Records from 2017 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 28 August 2025.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Inert gas system
Issued 10 May 2023
Resolved
THE INERT GAS SYSTEM SHALL BE CABABLE OF INERTING EMPTY TANKS AND MAINTAINING THE ATMOSHOPHERE IN CARGO TANKS WITH THE REQUIRED OXYGEN CONTENT. PSCO OBSERVED A FUEL OIL LOW PRESSURE ALARM ON INERT GAS SYSTEM PANEL. CREW COULD NOT PRODUCE THE INERT GAS SYSTEM TO PROVIDE A OXYGEN CONTENT LESS THAN 5%. VESSEL IS CURRENTLY CARRYING CARGO THAT DOES NOT REQUIRE INERTING.
74 SOLAS (20) II-2/4.5.5.3.1.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 15 - Rectify deficiencies by next port
Due 10 May 2023
Resolved 11 May 2023
Resolution: Received class report attesting to repair and proper operation of IGS.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Inert gas system
Issued 10 May 2023
Resolved
INSTRUMENTATION SHALL BE FITTED FOR CONTINOUSLY INDICATING AND PERMANENTLY RECORDING, WHEN INERT GAS IS BEING SUPPLIED: THE OXYGEN CONTENT OF THE INERT GAS. PSCO OBSERVED THE CREW UNABLE TO ACCURATELY CALIBRATE THE OXYGEN ANALYZER FOR THE INERT GAS GENERATOR.
74 SOLAS (20) II-2/5.5.4.1
FSS CODE 15.2.2.4.2.2
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 15 - Rectify deficiencies by next port
Due 10 May 2023
Resolved 11 May 2023
Resolution: Received class report attesting to repair and proper operation of equipment.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 10 May 2023
Resolved
THE CONDITION OF THE SHIP AND ITS EQUIPMENT SHALL BE MAINTAINED TO CONFORM WITH THE PROCISION 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. REFRACTORY BRICK ON INCINERATOR FOUND WASTED.
74 SOLAS (20) I/11A
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 10 June 2023
Resolved 11 May 2023
Resolution: Received class report attesting to repair of refactory.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 10 May 2023
Resolved
THE CONDITION OF THE SHIP AND ITS EQUIPMENT SHALL BE MAINTAINED TO CONFORM WITH THE PROCISION 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…PIPING LEADING INTO SOOT COLLECTION TANK WAS WRAPPED WITH PLASTIC BAGS AND RAGS.
74 SOLAS (20) I/11A
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 10 June 2023
Resolved 11 May 2023
Resolution: Received class report attesting to repair of piping.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 10 May 2023
Resolved
MEANS SHALL BE PROVIDED TO CONTROL LEAKS OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS. MULTIPLE OIL-SOAKED RAGS AND EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATION OF OIL FOUND AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS ON THE MAIN ENGINE.
74 SOLAS (20) II-2/4.1.1
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 10 May 2023
Resolution: CREW REMOVED ALL OIL SOAKED RAGS AND WIPED ALL SURFACES CLEAN.
Deck/Cargo › Vapor Control Systems › Manual Isolation Valve
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-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. PSCO noted valve handles throughout the cargo deck were wasted, missing and inoperable. 74SOLAS(14)I/11
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that inoperable, missing and wasted valve handles were replaced and found fully functional.
Deck/Cargo › Cargo Heating › General
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-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. PSCO noted that the entire steam piping system to include valves and insulation was severely wasted. 74SOLAS(14)I/11
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that steam piping was replaced as necessary on main deck and pressure tested to 1.5 x working pressure.
Deck/Cargo › Inert Gas System › Gas Regulating Valve
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
1899-A gas regulating valve shall be fitted in the inert gas main. This valve shall be automatically controlled to close. PSCO noted that the valve was only able to be manually operated. 74SOLAS(14)II-2/5.5.1.1 FSS Code 15.2.3.1.2.1
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that remote controlled supply valve of IG to deck is fully funtional.
Documentation › Safety Management System › Conformity Maintenance Procedures
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-In addition to fire protection systems and appliances listed in paragraph 2.2.3, tankers shall have a maintenance plan for inert gas systems, deck foam systems and flammable gas detector PSCO noted large portions of the maintenance plans were not being carried out properly. 74SOLAS(14)II-2/14.4
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that maintenance for IG systems, deck foam systems and flammable gas detectors had been carried out and all systems and equipment are operational.
Electrical › Lighting (emergency) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-In tankers, electrical equipment, cables and wiring shall not be installed in hazardous locations unless it conforms with standards not inferior to those acceptable to the organization. PSCO noted that deck lighting throughout the cargo area was in disrepair, lighting fixtures were wasted and falling from mounts, and lights were not properly grounded. 74SOLAS(14)II-1/45.11
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Recevied attestation from class that bonding and mounting of lights were repaired by the crew; bonding wires and light fixtures mounted and installed satisfactory.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
0650-In tankers, electrical equipment, cables and wiring shall not be installed in hazardous locations unless it conforms with standards not inferior to those acceptable to the organization. PSCO noted that the life-buoy self igniting lights on the cargo deck were not intrinsically safe. 74SOLAS(14)II-2/45.11
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that life-buoy lights were replaced with intrinsically safe lights.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Cable
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-Where cables which are installed in hazardous areas introduce the risk of fire or explosion in the event of an electrical fault in such areas, special precautions against such risks shall be taken to the satisfaction of the administration. PSCO noted that the insulation for the tank high level and overflow alarm cables were wasted and worn. 74SOLAS(14)II-1/45.5.4
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that new hoses for high level and overfill alarm cables were installed satisfactory.
Deck/Cargo › Inert Gas System › IGG Isolating Valve
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-The inert gas main shall be fitted with branch piping leading to the cargo tank. Branch piping for inert gas shall be fitted with either stop valves or equivalent means of control for isolating each tank. PSCO noted that the 1/S and 1/P IG tank isolating valves and indicators were inoperable due to wastage. 74SOLAS(14)II-2/5.5.1.1 FSS Code 15.2.2.3.2.2
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that IGS isolating vlaves 1S and 1P were replaced.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Metallic Enclosure/Frame
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-Cables and wiring shall be installed and supported in such a manner as to avoid chafing and other damage. PSCO noted numerous missing and wasted cable tray sections throughout the cargo deck. 74SOLAS(14)II-1/45.5.5
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Recieved attestation from class that the wasted parts of cable trays were replaced as necessary on main deck and found satisfactory.
Deck/Cargo › Holds/Tanks › Valve, Pressure Vacuum Relief
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-The venting arrangements shall be so designed and operated as to ensure that neither pressure nor vacuum in cargo shall exceed design parameters. PSCO noted that the 3/P P/V valve would stick and not move freely, and the Stbd Slop P/V valve vacuum side was frozen. 74SOLAS(14)II-2/11.6.1
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that all P/V valves were tested and found moving freely.
Documentation › Manuals/Policy Documentation › Training Manual (lifesaving)
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2055-Every crewmember shall be given instructions which shall include but not necessarily be limited to operation and use of ships inflatable life-rafts. PSCO noted that there was no suitable instruction for operations and use of ships inflatable life-rafts. 74SOLAS(14)III/19.4.2
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that life raft launching instructions were added to onboard familiarization form for deck department.
Electrical › Lighting (service) › Switch
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
1825-All lighting and power circuits terminating in a bunker or cargo space shall be provided with a multiple pole switch outside the space for disconnecting such circuits. PSCO noted that there was no switch for the lighting in the cargo sample room and the SOPEP locker. 74SOLAS(14)II-1/45.8
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that current arrangement is acceptable.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Grounding Conductor
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
0999-Accept as permitted by the Administration in exceptional circumstances all metal sheaths and armour of cables should be electrically continuous and shall be earthed. PSCO noted that the electrical trunk running on the cargo deck was not electrically continuous or earthed. 74SOLAS(14)II-1/45.5.1
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that electrical trunk running on deck was found with satisfactory bonding.
Deck/Cargo › Holds/Tanks › Portable Gas Measuring Equipment
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
1135-Vapor detection instruments may be portable or fixed if a fixed system is installed, at least one portable instrument shall be provided. PSCO noted the vessel had no toxic detection tubes for the portable vapor detection instrument. 74SOLAS(14)VII/10.1 IBC Code 13.2.2
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that toxic detection tubes for portable vapor detection were found onboard.
Deck/Cargo › Cargo Condition › Bulk Liquid
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
1135-The stowage space shall be cell divided in order to avoid shifting of the bottles at sea, made of a material fully resistant to the different liquids intended to be stowed and equipped with adequate ventilation arrangements. PSCO noted that the samples within the sample locker were not properly stowed. 74SOLAS(14)VII/10.1 IBC Code 16.5.2
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Recevied attestation from class that cargo samples were found properly stowed.
Deck/Cargo › Holds/Tanks › Flame Arrester
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-The venting systems shall be provided with devices to prevent the passage of flame into the cargo tanks. PSCO noted that flame screen on the P/V breaker is covered in paint. 74SOLAS(14)II-2/4.5.3.3
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that flame screen on P/V breaker was renewed.
Deck/Cargo › Holds/Tanks › Ullage
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-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. PSCO noted that the covers for the viewing glass for the tank gauging were frozen. 74SOLAS(14)I/11
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that viewing glass covers were free moving.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Air Pipe
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-Wear air pipes to Ballast and other tanks extend above the freeboard or superstructure deck, the exposed parts of the pipes shall be of substantial construction. PSCO noted that the sounding tube to the stern WBT had a hole in it. ICLL66/20
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that sounding tube was repaired and found satisfactory.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Ventilators
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-Accept as provided in paragraph 3 of this regulation, ventilator openings shall be provided with weather tight closing appliances. PSCO noted that vents had wasted and worn gaskets and would not seal properly. ICLL66/19.4
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Recevied attestation from class that vents were repaired and satisfactory.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Superstructure
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
1299-Efficient guardrails or bulwarks shall be fitted to all exposed parts of the freeboard and superstructure. PSCO noted that the guardrail on the stern of the ship was severely dented. ICLL66/25.2
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that guard rail on stern of ship was found repaired.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Manhole
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-The construction and the means for securing the weather tightness of cargo and other hatchways in position 1 and 2 shall be at least equivalent to the requirements of regulations 15 and 16 of this annex. PSCO noted that the dogs for the tank access to 2/P were frozen, preventing the tank from properly closing. ICLL66/14.1
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received report from class attesting to dogs of tank access to 2P were found free, and dogs of tank accesses of other tanks were checked in random and found free.
Deck/Cargo › Cargo Transfer/Lightering (liquid) › Cargo Manifold
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-A readout for each remote thermometer required by this section must be at the point where cargo transfer is controlled. PSCO noted that 11 temperature gauges at the cargo manifold were inoperable. 46CFR153.440(b) 74SOLAS(14)VII/10.1 IBC Code 7.1.5
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that temperature guages at the cargo manifold were replaced.
Deck/Cargo › Vapor Control Systems › Vessel Vapor Overpressure/Vacuum Protection
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-Each tankship with a vapor collection system must be fitted with a pressure-sensing device, located as close as practicable to the vessel vapor connection, that measures the pressure in the main vapor collection line. PSCO noted that the pressure guages on the aft port and starboard forward vapor lines at the manifold were not installed. 46CFR39.2013
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that all pressure guages were found installed on all Vapor lines.
Deck/Cargo › Cargo Transfer/Lightering (liquid) › Cargo Manifold
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
2550-Each cargo piping system must be marked with the designation number of the cargo tank it serves at each hose connection, valve, and blind in the piping system the markings must be in characters at least 5cm high. PSCO noted that cargo piping is not marked. 46CFR153.294
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that cargo piping was marked by the crew and found satisfactory.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Guards for Exposed Hazards
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
0999-Cylinders must always be secured and when not in use they must be stowed in a rack in an upright position with a valve protection cap in place. PSCO noted that the nitrogen bottles for the IG system were not properly secured. 46CFR147.60
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that nitrogen cylinders were found properly stowed and with protective caps in place.
Operations/Management › Vessel Safety Management › Maintenance of Ship/Equipment
Issued 27 July 2017
Resolved
2500: The flag ADMIN, or RO at request of flag ADMIN shall periodically verify the proper functioning of the safety management system. Found Numerous discrepancies that indicate a breakdown of the safety management system. COTP recommends flag ADMIN perform ISM audit to include all cargo systems. COC will not be issued prior to rectification. 74SOLAS(14)IX/5 ISM14
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received documentation from class attesting to internal audit, findings and actions to prevent future issues.
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Oily Mixture Discharge Fixed Piping System
Issued 27 July 2017
Resolved
1730: Oil Tanker 150 GT & above must be equipped w/oil discharge & monitoring systems approved by the flag ADMIN. PSCO noted ODME not fully operational. Technician unable to rectify. MARPOL I/31.1
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that ODME motherboard was replaced and tested in good order.
Deck/Cargo › Inert Gas System › Inert Gas Generator (IGG)
Issued 27 July 2017
Resolved
1870: Condition of ship and equipment shall be maintained to conform w/provision of present regulation to ensure ship in all respect remains fit to proceed to sea w/out danger to ship or crew. IGG system doesn't function in Automatic mode. Crew installed temp jumper line to cross connect systems permanently(IG to Gas Free). SOLAS(14) I/11
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that IG system automatic controls were repaired and IG system was tested by manufacturer's service agent and found satisfactory.
Deck/Cargo › Holds/Tanks › Tank Pressure Monitoring Device
Issued 27 July 2017
Resolved
0999: Pressure sensors may be fitted to each tank protected by the arrangement required in para 6.1.2, with a monitoring system in the ship's cargo control room. PSCO noted pressure sensor in #4S tank is not operational. 72SOLAS(14) II-2/11.6.3.2
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Receieved attestation from class that cargo tank 4S pressure sensor was replaced and tested satisfactory.
Deck/Cargo › Vapor Control Systems › Piping/Hoses
Issued 27 July 2017
Resolved
0999: The Vapor Collection system must have a mechanism to eliminate liquid condensation to draining of collected liquid at low point. PSCO noted VSSL cannot drain condensate due to wasted valves. 46CFR39.2001
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Receieved attestation from class that wasted drain valves were replaced as original and functionally tested satisfactory.
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Gasket
Issued 27 July 2017
Resolved
0999: Condition of ship and equipment shall be maintained to conform w/provision of present regulation to ensure ship in all respect remains fit to proceed to sea w/out danger to ship or crew. PSCO noted ballast tank pressed up to maximum and leaking around cover, also allowing for the ingress of water. 74 SOLAS(14) I/11
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that ballast tank accesses were repaired and hydrostatically tested and found in satisfactory condition.
Pollution Prevention/Response › Response Equipment › Protective Clothing
Issued 27 July 2017
Resolved
0900: Eyewash and Shower stations shall be available on deck in convinient locations. PSCO noted eyewash station midships did not supply adequate pressure for intended use and foot pedal did not operate. MARPOL II/7, IBC 14.3.4
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that water pressure for the main deck eye wash was verified and eye wash is fully functional.
Deck/Cargo › Cargo Transfer/Lightering (liquid) › Electric Bonding
Issued 27 July 2017
Resolved
0999: Condition of ship and equipment shall be maintained to conform w/provision of present regulation to ensure ship in all respect remains fit to proceed to sea w/out danger to ship or crew. PSCO noted cargo piping bonding is deteriorated or missing throughout. 74SOLAS(14) I/11
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Received attestation from class that all the cargo piping was tested for continuity and bonding re-installed/repaired as needed to the satisfaction of the attending surveyor.
Documentation › Manuals/Policy Documentation › Transfer Procedures
Issued 27 July 2017
Resolved
1700: Ships w/capacity of 250BBLs or more of oil shall provide transfer precedures that meet the requirements of this part. PSCO noted vssls xfer procedures did not meet standards and educated master. 33CFR155.720
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 14 April 2019
Resolution: Receieved attestation from class that procedures for cargo transferring have been updated IAW 33 CFR 155.750 (d).