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OMO shall be prepared to test the steering systems of the vessel and make them available for inspection to the extent necessary to determine that they are in suitable condition and fit for the service intended. During underway steering test, the vessel's master lost maneuverability. MI's also observed water starboard rudder post in the lazarette in a slow-acting steering ram. Make satisfactory repairs to the attending Marine Inspector.

The vessel was involved in a marine casualty and sustained extensive damage to the hull, resulting in flooding of the engine room and steering compartment. The vessel's structural integrity has been compromised, and the extend of damage raises significant concerns regarding watertight integrity, stability, and safe operation. A comprehensive survey must be conducted and a repair plan be submitted and accepted by the Coast Guard for review. The vessel is restricted from operations until the requirement is met and verified by a Marine Inspector. Submit a detailed hull damage survey and proposed repair plan. Repairs must be completed to the satisfaction of the OCMI and verified prior to resuming operations. 46 CFR 177.100 60c

A vessel must be operated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and in such a manner as to afford adequate precaution against hazards that might endanger the vessel and the persons being transported. Coast Guard received a report of water ingress in the engine room through the stern tube. After further investigation it was determined that there is a crack beneath the waterline with a steady stream of water ingress. Vessel must submit a repair plan and complete repairs satisfactory to the attending Marine Inspector prior to vessel movement. 46 CFR 185.100

Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery, or equipment that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant OCMI. Marine Inspector was made aware that the generator was being replaced, but no plans or timeline has been given. In order to meet the approval of the OCMI, an inspection is required to be conducted on the new generator prior to operation. 46 CFR 176.700(a)

In addition, the owner shall, prior to receiving a Certificate of Inspection, submit for approval to the cognizant OCMI, at least two copies of the following: Electrical installation including, type and size of generators and prime movers; power, lighting, and interior communication panelboards with number of circuits and rating of energy consuming devices; rating of circuit breakers and switches, interrupting capacity of circuit breakers, and rating and setting of overcurrent devices; and electrical plant load analysis.Marine Inspector was made aware that the generator was being replaced, but none of the above mentioned plans were submitted. Provide the listed above plans before installation/operation of the generator for approval. 46 CFR 177.202(b)(4)

Each generator and motor must be designed for an ambient temperature of 50°C (122 °F) or meet the requirements of 46 CFR 183.320(b)(1) or (2). Inspectors witnessed generator rated to 40°C. Provide proof of generator meeting the requirement stated above to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.

(a) Each watertight bulkhead must be of sufficient strength to be capable of remaining watertight with a head of water to the top of the bulkhead. Various broken welds identified in the stern void. Two cracked welds below the waterline on the aft bulkhead are compromising watertight integrity. Submit repair proposal and conduct permanent repairs to damaged identified during inspection. To be cleared to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard.

(b) A vessel on which a pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system is installed must have the following equipment at the operating station: (3) A means to reset devices used to automatically shut down ventilation systems and engines as required by paragraph (a)(3) of this section. Pre-Engineered fire system was not able to be manually reset. Conduct appropriate repairs to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.

Weathertight aluminum doors for the cockpit were warped and didn't provide a complete seal at the top of the doors.

Found Fixed Fire Extinguisher in the engine room not installed as per manufacturer's specifications due to a cut out on port and stbd top deck of compartment forward of engine room. This opening creates a continuous space protected by the installed Fixed fire ext. greater than specified by the manufacturer. Repair system to the satisfaction of attending Marine Inspector.