RITA

Each towing vessel must have a reliable means to provide notification when an emergency condition exists or an essential system develops problems that require attention. The following alarms must be provided: High bilge levels. Vessel's bilge alarm was inoperable. 46 CFR 143.230(a)(5)

Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. Vessel had a active leak coming from the starboard generator's raw water piping. 46 CFR 143.205(a)

A vessel must be operated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and in such a manner as to afford protection against hazards to life, property, and the environment. Vessel sustained a mechanical failure resulting in the starboard shaft separating between the cutlass bearing and the hull resulting in the shaft and wheel to be lodged in the rudders while underway at mile marker 162 on the GIWW. Vessel is authorized to transit in tow assisted by M/V TORM CORNWELL to Sterling Shipyard, Orange, TX, for repairs. Third Party Organization (TPO), American Buereau of Shipping, is authorized to clear this CG 835V on behalf of the Cognizant [name withheld] shall submit final repair report to the CG within 72 hours of clearing repairs. Vessel shall notify cognizant OCMI upon safe arrival to shipyard and request authorization from local OCMI prior to departure.