01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 18 July 2022
Resolved
Any vessel of at least five net tons which engages in the fisheries on the navigable waters of the United States or in the Exclusive Economic Zone, or coastwise trade, unless exempt under § 67.9(c), must have a Certificate of Documentation bearing a valid endorsement appropriate for the activity in which engaged. The vessel does not have a valid Certificate of Documentation.
46 CFR 67.7
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 11 August 2022
Resolution: Vessel has valid COD, experation 31AUG2023
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 18 July 2022
Resolved
The following spaces must be equipped with a fire detection and alarm system of an approved type installed in accordance with 46 CFR part 76, except when a fixed-gas fire extinguishing system that is capable of automatic discharge upon heat detection is installed or when the space is manned: (1) A space containing propulsion machinery. The detector on the port side engine space was inoperable.
46 CFR 181.405(a)(1)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 28 July 2022
Resolution: Fire detection was satisfactorly tested as witnessed by the attending CG marine inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 18 July 2022
Resolved
Remote fuel shutoff stations must be marked in clearly legible letters at least 25 millimeters (1 inch) high indicating purpose of the valve and direction of operation. The starboard side fuel shutoff labeling was worn off.
46 CFR 185.608
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 28 July 2022
Resolution: Fuel shutoff station was satisfactorly marked to the satisfaction of the attending CG marine inspector.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 18 July 2022
Resolved
The marine employer must have a sufficient number of alcohol testing devices readily accessible on board the vessel to determine the presence of alcohol in the system of each individual who was directly involved in the SMI. The vessel did not have any alcohol testing devices on board.
46 CFR 4.06-15
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 28 July 2022
Resolution: Vessel placed alcohol testing strips onboard to the satisfaction of the attending CG marine inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 26 April 2021
Resolved
A visual indicator must be provided at the operating station to indicate when any automatic bilge pump is operating. Operating station indicator light was inoperable for the forward starboard automatic bilge pump.
46 CFR 182.530(c)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 26 April 2021
Resolved 30 April 2021
Resolution: Video received showing satisfactory operation of visual indicator for STBD FWD automatic bilge pump.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 26 April 2021
Resolved
On a vessel of at least 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level in a space with a through-hull fitting below the deepest load waterline. Bilge high water level indicator audible and visual alarm inoperable for forward starboard high water level indicator.
46 CFR 182.530(a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 26 April 2021
Resolved 30 April 2021
Resolution: Video received showing satisfactory operation of visual and audible indicator for STBD FWD bilge high water alarm.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 26 April 2021
Resolved
Marine employers shall establish programs for the chemical testing for dangerous drugs on a random basis of crew-members on inspected vessels who occupy a position, or perform the duties and functions of a position, required by the vessel’s Certificate of Inspection. Enrollment in random chemical testing consortium expired in January 2021.
46 CFR 16.240
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 26 April 2021
Resolved 30 April 2021
Resolution: [withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 26 April 2021
Resolved
Provision must be made for closing all supply duct cowls or scoops and exhaust duct discharge openings for a space protected by a fixed gas extinguishing system. All closure devices must be readily available and mounted in the vicinity of the vent. Engine compartment ventilation openings in engine covers missing closure devices, preventing closure of spaces for activation of CO2 extinguishing system.
46 CFR 182.465(h)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 26 April 2021
Resolved 30 April 2021
Resolution: Metalic vents installed in engine box covers fitted with adequate closure devices.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 26 April 2021
Resolved
Valves for removing water or impurities from diesel fuel in water traps or strainers are permitted. These valves must be provided with caps or plugs to prevent fuel leakage. Flame shield bowls for port engine, stbd engine are fitted with drain valves without caps or plugs to prevent fuel leakage.
46 CFR 182.458(b)(9)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 May 2021
Resolved 6 May 2021
Resolution: Caps installed on fuel filter drains.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 26 April 2021
Resolved
A person in command of a documented vessel must have on board that vessel the original Certificate of Documentation currently in effect for that vessel. The current original Certificate of Documentation is not on board the vessel.
46 CFR 67.313
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 May 2021
Resolved 13 May 2021
Resolution: Oringal COD confirmed back on vessel.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 26 April 2021
Resolved
The installation and location of portable fire extinguishers must be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspections. 4-A:60-B:C portable fire extinguisher in accommodation space mounted with simple hanging hook instead of mount suitably braced for marine environment.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 May 2021
Resolved 6 May 2021
Resolution: Portable extinguisher mounted with satisfactory marine type mount.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 26 April 2021
Resolved
A storage cylinder must be securely fastened, supported, and protected against damage. Compartment divider for port CO2 storage cylinder missing, allowing stored gear and tools in undivided compartment to potentially damage the cylinders.
46 CFR 181.410(c)(4)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 May 2021
Resolved 6 May 2021
Resolution: CO2 storage divider reinstalled, separating CO2 tank from gear storage area.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 26 April 2021
Resolved
A power-driven vessel underway shall exhibit side lights. Port and starboard navigation light lens were clouded, reducing brightness.
46 CFR 183.420
33 CFR 83.23(a)(i)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 May 2021
Resolved 6 May 2021
Resolution: Side light lens renewed.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire alarm
Issued 27 June 2019
Resolved
Stbd Fire Detection not operating properly. Repair/Replace and prove proper operation to satisfaction of USCG Marine Inspector.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 27 June 2019
Resolved 27 June 2019
Resolution: Recieved via text proof that the above item was operating properly.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 27 June 2019
Resolved
Stbd bilge pump in engine compartment not operating in auto mode. Repair/Replace.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 27 June 2019
Resolved 27 June 2019
Resolution: Recieved via text proof that the above item was operating properly.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 27 June 2019
Resolved
Life ring buoy float light not operating properly. Repair/Replace.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 27 June 2019
Resolved 27 June 2019
Resolution: Recieved via text proof that the above item was operating properly.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Scuppers, inlets and discharges
Issued 29 November 2018
Resolved
Prove proper operation of 2" ball valve through hull fitting in starboard engine space.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 11 February 2019
Resolution: New ball valve installed in starboard engine space.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 20 June 2018
Resolved
Provide proof of valid Drug consortium enrollment
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 6 July 2018
Resolved 16 July 2018
Resolution: Verified proof of valid Drug consortium enrollment
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 20 June 2018
Resolved
Provide proof of updated Coast Pilot and Light List nautical publications
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 6 July 2018
Resolved 16 July 2018
Resolution: Verified proof of updated Coast Pilot and Light List nautical publications
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 20 June 2018
Resolved
Provide proof of valid FCC station License onboard the vessel (note: new call sign# was issued to the vessel)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 6 July 2018
Resolved 16 July 2018
Resolution: Verified proof of valid FCC station License onboard the vessel (note: updated COI to reflect the new call sign# that was issued to the vessel)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 20 June 2018
Resolved
Repair or replace both antenna mounting brackets
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 6 July 2018
Resolved 16 July 2018
Resolution: Verified proper repairs to both antenna mounting brackets
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 20 June 2018
Resolved
Repair or replace discrepant and missing sections of structural fire protection for both engine boxes
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 6 July 2018
Resolved 16 July 2018
Resolution: Verified proper repairs to identified sections of structural fire protection for both engine boxes
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 20 June 2018
Resolved
Repair or replace the starboard shaft packing. Note: Shaft packing has a one-drip per second ratio when not underload (drip increases when engine is underload).
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 6 July 2018
Resolved 16 July 2018
Resolution: Verified repairs to the starboard shaft packing.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Retroreflective Material
Issued 13 April 2017
Resolved
Replace retroreflective tape on lifefloat.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 April 2017
Resolved 14 April 2017
Resolution: Retroreflective tape was replaced.
Lifesaving › Hand Flares › Quantity
Issued 13 April 2017
Resolved
Did not have proper amount of flares.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 April 2017
Resolved 20 April 2017
Resolution: Obtained proper amount of flares.
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Bilge Alarm
Issued 13 April 2017
Resolved
Repair/replace high water bilge alarm.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 13 April 2017
Resolved 14 April 2017
Resolution: Alarm was replaced.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 13 April 2017
Resolved
Repair ring life buoy IAW manufacturer's recommendations.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 April 2017
Resolved 14 April 2017
Resolution: Vessel operator provided documentation showing purchase of proper repair kit. ([name withheld])
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 13 April 2017
Resolved
Repair/replace anchor light.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 April 2017
Resolved 14 April 2017
Resolution: Anchor light was replaced and operational.
Engineering › Shafting/Propeller Arrangements › Propeller Shaft
Issued 13 April 2017
Resolved
Repair port/starboard shaft seals to mitigate water leak.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 13 April 2017
Resolved 14 April 2017
Resolution: Shaft seals were repaired and water leak was minimal.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Medical/First Aid › Medicine Chest
Issued 13 April 2017
Resolved
Replace expired items in first aid kit.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 April 2017
Resolved 14 April 2017
Resolution: Items were replaced.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › FCC Safety Radiotelephony Certificate
Issued 13 April 2017
Resolved
Certificate on board did not have call sign. Obtain certificate with current call sign.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 May 2017
Resolved 14 July 2020
Resolution: All certs were valid.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Documentation (CG-1270)
Issued 8 April 2016
Resolved
Unable to provide current COD onboard vessel
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 12 April 2016
Resolution: Received copy of COD via email.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Proof of Enrollment
Issued 8 April 2016
Resolved
Unable to provide current enrollment in consortium for chemical testing.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 12 April 2016
Resolution: Received confirmation of enrollement via email.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion/auxiliary-electric) › Governor
Issued 8 April 2016
Resolved
During underway sea trials, the Captian put STBD engine to astern propulsion and engine stalled. Captian stated that he has had issues with the engine when idling. Vessel to provide mechanics report that engine is operating within spec from manufacturer.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 12 April 2016
Resolution: Received technicians report.