 a/c.

Tankers operating with a cargo tank cleaning procedures using crude oil washing shall be fitted with an inert gas system complying with the fire safety systems code. Automatic shutdown of the inert gas system and its components parts shall be arranged on predetermined limits being reached, taking into account the provisions of paragraphs 2.2.4, 2.3.2 and 2.4.2. Current failure of the O2 monitoring system is preventing the automated shut down on high o2 to the cargo deck. Sensors in use shall be approved for such application and calibrated in order to ensure reliability. Prior to cargo that requires IG

A water seal, if fitted, shall be capable of being supplied by two separate pumps, each of which shall be capable of maintaining an adequate supply at all times. The audible and visual alarm on the low level of water in the water seal shall operate at all times. The current configuration on the vessel has been modified by use of a fire hose that is being manually controlled to allow water into the deck seal. Prior to the discharge or loading of cargo that requires inert gas, restore the IGS to it's original configuration.

Immediately after the addressing of resultant safety concerns, the owner, agent, master, operator or person in charge, shall notify the USCG whenever a vessel is involved in a marine casualty consisting of an occurrence materially and adversely affecting the vessels seaworthiness or fitness for service. Definitions: The term marine casualty applies to events caused by or involving a vessel and includes but is not limited to the following: any occurrence that results in any failure or occurrences, regardless of cause which impair any aspect of a vessels operation components or CARGO. The attending Marine Inspectors noted that the inert gas systems suffered two failures, neither or which was reported to the USCG as required 46 CFR 4.05. Both vessel and company shall review established SMS procedures and ensure that future incidents involving reportable casualties to the USCG are included in the established ISM/SMS policy.

In tankers, electrical equipment, cables and wiring shall not be installed in hazardous locations unless it conforms with standards not inferior to those acceptable to the organization (IEC 60092-502:1999) 5.5.3 Bonding straps are required for cargo and slop tanks, piping systems and equipment which are not permanently connected to the hull of the ship. Identified two bonding straps to the IG system not attached. Cite: SOLAS (2009) II-1/Reg 45.11 IEC 60092-502:1999

Electrical apparatus shall be so constructed and so installed as not to cause injury when handled or touched in the normal manner. Three lights in the galley were found with broken diffusers/guards. Cite: SOLAS (2009) II-1/Reg 45.1.3

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On 30Jan2023, it was discovered that the Cargo Ship Safety Radio Certificate (CSSRC) expired 10Dec2022. Upon review of SMS Document ID 6873 (Rev 3), paragraph 4 of the “Vessel Documents and Certificates – General” section indicates both the master and Program Manager will ensure inspections and surveys are completed as required. Section 1(a) states, “Where the document originates on the vessel, the Master will update the document dates in DMS.” The master is unable to update certificate records in the “Document Management System” (NS5 where SMS is located). The master follows the process identified in Section 2(a) “Program Manager or Marine Safety and Standards (MSS) Department Responsibilities” by emailing documents to MSS for entry into DMS. It was noted during USCG attendance many moving parts may have contributed to the lapse of the CSSRC: upcoming maintenance period, authorization from FCC for ABS to issue CSSRC, vessel’s upcoming name change, and company's change of address. SOLAS (2020) IX/Reg 3.1 ISM Code Part A 11.2.1 Action 705: Due 01May2023 (3 months).

In tankers, electrical equipment, cables and wiring shall not be installed in hazardous locations unless it conforms with standards not inferior to those acceptable to the Organization. An explosion proof light in the cargo pump room was not properly installed and the grounding wire was disconnected. Cite: SOLAS (2009) II-1/Reg 45.11

Each operation described in paragraph 2 of this regulation shall be recorded without delay in the Oil Record Book Part I, so that all entries in the book appropriate to that operation are completed. Oil Record Book Part I tank capacity was consistently listed as 1.67 m3 for the F.O. Drain Tank in all the entries. The tank diagram in the ORB and IOPP list the F.O. Drain Tank’s capacity of 1.66 m3. Cite: MARPOL Annex I/Reg 17.4

As far as practical, oil fuel lines shall be arranged far apart from hot surfaces, electrical installations or other sources of ignition and shall be screened or otherwise suitably protected to avoid oil spray or leakage onto the sources of ignition. The anti-splash tape around a connection on the #1 generator was found peeling and unserviceable. Cite: SOLAS (2009) II-2/4.2.2.5.3

The company should establish procedures to ensure that the ship is maintained in conformance with the provisions of the relevant rules and regulations and with any additional requirements which may be established by the company. Lock Out Tag Out log had different index numbers in the table of contents compared to the sign-off pages for the decommissioned incinerator and the laundry. The index numbers for the decommissioned incinerator did not match. The laundry and incinerator had the index numbers switched in the table of contents. SOLAS (2020) IX/Reg 3.1 ISM Code Part A 10.1

Doors in "A" class division bulkheads,shall be at least as effectvie for resisting fires as the division in which fitted. The door to the steering gear space did not provide an adequate seal to prevent passage of smoke and fire.

For tankers constructed on or after 1 July 2002:emergency towing arrangements at both ends shall be of adequate strength taking into account the size and deadweight of the ship, and the expected forces during bad weather conditions. The emergency tow line on the fantail was found to be deteriorating, and was brittle to the touch and in need of replacement.

Vessel did not have Class or USCG approved PSTP's in order to meet or reach an equivalency of 46CFR62.50-30 for PUMS endorsement. Vessel is authorized PUMS in an interim status, while the final procedure is completed and submitted to Marine Safety Center or ABS for review IAW the ACP Supplement adn MSC MTN 04-03

In tankers: a system for continuous monitoring of the concentration of hydrocarbon gases shall be fitted. Sampling points or detector heads shall be located in suitable positions in order that potentially dangerous leakages are readily detected. Upon testing, the gas sampling system did not work as required.

MCT above ECR was found to provide open communication to the next space.