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The Company should establish procedures to ensure that the ship is maintained in conformity with the provisions of the relevant rules and regulations and with any additional requirements which may be established by the Company. The technical and/or operational nature of the deficiencies noted in deficiencies 02 and 10 below provide objective evidence of a serious failure of the implementation of the ISM code. An external audit report satisfactory to the OCMI must be submitted prior to clearance of this deficiency. 74SOLAS(24) IX/3.1 ISM Code 10.1

When transporting a solid bulk cargo which is liable to emit a toxic or flammable gas, or cause oxygen depletion in the cargo space, an appropriate instrument for measuring the concentration of gas or oxygen in the air shall be provided together with detailed instructions for its use. Such instrument shall be to the satisfaction of the administration. PSCO observed that the Chief Mate fail to demonstrate the calibration of gas detection equipment twice. It was observed during both calibration tests, the gas detection equipment was reading inconsistent span gas numbers indicating the equipment was not operating as intended. 74SOLAS(24) VI/3.1

The construction and means for securing the weather-tightness of cargo and other hatchways in position 1 and 2 shall be at least equivalent to the requirements of regulations 15 and 16 of this annex. The no. 2 cargo hold hatches sustained substantial damage altering the construction and weather tightness due to an explosion that occurred onboard August 18th, 2025. ICLL 1966 I/14.1

The means for securing and maintaining weather-tightness shall be to the satisfaction of the Administration. The arrangements shall ensure that the tightness can be maintained in any sea conditions. PSCO observed cargo hold access hatches between no.1 and no. 2 cargo hold severely damaged. ICLL 1966 I/16(3)

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 in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. PSCO observed cargo hold no. 2 and its hatch cover severely damaged due to an explosion that occurred on August 18th, 2025. The condition of the vessels hull, cargo holds, tanks and overall structure are unknown. A damage assessment and full survey shall be completed by the vessels Flag State and Recognized Organization. 74SOLAS(24) I/11(a)

The mark of the Authority by whom the load lines are assigned may be indicated alongside the load line ring above the horizontal line which passes through the centre of the ring, or above and below it. The load line indicated NK as current issuing Authority where the current issuing Authority is LR. ICLL 1966 I/7

Efficient guard rails or bulwarks shall be fitted on all exposed parts of the free board and superstructure decks. The height of the bulwarks or guard rails shall be at least 1 metre (391/2) inches from the deck, provided that where this height would interfere with the normal operation of the ship. PSCO observed severe damage to starboard and port side forward handrails due to an explosion that occurred onboard on August 18th, 2025. ICLL 1966 I/25(2)

The training manual shall explain the following in detail: escape systems and appliances. PSCO observed 04 different models of emergency escape breathing devices (EEBD) onboard. Vessel's SOLAS training manual only had instruction manuals for 03 make and model EEBDs onboard. 74SOLAS(24) II-2/15 2.3.4.7

The administration shall take steps to ensure that crews of ships are trained in the use of such equipment. Vessel ordered replacement gas for gas detection equipment with incorrect chemical concentrations for cargo on board. Replacement bottles contained isobutane instead of the required methane component. Annex 9 of IMSBC outlines that the ship shall be suitably fitted and carry on board appropriate instruments for measuring the following without requiring entry in the cargo space: .1 concentration of methane in the atmosphere. Master and Chief Mate were unable to identify proper replacement span gas for on-board equipment. Vessels SOLAS training manual states: Senior Crew members should be familiar with the operational characteristics (instrument settings, type of sensors installed etc.) and the calibration procedure of the gas measuring instruments. 74SOLAS(24) VI/3.2

If hydrostatic release is used in float-free arrangements, it shall: if disposable, in lieu of the requirement in paragraph 4.1.6.3.6 be marked with the means of determining its date of expiry. Vessels disposable hydrostatic releases were not marked. 74SOLAS(24) III/34 LSA 4.1.6.3.8

Certification of accurate information. Include the master, owner, operator, agent, person in charge, or responsible officer's printed name, title, and signature attesting to the accuracy of the information provided and that the activities were in accordance with the ballast water management plan required by § 151.2050(g). PSCO observed ballast water management log was missing Master signatures on pages 20,21 and 22. 33 CFR 151.2070(a)(2)

1499 Other(Prop. & Aux Machinery) The machinery associated piping system and fitting shall be of design and construction adequate for the service for which they are intended. During the steering gear test, hydraulic oil was observed leaking from the rotor seals. SOLAS 74(09)II 1/26.1 17ac

0750 (Fire Prevention)- The following fire protection systems shall be kept in good order so as to ensure their required performance if fire occurs: Structural fire protection of openings and penetrations in these divisions. Doors for the engine control room, emergency exit door next to the engine control room, door from galley leading to dry stores have inoperable latching mechanisms. SOLAS 74(09)II-2/ 14.2.1.1.1 10c

0750 Fire Prevention- A Class Divisions shall be so constr4ucted as to be capable of preventing the passage of smoke and flame. Cable penetrations from cable duct to passage way on Deck D were not properly insulated, which could allow for the passage of smoke. SOLAS 74(04) II-2 3.2.4 40ac

0611 - Lifeboat inventory - Before the ship leaves port and at all times during the voyage, all life-saving equipment shall be in working order and ready for immediate use, PSCO observed 5 life boat rations in the life boat not air tight as required by LSA code 4.4.8.12 - SOLAS 74a (2009) III/20.2