JAMES HENRY

At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of the hull structure. MI observed cracks in the steering compartment on P/S cleat pedestals, both rudder posts, STBD rudder post frame at the stringer, rudder post transverse frame, and overhead. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. 46CFR176.802(a) 701c

At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspection of electrical equipment and systems, including the inspection of all generators. MI observed no generator electrical output and the distribution panel disconnected. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. 46CFR176.806(e) Prior to generator operation.

Flexible hose designed for use with hose clamps may be installed with two clamps, at both ends of the hose. MI observed generator fuel hose containing only one hose clamp on either end of hose. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. 46CFR182.720(B) 16c

An exposed hazard, such as gears or rotating machinery, must be properly protected by a cover, guard, or rail. MI observed loose cover over dewatering pump. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. 46CFR177.960 16c

Internal combustion engine exhausts, boiler and galley uptakes, and similar sources of ignition must be kept clear of and suitably insulated from combustible material. MI observed lagging missing from turbo on PORT main diesel engine. Repairs affected during inspection. 46CFR177.405(b) 16c

Internal combustion engine exhausts, boiler and galley uptakes, and similar sources of ignition must be kept clear of and suitably insulated from combustible material. MI observed lagging missing from generator exhaust. Repairs affected during inspection. 46CFR177.405(b) 10c

Exhaust gas must not leak from the piping or any connections. The piping must be properly supported by noncombustible hangers or blocks. Vessel's starboard engine has wet exhaust leak, leaking gas and water. Must repair for proper operation to the satisfaction of the Marine inspector. 46 CFR 182.430(b).

Propulsion machinery must be suitable in type and design for propulsion requirements of the hull in which it is installed and capable of operating at constant marine load under such requirements without exceeding its design limitations. Vessel's crank case ventilation tube connection to air intake was broken. Must replace for proper operation to the satisfaction of the Marine inspector. 46 CFR 182.200(a).

Propulsion machinery must be suitable in type and design for propulsion requirements of the hull in which it is installed and capable of operating at constant marine load under such requirements without exceeding its design limitations. Vessels drip-less port shaft seal was excessively leaking. Must replace for proper operation to the satisfaction of the Marine inspector. 46 CFR 182.200(a).

Fuel tanks must be adequately supported and braced to prevent movement. The supports and braces must be insulated from contact with the tanks surfaces with a nonabrasive and nonabsorbent material. Vessels port and starboard fuel tank brackets found fractured. Must repair for proper operation to the satisfaction of the Marine inspector. 46 CFR 182.440(b)(3).

Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions. The MI observed the wiring for all three bilge high level alarms was not properly spliced and protected. 46 CFR 183.200

A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio and Electronic Position Indicating Radio beacon (EPIRB) installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communications Commission, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. The MMSI number was not entered and the GPS was not connected to the installed VHF radio. 46 CFR 184.502

Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery, or equipment that effect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the OCMI. In the steering gear room after bulk head near the top center line has an inset where a 1.5" crack has formed. 46 CFR 176.700(a)

Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery, or equipment that effect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the [name withheld] is a 3" crack on the welding seam for the Port Rudder Post. 46 CFR 176.700(a)

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The Coast Guard will issue a medical certificate to a mariner meeting the medical and physical standards for merchant mariners. Captain did not have a medical certificate. 46 CFR 10.301(a)

Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions. The MI observed the wiring for the starboard engine exhaust cooling water Flow/Temp meter had chaffed through to bare wire. Repair or replace wiring to meet intended purpose. 46 CFR 183.200

Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions. The MI observed the wiring for all three bilge high level alarms was not properly spliced and protected. 46 CFR 183.200

All machinery and equipment must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery failure, and personnel injury. The MI observed the cover to protect from the moving parts of the belts was missing from the generator. Install guard to protect from moving parts. 46 CFR 182.100

All machinery and equipment must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery failure, and personnel injury. The MI observed the cover to protect from moving parts was missing from starboard main engine. Install guard to protect from moving parts. 46 CFR 182.100

The 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 MI observed the Certificate of Documentation was not onboard the vessel. 46 CFR 67.313(a)

Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery, or equipment that effect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the OCMI. The aft most transverse frame on the starboard side separated from a weld, approx. 8”, and had a fracture in the frame approximately 8” to each side of the weld. The vertical frame and top girder on the port side in vicinity of the embarkation deck had broken welds. On the starboard side deck, where the aft most handrail stanchion meets the deck there are 02 separate 4” factures.

Each hatch exposed to the weather must be watertight; except that, the following hatches may be weathertight. The MI observed the hatch opening for the ladder well to the engine space and the lazarette were missing gaskets. 46 CFR 171.124

Each generator must have a nameplate attached to it containing the information required by Article 445 of NFPA 70 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600), and for a generator derated in accordance with paragraph (b)(2) of this section, the derated capacity. The MI observed the generator was missing the data plate. 46 CFR 183.320(d)

A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio and Electronic Position Indicating Radio beacon (EPIRB) installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communications Commission, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. The MMSI number was not entered and the GPS was not connected to the installed VHF radio. 46 CFR 184.502

Pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system must automatically shut down all power ventilation systems and all engines that draw air from within the protected space. The port main engine was disconnected from the pre-engineered fire-fighting system and did not shutdown during an operational test. 46 CFR 181.420(a)(3)

Each generator and motor must be designed for an ambient temperature of 50 °C (122 °F) except that a generator or motor designed for 40 °C (104 °F) may be used in 50 °C (122 °F) ambient locations provided the generator or motor is derated to 80 percent of the full load rating, and the rating or setting of the overcurrent devices is reduced accordingly. The generator onboard is rated for 40 °C and is in a location which exceeds 50 °C. Derate the generator to 80% of the full load rating, provide documentation from the manufacture that the insulation rating on the generator is rated for 50 °C, or replaced the generator with one that is rated is rated for 50°C.

Repairs or alterations to the hull that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant OCMI. Vessel must submit a repair proposal for the STBD side damage and hole in the forepeak side shell plating just forward of the collision bulkhead to the satisfaction of the marine inspector prior to starting repairs.

Repairs or alterations to the hull that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant OCMI. Vessel must submit a repair proposal for the crack in the STBD forepeak side shell to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.

Repairs or alterations to the hull that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant OCMI. Vessel must submit a repair proposal for 02 previously repaired insets in the passenger void on the STBD side shell to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.

Repairs or alterations to the hull that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant OCMI. Vessel must submit a repair proposal for the STBD side passenger void cracked inset as identified in side shell plating to the satisfaction of the marine inspector.

Bow void bilge piping sheared at engine room bulkhead (fwd side). Prior to movement, correct to satisfaction of marine inspector.

Port engine exhaust bellows found to have exhaust leak. Temp repair using high temp tape performed. Within 14 days, complete permanent repairs to satisfaction of marine inspector.

Switchboard found to have open breaker slots. Within 14 days, correct to satisfaction of marine inspector.