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Before the ship leaves port and at all times during the voyage, all life saving appliances shall be in working order. STBD life boat release mechanism is inoperable. 74 SOLAS (20) III/20.2

THE MASTER, OWNER, OPERATOR, AGENT, OR PERSON IN CHARGE OF A VESSEL EQUIPPED WITH BALLAST TANKS THAT OPERATES IN THE WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES MUST EMPLOY ONE OF THE AUTHORIZED BALLAST WATER MANAGEMENT METHODS LISTED 33 CFR 151.2025(a). VESSEL'S BALLAST WATER MANAGEMENY SYSTEM IS INOPERABLE. VESSEL HAS GRANTED AN EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES TO EMPLOY THE BALLAST WATER MANAGEMENT METHOD LISTED IN 33 CFR 151.2025(a)(3) TO CONDUCT CARGO OPERATIONS WHILE IN THE SECTOR NEW ORLEANS COTP ZONE. IN ACCORDANCE WITH 33 CFR 151.2040(b)(3), THE VESSEL MUST DISCHARGE ONLY THAT AMOUNT OF BALLAST WATER OPERATIONALLY NECESSARY TO ENSURE THE SAFETY AND STABILITY OF VESSEL FOR CARGO OPERATIONS. CITE: 33 CFR 151.2025(a)

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The inert gas systems shall be capable of inerting and maintaining the atmosphere in any part of the tank with an oxygen content not exceeding 8% by volume. PSCO observed 02 cargo tanks at 10.5% and 9.8% oxygen containing jet fuel cargo. 74 SOLAS (20) II-2/4.5.5.1.1 , FSS 15.2.2.1.2.1 60ac

Every ship of 100 gross tonnage and above, and every ship which is certified to carry 15 or more persons , and fixed or floating platforms shall carry a Garbage Management Plan which the crew shall follow. Vessel did not have receipts for garbage disposal from Singapore. MARPOL V/10.2 40ac

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 missing valve and loose existing hardware on #2 port inert gas line connection used to inert ballast tanks. 74 SOLAS (20) I/11(a) 16ac

For the protection of crew members who are engaged in loading and discharging operations, the ship shall have on board suitable protective equipment consisting of large aprons, special gloves with long sleeves, suitable footwear, coveralls of chemical-resistant material, and tight-fitting goggles or face shields or both. The protective clothing and equipment shall cover all skin so that no part of the body is unprotected. PSCO observed 02 coveralls of chemical resistant material with holes. 74SOLAS(2020), Reg 10 , IBC Code Ch 14.1.1 16ac

The alarms required in paragraphs 2.2.4.5.1.1, 2.2.4.5.1.3, and 2.2.4.5.1.5 shall be fitted in the machinery space and cargo control room, where provided, but in each case in such a position that they are immediately received by responsible members of the crew. PSCO observed IGS alarm panel in CCR was being bypassed with a paper clip holding down the alarm acknowledgment button which disabled the audible alarm function on the CCR panel. 74 SOLAS (20) II-2/4.5.5.1.1 , FSS 15.2.2.4.5.2 10c

The oil record book shall be kept in such a place as t obe readily available for onspectio at all times and shall be kept on board the ship. The Oil Record Book II was not present for the PSCO to inspect. MARPOL I/36.7

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. Ship's VCS oxygen sensor was found inoperable. 14 SOLAS CH1/II(a)