CHAMPION III

The company and the ship shall comply with the requirements of the International Safety Management Code. For the purpose of this regulation the requirements of the Code shall be treated as mandatory. The company should establish procedures to ensure that the ship is maintained in accordance with the provisions of the relevant rules and regulations established by the company. The company and the ship shall comply with the requirements of the International Safety Management Code… In meeting these requirements, the company should ensure that: any non-conformity is reported, with its possible cause, if known. Upon boarding the vessel, PSCOs were notified by the crew that the forward cargo loading/unloading ramp was broken, and it was found to be inoperable by the crew at approximately 0800 of 31MAR2024 and PSCOs were notified at 1500 on 31MAR2024. When asked what the non-conformity reporting procedures were – no crew members knew what measures to take per the vessel’s safety management system (SMS). Subsequently, the crew was unable to produce the vessel’s SMS in its entirety. The company should ensure that the master is: ... fully conversant with the company’s safety management system (SMS). The master articulated to the PSCOs that he was unfamiliar with the vessel’s SMS and he was unable to access an electronic or hard copy of the SMS. The technical and/or operational nature of the deficiencies noted below provide objective evidence of a serious failure of the implementation of the ISM Code. An external ISM audit report, satisfactory to the Coast Guard, must be submitted prior to clearance of this deficiency. 74 SOLAS (20) IX/3.1 ISM Code A 10.1 10.2.2 6.1.2

Failure of seafarers to hold a certificate, to have an appropriate certificate, to have a valid dispensation or to provide documentary proof that an application for an endorsement has been submitted to the Administration in accordance with regulation I/10, paragraph 5. Vessel’s second engineer does not have a Flag State endorsement, with no proof of application for one. STCW Reg I/4 2.1

Failure of seafarers to hold a certificate, to have an appropriate certificate, to have a valid dispensation or to provide documentary proof that an application for an endorsement has been submitted to the Administration in accordance with regulation I/10, paragraph 5. The Captain does not have a GMDSS Radio Operator Certificate of Competency. STCW Reg I/4 2.1

Every crew member with assigned emergency duties shall be familiar with these duties before the voyage begins. During the fire drill, while referencing the vessel’s muster list, PSCOs observed multiple crew members did not have knowledge of their emergency duties. For example, crew members could not internally find their fighting equipment such as SCBA. Additionally, during the abandon ship drill, multiple crew members did not know what items they were required to bring to the muster location. 74SOLAS(20) III/19.2.1

An embarkation ladder complying with the requirements of ... shall be provided at each embarkation station or at every two adjacent embarkation stations for survival craft launched down the side of the ship. Vessel’s crew reported to the PSCO that in the event of an abandon ship, they jump off the ship into the water near the life raft after it is inflated. The instructions posted on the bulkhead in the nearby vicinity of the life raft area directed personnel to use a ladder to embark the life raft. The crew was not aware that the instructions referenced using a ladder nor could they locate the embarkation ladder. 74SOLAS(20) III/11.7

The main steering gear and rudder stock shall be: Capable of putting the rudder over from 35° on one side to 35° on the other side with the ship at its deepest seagoing draught... The vessel is fitted with two rudders, with only one angle indicator present in the steering gear space. This rudder angle indicator is not capable of moving to a position greater than approximately 28° in either direction. 74SOLAS(04) II-1/29.3.2

Nautical charts and nautical publications, such as sailing directions, lists of lights, notices to mariners, tide tables and all other nautical publications necessary for the intended voyage, shall be adequate and up to date. The charts onboard are not updated with the most up-to-date chart corrections (chart corrections have not been updated since 2022). PSCOs questioned the crew about how they perform updates to the charts. PSCOs were advised that it is the 2nd Officer’s responsibility to carry out these corrections. The 2nd officer was not aware of “Notice to Mariners” nor how to perform the needed chart corrections. 74SOLAS(20) V/27

Fire hoses shall be of non-perishable material approved by the Administration and shall be sufficient in length to project a jet of water to any of the spaces in which they may be required to be used. Upon testing of the main and emergency fire pump, the fire hose on the port side, second deck, ruptured during operation. 74SOLAS(20) II-2/10.2.3.1.1

The electrical power available shall be sufficient to supply all those services that are essential for safety in an emergency, ... . The emergency source of electrical power shall be capable, ... , of supplying simultaneously at least the following services for the periods specified hereinafter. C/E stated that emergency generator was only capable of providing power to the GMDSS batteries and that the ship did not have any other reserve source of electrical power. C/E attested that the emergency source of power does not meet the on-load power supply requirements set forth in regulation 43. 74SOLAS(20) II-1/43.2

Two spare charges shall be provided for each required breathing apparatus. PSCOs observed only 01 spare charge for the required breathing apparatuses onboard. 74SOLAS(20) II-2/10.10.2.5

Before the ship leaves and at all times during the voyage, all life-saving appliances shall be in working order and ready for immediate use. PSCO’s observed an inoperable lifebuoy light filled with water on the starboard side of the vessel. 74SOLAS(20) III/20.2

Maintenance, testing and inspections shall be carried out based on the guidelines developed by the Organization and in a manner having due regard to ensuring the reliability of fire-fighting systems and appliances. PSCOs observed that all portable extinguishers onboard the vessel had not been inspected in accordance with MSC.1/Circ.1432 for the month of March. 74SOLAS(20) II-2/14.2.2.1

A satellite emergency position-indicating radio beacon ... shall be: capable of floating free if the ship sinks... PSCOs found a discrepancy with the port side EPIRB hydrostatic release. The hydrostatic release is dated to expire Oct2026. The hydrostatic device itself also states, “dispose after two years from install date.” The marked expiration date exceeds the manufacturer’s recommendation. 74SOLAS(20) IV-7.1.6.4

Efficient guard rails or bulwarks shall be fitted to all exposed parts of the freeboard and superstructure decks. PSCO observed a broken guard rail near the rescue boat. ICLL 66 Reg. 25.2

All cargoes, other than solid and liquid bulk cargoes, cargo units and cargo transport units, shall be loaded, stowed and secured throughout the voyage in accordance with the Cargo Securing Manual approved by the Administration. … The Cargo Securing Manual shall be drawn up to a standard at least equivalent to relevant guidelines developed by the Organization. Vessel’s crew could not produce the Cargo Securing Manual. 74SOLAS(20) VI/5.6

Every oil tanker of 150 gross tonnage and above and every ship other than an oil tanker of 400 gross tonnage and above shall carry on board a Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan approved by the Administration. Vessel’s crew could not produce the Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan. MARPOL I/37.1

The vessel owner or operator must ensure they maintain one English language copy of the VRP... onboard the vessel. Vessel’s crew could not produce a paper nor electronic copy of the Vessel Response Plan onboard. 33 CFR 155.5030(g)(1)

The transfer procedures required by 33 CFR 155.720 must be: Available for inspection by the COTP or OCMI whenever the vessel is in operation. Vessel did not have transfer procedures onboard. 33 CFR 155.720(a)

The bunker delivery note shall be kept onboard the ship...It shall be retained for a period of 3 years after the fuel oil has been delivered onboard. PSCO only observed bunker delivery notes dating back to 2022. MARPOL VI/18.6

The garbage record book along with the receipts obtained from reception facilities shall be kept onboard the ship or the fixed floating platform, and in such a place to readily available for inspection at all reasonable times. Vessel’s crew was unable to produce any garbage receipts. MARPOL V/10.3.5

The master of the ship shall be supplied with such reliable information as is necessary to enable him by rapid and simple processes to obtain accurate guidance as to the stability of the ship under varying conditions of service. This information shall include: ... The master of the ship shall be supplied with such reliable information as is necessary to enable him by rapid and simple processes to obtain accurate guidance as to the stability of the ship under varying conditions of service. The Master of the vessel advised PSCOs that he was not aware of the vessel having a stability booklet and also communicated he would not be able to do stability calculations if needed. 74SOLAS(04) II-1/25-8.1

The deck line is a horizontal line 300mm in length and 25mm in in breadth. It shall be marked amidships on each side of the ship... PSCO’s observed that the deck line on the starboard side of the vessel was missing. ICLL 66 Reg. 4

All ships of 300 gross tonnage and upwards... and passenger ships irrespective of size shall be fitted with: An echosounding device, or other electronic means, to measure and display the available depth of water. PSCO’s observed that the echo depth sounder was inoperable. 74SOLAS(20) V/19.2.3.1

...Fire hoses shall have a length of at least 10m, but not more than: 15m in machinery spaces. PSCO’s observed 02 fire hoses in the engine room that were 30 meters in length. 74SOLAS(20) II-2/10.2.3.1.1.1

Except as provided in paragraphs (b) and (c) of this section no person may cause a vessel to enter into or get underway on the navigable waters of the United States unless no more than 12 hours before entering or getting underway, the following equipment has been tested ... The vessel had pre-arrival checks written in the logbook, however, when questioned about the log entries, the ship’s Navigation Officer and Master had no idea what the entries in the logbook meant and did not know where to find the vessel's procedures for pre-arrival checks. 33 CFR 164.25(a)

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. 74SOLAS(20) I/11(a)

The company and the ship shall comply with the requirements of the International Safety Management Code. For the purpose of this regulation the requirements of the code shall be treated as mandatory. The company should establish procedures to ensure that the ship is maintained in accordance with the provisions of the relevant rules and regulations established by the company. The technical and/or operational nature of the deficiencies noted below provide objective evidence of a serious failure of the implementation of the ISM Code. An external ISM audit report, satisfactory to the Coast Guard, must be submitted prior to clearance of this deficiency and departure. 74 SOLAS (20) IX/3.1 ISM CODE PART A/10.1

Every life raft shall be stowed with its painter permanently attached to the ship. PSCOs observed all four life rafts stowed with the painters improperly attached to the ship. The painters were secured to the anchor point with a hitch clove knot verses following manufacturer’s instructions of using a shackle. 74 SOLAS (20) III/13.4.1

Rescue boats shall be stowed: in a position suitable for launching and recovery. PSCOs observed the rescue boat quick release hook improperly attached to the rescue boat lifting bridle, crimping and damaging the wire rope. 74 SOLAS (20) III/14.2

The arrangement of the bilge and ballast pumping system shall be such as to prevent the possibility of water passing from the sea and from water ballast spaces into the cargo and machinery spaces, or from one compartment to another. PSCOs observed a 2” hole on the starboard side ballast air vent. 74 SOLAS (20) II-1/21.1.4

The means for securing these doors weathertight shall consist of gaskets and clamping devices or other equivalent means and shall be permanently attached to the bulkhead or to the doors themselves... PSCOs observed weathertight doors leading into aft compartments located above the port and starboard engine rooms with missing gaskets. ICLL 66 ANNEX 1/ REG 1

On all ships, within the machinery spaces, emergency escape devices shall be situated ready for use at easily visible spaces, which can be reached quickly and easily at any time in the event of fire... 74 SOLAS (20) II-2/Reg 13.4.3.1

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 onboard. PSCOs observed the only bilge alarm in the machinery space to be inoperable. 74 SOLAS (04) I/11

Not less than 12 rocket parachute flares, complying with the requirements of section 3.1 of the Code, shall be carried and be stowed on or near the navigation bridge. PSCOs observed 0 parachute flares on the navigation bridge, vessel was carrying all hand flares 74 SOLAS (20) III/6.3

A fixed fire detection and fire alarm system shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of this regulation. PSCOs observed 2 out of 3 smoke detectors tests in the Engine room failed to alarm. 74 SOLAS (20) II-2/7.2.2.1

Electrical installations shall be such that: the safety of ... crew and ship from electrical hazards will be ensured. PSCOs observed exposed electrical wiring associated with both the port and starboard control steering modules. 74 SOLAS (04) II-1/40.1.3

A line-throwing appliance complying with the requirements of section 7.1 of the Code shall be provided. Every line-throwing appliance shall include not less than four projectiles. PSCOs observed only three line-throwing appliances. Vessel is missing one line-throwing appliance. 74 SOLAS (20) III/18 LSA CODE 7.1

The following maneuvering information prominently displayed on a fact sheet in the wheelhouse: At the bottom of the fact sheet, the following statement: “warning” The response of the (name of the vessel) may be different from that listed above if any of the following conditions, upon which the maneuvering information is based, are varied: (1) Calm weather—wind 10 knots or less, calm sea; (2) No current; (3) Water depth twice the vessel's draft or greater; (4) Clean hull; and (5) Intermediate drafts or unusual trim. PSCOs observed the lack of the proper warning label located on the maneuvering fact sheet posted in the wheelhouse. 33 CFR 164.35(g)(7)

A ship, except a ship of less than 26 feet in length, must have a placard of at least 5 x 8 inches, made of durable material fixed in a conspicuous place in each machinery space, or at the bilge and ballast pump control station, stating the following: Discharge of Oil Prohibited……. PSCOs observed Discharge of oil prohibited placard missing in the machinery space. 33 CFR 155.450

Electrical installations shall be such that: the safety of the passengers, crew and ship from electrical hazards will be ensured. PSCOs observed exposed wires in the machinery space control switchboard. 74 SOLAS (04) II-1/40.1.3

The angular position of the rudder shall: be recognizable in the steering gear compartment. PSCOs observed engine steering gear room did not have a rudder angle indicator. 74 SOLAS (04) II-1/29.11.2

All ships 150 gross tonnage and upwards ... shall ... be fitted with a daylight signaling lamp using an energy source of electrical power not solely dependent upon the ships power supply. Ship was not supplied with a daylight signaling lamp complying with the regulations. PSCOs observed the lack of an alternative energy source for the daylight signaling lamp. 74 SOLAS (20) V/19.2.2.2

Fire protection systems and fire-fighting systems and appliances shall be maintained ready for use. Fixed CO2 for engine room can only be operated mnaually/locally. 74 SOLAS (04) II-2/14.1.1

Emergency source of power is a generator it shall be started automatically. The E-Gen is not fit to start automatically upon failure of the main source of electrical power and does not have a secondary means of starting. 74SOLAS(2004) II-1/43.3.1

The angular position of the rudder shall be recognized in the steering gear compartment. The port side rudder indicator in the steering compartment is missing. 74SOLAS(2004) II-1/29.11

Rescue boats must be stowed in a continuous state of readiness for launching... rescue boat did not have adequate fuel for starting. 74 SOLAS (04) III/4.1

Lifebuoys shall be stowed as to be capable of being rapidly cast loose, and not permanently secured in any way. 74 SOLAS (04) III/7.1.1.2

01-0740 74 SOLAS(14)CHAP II-2 REG. 10.2.2.2 Ships shall be provided with independently driven fire pumps. In cargo ships of 1,000 or more GT at least 02 shall be provided. A coupling broke on the emergency fire pump rendering it inoperable.

02-0715 74 SOLAS (14) II-2 REG. 7.2.1 A fixed detection system shall be provided. Fire detector above Port Main Engine would not alarm during test.

0925-Vessel could not provide proof that Enclosed Space drills were being completed. 74SOLAS(14) III/19.3.3 - 40ac

1020 - Manually operated call points shall be placed effectively to ensure a readily accessible means of notification. Two (2) call points on main deck exterior only give a fault on the bridge panel when activated. 74SOLAS(2014) II-2/7.1.2 40ac

1030 - A low level alarm for each hydraulic fluid reservoir for each hydraulic power operated steering gear audible and visual alarms shall be given on the navigational bridge. Alarm on bridge is continually activated. 74 Solas(2014) II-1/29.12.2 40ac

1499 - Each hydraulic power operated steering gear shall be provided with a fixed storage tank having a capacity to recharge at least one power actuating system. Crew utilizes buckets transported from the engine room to refill. 74 SOLAS (2014) II-1/29.12.3 40ac

0720 - Ships shall be provided with fire hoses, the number and diameter of which shall be to the satisfaction of the administration. Two fire hose stations on port side were unable to be used due to location of cargo. 74 SOLAS (2014) II-2/10.2.3.2.1 10c

9800 - Two means of escape shall be provided from each machinery space. Emergency escape from engine room was blocked by benches. 74 SOLAS (2014)II-2/13.4.2.1 10c

1735 - Ships discharge pipeline for sludge residues shall be fitted with a standard discharge connection. Vessel IOPP Form A states vessel has a standard discharge connection, crew could not prove location. 74/78 MARPOL (2011) I/13 40ac

1720 OIL FILTERING EQUIPTMENT SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ALARM AND AN ARRANGEMENT TO ENSURE THAT ONLY WATER MIXTURE DISCHARGE IS AUTOMATICALLY STOPPED WHEN OIL CONTENT OF THE EFFLUENT EXCEEDS 15 PPM. PSC OFFICER REQUESTED TEST OF ALARM AND ARRANGEMENT TO STOP DISCHARGE OF OILY WATER MIXTURE EXCEEDING 15 PPM. CREW COULD NOT PROVIDE 15 PPM ALARM OR STOP DISCHARGE OF 15 PPM OILY WATER MIXTURE. 40A

0710 PAINT LOCKERS SHALL BE PROTECTED BY A FIRE EXTINGUISHING ARRANGEMENT APPROVED BY THE ADMINISTRATION. PSC OFFICER OBSERVED PAINT BEING STORED IN A CARGO CONTAINER WITHOUT A FIXED FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM. 74 SOLAS CONS 2104 CHAP II-2 REG10 6.3.2 40Ac

2035 FIRE CONTROL PLANS AND BOOKLETS SHALL BE KEPT UP TO DATE. PSC OFFICER NOTICED THE FIRE CONTROL PLAN REFLECTED THE VESSEL'S PREVIOUS NAME AND THE MUSTER LIST HAD NOT BEEN UPDATED SINCE 2015. 74 SOLAS CHAP II-2 REG 15 2.4.1 40Ac