MISS ALENE

All seals and gaskets must be properly maintained to prevent leaks of flammable or combustible liquid. There was evidence of a lube oil leak in the bilges underneath the Starboard Engine. Clean oil from bilge and correct leak.

Wires and cable runs must not be installed in bilges unless adequately protected. Wires running through the bilge are not insulated or protected from water or fluids. Install insulation/protection around wiring within the bilge.

Electrical components that pose an electrical hazard must be in an enclosure. There is a battery in use sitting on top of the fuel tank without an enclosure. Place inside suitable enclosure.

Each lifejacket must be marked: in block capital letters with the name of the vessel. All 7 lifejackets do not have the vessel name labeled on them. Label each jacket with the vessel's name.

Lifebuoys must be approved under approval series 160.050. Grab lines on Port Side lifebuoy were frayed. replace grablines.

"A towing vessel must be maintained and operated so the watertight integrity and stability of the vessel are not compromised." The vessel experienced a head-on collision underway with another passenger vessel. The [name withheld] incurred extensive damage to forward portion of the vessel. Prior to movement, determine if the watertight integrity of the bow or any other voids have been compromised. If proper repairs will not be fully conducted at the current location, provide a detailed transit plan to the USCG for review and approval, to include the date and time of departure, exact route, repair facility, assessment of all known damage, a risk assessment, and list of additional safety precautions to be taken to ensure a safe transit.