CASTAWAY 3

At each subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and ready for inspections of machinery, fuel, and piping systems, including the following: Operational test of the means provided for pumping bilges. Port main engine PTO bilge pump had suction and discharge hoses connected backwards. Make repairs and demonstrate proper operation of bilge suction. 46 CGR 176.804(h) Prior to issuance of COI

A vessel not required to have a power driven fire pump by § 181.300 must have at least three 9.5 liter (2 1/2 gallon) buckets, with an attached lanyard satisfactory to the cognizant OCMI, placed so as to be easily available during an emergency. The words “FIRE BUCKET” must be stenciled in a contrasting color on each bucket. Vessel missing 2 fire buckets. 46 CFR 181.610

Limited coastwise routes: A vessel on a limited coastwise route must carry — (1) Six hand red flare distress signals approved in accordance with § 160.021 in subchapter Q of this chapter; Six hand orange smoke distress signals. 6 of 12 flares onboard are expired. 46 CFR 180.68

Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery, or equipment that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant OCMI, except during an emergency. Repairs or alterations that affect the safety of the vessel include, steering, propulsion and power supply systems; alterations affecting stability; and repair or alteration of lifesaving, fire detecting, or fire extinguishing equipment. The owner or managing operator shall submit drawings, sketches, or written specifications describing the details of any proposed alterations to the cognizant [name withheld] alterations must be approved by the OCMI before work is started. Company reported the vessel suffered machinery failures including transmissions. Due to financial constraints, the company cannot make repairs at this time and will also miss the drydock deadline. COI deactivated. Vessel must complete credit drydock prior to requesting a new COI inspection. 46 CFR 176.700

Gauges to indicate RPM, jacket water temp and oil pressure must be readily visible at the operating station. Port and starboard YANMAR gauge panels are opaque and cracked. Replace gauges/panels. 46 CFR 182.410

46 CFR 176.700(a) 46 CFR 176.700(d) Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery, or equipment that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant OCMI, except during an emergency. The OCMI may require an inspection and testing whenever a repair or alteration is undertaken. CASTAWAY 3 suffered a mechanical loss of propulsion control of the port engine. Determine the cause of the mechanical failure, complete all necessary repairs, provide a report addressing the scope of work completed and provide any associated invoices/ receipts. Upon receipt of these documents, marine inspectors will schedule a follow-up exam to conduct sea trials on the CASTAWAY 3.

46 CFR 176.802 (a)(1) At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of the hull structure and its appurtenances, including the following: (1) Inspection of all accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull, the watertight bulkheads, and weather decks CASTAWAY 3 reported that during the return voyage mooring evolution, the Captain lost ability to control the port engine and the vessel subsequently allided with the pier. MI's observed full thickness FRP hull cracking above the waterline on the starboard stem approximately 5' vertical and 3" wide with daylight shining through. Provide repair plan to USCG and make permanent repairs.

46 CFR 176.802(a)(3) At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of the hull structure and its appurtenances, including the following: Inspection of the condition of the superstructure, masts, and similar arrangements constructed on the hull, and on a sailing vessel all spars, standing rigging, running rigging, blocks, fittings, and sails. Provide third party rigging survey in accordance with Preventative Maintenance Plan.

46 CFR 176.802(a)(3) At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of the hull structure and its appurtenances, including the following: Inspection of the condition of the superstructure, masts, and similar arrangements constructed on the hull, and on a sailing vessel all spars, standing rigging, running rigging, blocks, fittings, and sails. All inspected sailing vessel owner/operators should have a written Preventive Maintenance Plan (PMP) that specifically addresses their vessel’s sail rigging equipment and components. PMP not on board vsl.

46 CFR 176.814 At each subsequent inspection for certification the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to test the steering systems of the vessel and make them available for inspection to the extent necessary to determine that they are in suitable condition and fit for the service intended. **Port/Stbd steering flex hoses not suitable for service due to bulging/corrosion. Replace hoses.

Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to: protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. **Port side battery terminals corroded and rusted. Clean corrosion from battery terminals and remove standing water from tray.

46 CFR 180.70 Ring life buoy not in serviceable condition due to ultraviolet sun damage. Replace life buoy.

46 CFR 180.70(d)(1) Ring life buoy light found with battery not authorized by manufacturer. Replace battery or with new light.

46 CFR 185.728 The master of the vessel shall ensure that: The EPIRB's battery is replaced after it is used, or before the date required by FCC regulations in 47 CFR part 80, whichever comes sooner. **EPRIB battery life expired.

A submersible electric bilge pump may be used as a power bilge pump required by Table 182.520(a) only on a vessel of not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length carrying not more than 49 passengers. The fixed bilge pump system is inoperable. The vessel has submersible electric bilge pumps. Until the fixed bilge system is repaired the number of allowed passengers is reduced from 80 to 49.

Deck rails must be designed and constructed to withstand a point load of 91 kilograms (200 pounds) applied at any point in any direction, and a uniform load of 74 kilograms per meter (50 pounds per foot) applied to the top rail in any direction. The point and uniform loads do not need to be applied simultaneously. The bottom of the railing support bar/rail mount have fractured welds just forward of the stairs on the port and starboard side. Total of 4 areas that need to be re-welded.

Portable fire extinguishers must be located so that they are clearly visible and readily accessible from the space being protected. The portable extinguisher signage installed on the port and starboard main deck console is worn and unreadable.

On a vessel of at least 26 feet in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level in each of the following normally unmanned spaces. Lazarette, machinery space, main deck non watertight hatch. MSD St. Thomas received notification of bilge alarms that are inoperable.

A self priming, power driven fire pump must be installed on each vessel that carries more than 49 passengers with the minimum capacity of 50 gallons per minute and not less than 60 PSI. MSD St. Thomas received notification of inoperable fire pump.

The master of the vessel shall ensure that (b) The EPRIB'S Battery is replaced after its used, or before the date required by the FCC reguaitons in 47, CFR part 80, whichever comes sooner. Attending MI's noted that the hydrostatic release expired 1 January 2022, and the EPRIB batteries expired 19 Feburary 2022.

Make permanent repairs to un secured structural fire protection in starboard engine room overhead.

Make permanent repairs to 12v socket in electrical panel.

Prove proper VHF FM DSC operations.