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System design and installation must be in accordance with the Marine Design, Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual approved for the system by the Commandant. Annual inspection report shows that time delays for FM-200 released at 27 seconds which is outside the acceptable range per the manufacturers manual. Retest time delays or replace as necessary. 46 CFR 181.410(a)(3)

The master shall conduct sufficient drills and give sufficient instructions to make sure that all crew members are familiar with their duties during emergencies that necessitate abandoning ship or the recovery of persons who have fallen overboard. Vessel's crew could not perform Man Overboard Drill with current configuration of rescue equipment and/or crew compliment. Once deficiency has been identified and corrected, perform successful MOB in the presence of CG MI. 46 CFR 185.520 (a)

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 machinery, fuel, and piping systems, including operational test of the means provided for pumping bilges. While inspecting STBD lazarette bilge system piping, MI's discovered the discharge piping was disconnected. Vessel corrected on the spot.

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 designed limitations. Prior to carrying passengers, provide a causal-analysis report identifying the contributing factors that led to the loss propulsion in the port engine, as well as a report from an attending technician certifying that any necessary repairs have been satisfactorily completed as well as complete and underway sea trial. 46 CFR 182.200

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 a constant marine load. Vessel report a loss of propulsion due to port side engine being rendered inoperable causing an undue risk to the port of New York. In order to clear this deficiency the following actions must be carried out: 1. Provide a causal analysis report on the loss of propulsion and provide a repair proposal. 2. Post-approval of repair proposal and upon completion of repairs, provide USCG a tech report delineating all repairs and pier side propulsion test satisfactory. 4. Vessel must undergo an underway sea trial to the satisfaction of an attending marine inspector prior to carrying passengers.

Fuel shutoff valve must be operable from ourside the compartment in which the valve is located. Emergency fuel shut off valve does not completely close.

Port Bow rub rail, crack on the underside support.Submit repair proposal.

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 designed limitations. Submit causal analysis report/tech report for review. Vessel is restricted from carrying passengers pending repair report and sea trials to the satisfaction of attending/reviewing marine inspectors.

Vessel was previously endorsed having demonstrated satisfactory maneuverability and is capable of safely recovering a person from the water directly from the vessel in lieu of meeting the rescue boat requirements (46 CFR 180.210(a)(1)). Due to the freeboard of the vessel and the existing arrangements, the crew had extreme difficulty recovering a helpless person from the water. Vessel must provide acceptable means of man overboard recovery.

The B-II portable fire extinguisher located at the concession stand is difficult to find if not familiar with its location. Extinguishers must be located so that are clearly visible from the space being protected (46 CFR 181.520). Provide signage that will better identify location this extinguisher.

Vessel sustained damage after backing into a pier and moored boats aft off the vessel. Damage is port side aft at the transom and port side corner. Several corner brackets are tripped and sides shell stiffeners bent. The hull does not appear to be breached. A repair proposal must be submitted and approved to the OCMI prior to repairs being conducted. Once approved repairs shall be made and witnessed by a CG Marine Inspector.

Provide causal analyses and corrective action for repairs on port engine following ECU (Engine Control Unit) shutdown. All items shall be to the satisfaction of a CG Marine Inspector.

Oil and oily water was found in both bilges. Bilges shall be free and clear of oil and water. All items shall be to the satisfaction of a CG Marine Inspector.

Raw water pump seal is leaking oil on the port engine. Repairs shall be made. All items shall be to the satisfaction of a CG Marine Inspector.

Satisfactorily address all comments listed in MSC’s memorandum to Sector Mobile, dated March 27, 2017, Serial E2-1700949.

Conduct new to zone inspection prior to operating to determine zone specific operational constraints and route limitations.

Prove proper operation of the installed Magna Lock system to include when power failure occurs, the system is de-energized, allowing all doors to open.