Inspection history · 22
24 January 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Lake Worth · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7853958
6 June 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Lake Worth · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7477007
2 September 2021
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Worth · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7302483
16 September 2020
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Worth · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7058705
9 October 2019
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6839613
2 November 2018
Initial Certification · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Worth · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6573118
14 September 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Lake Worth · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6540642
1 March 2010
Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Miami · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 3686066
18 January 2010
Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Miami · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 3663936
21 July 2009
Administration
Administrative · Sector Miami · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 3673440
8 October 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3341563
13 March 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 3163968
28 October 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station Mayport · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2809949
10 October 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station Fort Pierce · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2797963
10 October 2006
Uninspected Other
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Worth · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2799226
12 September 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Miami · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2776782
25 August 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Miami · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2759730
24 August 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Miami · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2776303
16 September 2005
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 2492520
13 June 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO SAULT STE MARIE · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 713219
18 May 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO SAULT STE MARIE · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 213163
9 August 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO DULUTH · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 445127
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 6 June 2022
No resolution recorded
Regardless of the option chosen to obtain a COI, upon obtaining a COI each towing vessel must then undergo a drydock and internal structural examination at the following intervals: A vessel that is exposed to salt water more than 6 months in any 12 month period since the last examination of initial certification must undergo a drydock and internal structural examination at least twice every five years, with not more than 36 months between examinations.
Vessel passed the allowable 36 month time frame to complete drydock and internal structural examinations. Vessel must complete required examinations prior to departure.
46 CFR 137.300(a)(1)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
Existing equipment and installations, of a type not required, or in excess of that required by this part, not meeting the applicable requirements of this part may be continued in service so long as they are in good condition and accepted by the local OCMI or TPO.
Found a 40# BC fire extinguisher located on the exterior 01 deck adjacent to the remote steering operation station wasted. This is an extra extinguisher over what is required but will be maintained or removed.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 29 September 2021
Resolution: The fire extinguisher was replaced to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
Each towing vessel operating on oceans, coastwise, or limited coastwise, must carry a Category 1, 406 MHz satellite EPIRB that meets the requirements of 47 CFR part 80. The EPIRB must be stowed in its float-free bracket with the controls set for automatic activation. Found the EPIRB hydrostatic release expired.
Vessel is restricted to less than 3 miles offshore.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 29 September 2021
Resolution: The EPIRB hydrostatic release was replaced.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
Paints, coatings, or other flammable or combustible products onboard a towing vessel must be stored in a designated storage room or cabinet when not in use.
The storage cabinet door does not close. Repair or replace as discussed.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 2 October 2021
Resolved 29 September 2021
Resolution: A new flammable liquids storage cabinet was installed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
Each integral fuel tank must have a vent that connects to the highest point of the tank, discharges on a weather deck through a bend of 180 degrees, and is fitted with a 30-by-30-mesh corrosion-resistant flame screen.
The screens are painted over. Repair or replace to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 2 October 2021
Resolved 29 September 2021
Resolution: The flame screens were replaced to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock.
Panel "A" 110/220 breaker panel in the engine room is missing a blank. Install a blank as discussed.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 2 October 2021
Resolved 29 September 2021
Resolution: A blank was inserted into the electrical panel. Corrected to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
Pressure vessels must be externally examined annually. Relief valves must be tested in accordance with §143.245 (twice every 5 years, with no more than 3 years elapsing since last test).Test and examination procedures must be in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
Provide proof of testing to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 2 October 2021
Resolved 29 September 2021
Resolution: The relief valve documentation was provided and witnessed a satisfactory function test.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
A towing vessel must carry a combination of day and night visual distress signals indicated in Table 141.370 of §141.370 for specified areas where the vessel operates.
The vessel requirement is 6 day and 6 night. Only 3 approved day flares were on board.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 30 September 2020
Resolution: New flares were purchased.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
The hose must be a lined commercial fire hose 15 meters (50 feet) in length, at least 40 millimeters (1.5 inches) in diameter, and fitted with a nozzle made of corrosion-resistant material capable of providing a solid stream and a spray pattern.
The nozzle was not capable of providing a straight stream.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 30 September 2020
Resolution: A new nozzel was purchased.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
To stop the flow of fuel in the event of a fire or break in the fuel line, a remote fuel shutoff valve must be fitted on any fuel line that supplies fuel directly to a propulsion engine or generator prime mover.
The port MDE reach rod was found broken.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 16 September 2020
Resolution: Corrected on the spot. Reach rod was repaired to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
Paints, coatings, or other flammable or combustible products onboard a towing vessel must be stored in a designated storage room or cabinet when not in use.
The storage cabinet door does not close.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 30 September 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
Resolution: The door was repaired to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
Each integral fuel tank must have a vent that connects to the highest point of the tank, discharges on a weather deck through a bend of 180 degrees, and is fitted with a 30-by-30-mesh corrosion-resistant flame screen.
The screens are painted over. Repair or replace to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 30 September 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
Resolution: The flame screens were replaced.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
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:
(1) Main engine low lubricating oil pressure
The STBD MDE oil pressure gauge at the operation station is not operational.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 30 September 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
Resolution: A new oil psi gauge was installed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock
Remove dead-end wires at the 220v breaker panel in the engine room and install blanks (5) in the breaker panel on the bridge.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 30 September 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
Resolution: Repairs were made to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
A portable watertight container carried at the operating station. Portable watertight containers for pyrotechnic distress signals must be of a bright color and must be clearly marked in legible contrasting letters at least 12.7 millimeters (0.5 inches) high with “DISTRESS SIGNALS”
Mark "Distress Signals" on the storage container.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 30 September 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
Resolution: The watertight container was properly marked.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
The sidelights of vessels of 20 meters or more in length shall be fitted with matte black inboard screens and meet the requirements of §84.15.
The Port and STBD sidelight screens have rust color primer on them.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 30 September 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
Resolution: The screens were painted matte black.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for master and officers
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
Except as provided by §15.725 of this part, no vessel may be navigated unless it has in its service and onboard the crew complement required by the COI.
The Mate and 2 Deckhands MMC were not onboard at the time of the inspection.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 16 September 2020
Resolution: Received documents after the inspection.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 6 June 2019
Resolved
Provide high bilge audible and visual alarm at operating station. 46 CFR 143.230(b)(1)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 8 June 2019
Resolution: Alarm installed at operating station.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm
Issued 6 June 2019
Resolved
Provide visual General Alarm in machinery space.
46 CFR 143.235(b)(3)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 7 June 2019
Resolution: Alarm operates SAT.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-op. damage
Issued 8 November 2018
No resolution recorded
An approximate 12"x12"x4" in-set at stbd side shell at waterline IWO stbd fwd engine room; two vertical transverse side frames bent and stich welds cracked; tripping brackets tripped. Repair proposal received. Repair at next Dry-Dock availability.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Fitness for duty - intoxication
Issued 8 November 2018
Resolved
Provide proof of negative drug test results for crew and enrollment in drug consortium prior to departure.
46 CFR 16.200
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 19 November 2018
Resolution: Crew's drug testing result received. All crew enrolled in drug consortium.