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A compartment within an open structure is considered open to the weather only when an interior bulkhead of that compartment has an opening or openings that meet the requirements for end bulkheads under paragraphs (d)(2)(i) and (iii) of this section. Other compartments within the structure are not considered open to the weather. There are multiple tonnage plates that are not "in the clear", due to paneling and other carpentry. Vessel needs to modify the internal configuration of the bulkheads, as necessary, to meet the requirement for "open structures", to the satisfaction of the tonnage issuing authority (ABS), or have the vessel remeasured, to account for the current configuration.

Each towing vessel 79 feet or more in length operating on oceans and coastwise routes that does not have an installed fixed fire-extinguishing system must have two self-contained breathing apparatus of the pressure demand, open circuit type, approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), under 42 CFR part 84. 01 SCBA pack has a broken strap and is inoperable.

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 valve must be operable from a safe place outside the space where the valve is installed. Prove to Coast Guard Marine Inspectors the proper operation of fuel shutoff valves, handles of which are located in the fiddley.

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. Forward generator has an exhaust leak.

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. Starboard fuel valve body is leaking.

A fixed fire pump must be capable of delivering water at a flow rate of 80 gpm and 50 psi, and of being energized remotely from a safe place outside the engine room and at the pump. Fixed fire pump does not work to full capacity when activated remotely.

Individuals, who are not crewmembers, on board a towing vessel must receive a safety orientation prior to getting underway. Training should include the location, operation, and use of lifesaving equipment, emergency procedures, methods to notify crewmembers in the event of an emergency, and prevention of falls overboard. Procedures for conducting orientation for individuals that are not crewmembers is missing.

The owner or managing operator must implement a health and safety plan. The health and safety plan must document compliance with this part and include recordkeeping procedures. Annual healthy and safety refresher not completed.

Each towing vessel must have a fire-detection system installed to detect engine room fires. Heat sensor above aft generator was discovered to be hanging out. Vessel rectified on the spot.

Each immersion suit must be fitted with Type I retroreflective material that meets subpart 164.018 of this chapter. Retroreflective tape on immersion suit was falling off and unserviceable. Was replaced prior to leaving the vessel.

Each towing vessel must perform the applicable tests in Table 143.245(b) of this section. Alarm setpoints Twice every 5 years, with no more than 3 years elapsing since last test. Set points to be completed upon return to home port.

Each towing vessel operating in oceans and coastwise service must have a line throwing appliance approved under approval series 160.040. Charge on line throwing device expired in 2022; vessel may not operate on coastwise or oceans route until rectified.

The following systems must be equipped with gauges at the machinery location: (3) auxiliary generator RPM. Auxiliary generators did not have RPM gauges.

Each towing vessel must be equipped with an industrial type first aid cabinet or kit. Eye wash bottles were expired.

The following list of items must be recorded in the TVR, Official logbook: (3) record of drills. Drills have not been recorded since feb 2023

Vessel must have on board a properly installed, operational Coast Guard type-approved AIS class A device. AIS is not functioning properly, provide MSU Port Arthur a copy of technician report attesting to satisfactory operation of the AIS.