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Bulkheads at exposed ends of enclosed superstructures shall be sufficient const4ruction and shall be to the satisfaction of the administration. PSCO observed significant damage to the bow stem of the vessel as a result of a head on collision. Significant damage was sighted in the bosun hole including hole in bow. ICLL Annex I Reg 11 60ac

The administration shall satisfy itself that the general structural strength is sufficient for the draft corresponding to the freeboard assigned. PSCO observed starboard railing missing and buckling on the deck. ICLL Annex I Reg 1 60ac 60 ac

To assist the casualty of investigations ships when engaged on international voyages subject to the provisions of regulation 1.4 shall be fitted with a voyage data recorder as follows: ships other than passenger ships of 3000 gross tonnage and upwards constructed on or after 1July2002. PSCO observed FCC code 106, could not record data. 74 SOLAS 2020 V/20.1.4 60ac

In addition to the requirements contained elsewhere in the present regulations, ships shall be designed, constructed, and manufactured in compliance with the structural, mechanical, and electrical requirements of a classification society which is recognized by the administration. PSCO observed starboard anchor with bent shank and fluke 74 SOLAS 20 II-1/3-1 17ac

07114-Each emergency generating set arranged to be automatically started shall be equipped with starting devices approved by the Administration with a stored energy capability of at least three consecutive starts. A second source of energy shall be provided for an additional three starts within 30 minutes unless manual starting can be demonstrated effective. Emergency generator is missing batteries labeled #1 and therefore is not provided with a second source of energy for starting. 74 SOLAS (2014) II-1/44.2 60ac

04103-In multi-engine installations which are supplied from the same fuel source, means of isolating the fuel supply and spill piping to individual engines shall be provided. The means of isolation shall not affect the operation of the other engines and shall be operable from a position not rendered inaccessible by a fire on any of the engines. Each quick closing fuel valve for the auxiliary engines was rendered not operational due to the valve mechanism being tied with cloth by the crew. Crew removed cloth and installed correct pins. 74 SOLAS (2014) II-2/4.2.2.5.5 10c

The Company should establish procedures, plans and instructions, including checklists as appropriate, for key shipboard operations concerning the safety of personnel, ship and protection of the environment. The various tasks should be defined and assigned to qualified personnel. Objective evidence found during an expanded ISM exam revealed that the vessel’s crew failed to follow the ship's SMS procedures with regard to fire-fighting procedures (SMS Section 10.1.1) and navigation safety (SMS Section 6). The crew failed two fire drills because they were not familiar with their duties, required fire-fighting equipment, and vessel fire-fighting procedures. Additionally, the crew failed to ensure that all ECDIS charts on board are corrected/up-to-date in accordance with SMS procedures. It is recommended that an external third party audit of the SMS be conducted with regard to deficiencies no. 3 and no.4 (ISM Code 7)

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A ship when in a port of another Contracting Government is subject to control by officers duly authorized by such Government concerning operational requirements in respect of the safety of the ships, when there are clear grounds for believing that the master or crew are not familiar with essential shipboard procedures relating to the safety of ships. The vessel’s crew failed two fire drills because they were not familiar with their duties, required fire-fighting equipment, and vessel fire-fighting procedures. (74 SOLAS (14) XI-1/4.1)

Nautical charts and all other nautical publications necessary for the intended voyage shall be adequate and up to date. The vessel’s ECDIS charts (primary means of navigation) were not up to date during their inbound transit and remain in the same condition. (74 SOLAS (14) V/27)

Each liferaft or group of liferafts shall be stowed with a float-free arrangement complying with the requirements or paragraph 4.1.6 of the Code so that each floats from and, if inflatable, inflates automatically when the ship sinks. The weak link for the hydrostatic release for the starboard side liferaft is disconnected due to corrosion on the liferaft cradle which compromises the approved float-free arrangement. (74 SOLAS (14) III/13.4.2)

Before the ship leaves port and at all times during the voyage all lifesaving appliances shall be in good working order and ready for immediate use. The port side embarkation ladder is missing several rubber spacers which hold individual steps in place and ensure personnel can safely embark the liferaft during an emergency abandon ship. In addition, the lines holding the rubber spacers in place on the starboard side embarkation ladder are in a severe state of degradation. (74 SOLAS (14) III/20.2)

Sanitary facilities for all members of the crew who do not occupy rooms to which private or semi private facilities are attached, shall be provided one water closet for every eight persons. Two of the three common toilets for 12 rated crew members were inoperable. Additionally, one of the three common showers for the 12 rated crew was inoperable. When asked, the C/O stated the sanitary facilities have been in this condition for at least five months. (ILO-147/PWSA 46 USC 70002)

A fire-fighters outfit shall consist of protective clothing of material to protect the skin from the heat radiating from the fire and from burns and scalding by steam. One fire-fighter's outfit was found with a one inch hold in the jacket. The vessel does not have the required number of fire-fighting outfits. (FSS Code 3.2.1.1.1, 74 SOLAS (09) II-2/10.10.1)

General arrangement plans shall be permanently exhibited for the guidance of the ship’s officers, showing clearly for each deck the control stations, the various fire sections enclosed by “A” class divisions, the sections enclosed by “B” class divisions together with particulars of the fire detection and fire alarm systems, the sprinkler installation, the fire-extinguishing appliances, means of access to different compartments, decks, etc., and the ventilating system, including particulars of the fan control positions, the position of dampers and identification numbers of the ventilating fans serving each section. The vessel’s Fire Control Plan is not up-to-date and is missing information such as the location of the helideck, proper required number and locations of SCBAs, and proper required number and locations of fire-fighter outfits.

Oil filtering equipment referred to in paragraph 2 of this regulation shall comply with paragraph 6 of this regulation. In addition it shall be provided with alarm arrangements to indicate when this level cannot be maintained. The system shall also be provided with arrangements to ensure that any discharge of oily mixtures is automatically stopped when the oil content of the effluent exceeds 15 ppm. The vessel’s Oil Content Meter is inoperable. The Panamanian flag state dispensation letter provided to PSCOs onboard expires August 30, 2019 and would expire before the vessel’s next intended voyage to South Korea. (MARPOL I/14.7)

Means shall be provided to control leaks of flammable liquids. The no. 2 fuel oil purifier is leaking fuel oil as a result of two missing bolts from the flange connection to the sludge drain pipe creating a fire hazard. (74 SOLAS (09) II-2 4.1.1)

9900- Vessel is outfitted with an approved alternative management system (AMS) described in 33 CFR 151.2025(a) (3), but failed to use the AMS while conducting a ballast water exchange prior to entry into US waters. Vessel is prohibited from discharging ballast water in US waters until one of the management requirements in 33 CFR 151.2025 is met.- 33CFR151.2025(a) C.