GEORGE III

The company should periodically evaluate the effectiveness of the safety management system in accordance with procedures established by the company. The audits and corrective actions should be carried out in accordance with documented procedures. On 24OCT2024 the vessel was issued a requirement to conduct an internal audit focused on the maintenance of the steering system. The provided audit did not follow established company procedures and did not contain objective evidence of an appropriately conducted or focused audit. Company shall arrange for an external vessel audit with a minimum scope to include this deficiency, the deficiency issued on 24OCT2024, and relevant aspects of the ISM Code. 74 SOLAS (20) IX/3.1 ISM Code 12.4

Hazardous areas on open decks and other spaces not addressed in this chapter shall be decided based on a recognized standard. The electrical equipment fitted within hazardous areas shall be according to the same standard. MI identified 06 deck lighting fixtures in the vicinity of the fuel storage tanks that appear to have been shorted out and are not operational. Repair and replace the lighting fixtures. IGF Code 12.3.1

The following fire protection systems shall be kept in good order so as to ensure their required performance if a fire occurs: fire detection and fire alarm systems. Vessel does not have on board testing equipment for heat detectors located in hazardous locations. 74 SOLAS (20) II-2/14.2.1.1.2

The machinery, associated piping systems and fittings shall be so installed and protected as to reduce to a minimum any danger to persons on board, due regard being paid to hot surfaces and other hazards. Replace section of insulation for fuel supply piping to main engine. 74SOLAS(20) II-1/26.1

The machinery, associated piping systems and fittings shall be of a design and construction adequate for the service for which they are intended. Vessel's LT cooling water three-way valves for all 03 generators are leaking. 74 SOLAS (20) II-1/26.1

A vessel must be provided with a main steering gear that is of adequate strength and capable of steering the vessel at all service speeds. Pilot reported the rudder jammed hard over to port during berthing process. 74 SOLAS(20) I/11

Scuppers and discharge pipes originating at any level and penetrating the shell either more than 450 mm below the freeboard deck or less than 600 mm above the Summer Load Line shall be provided with a non-return valve at the shell. MI observed leaking aft scupper (MSD overboard) valve with soft patch and clamps. ICLL (88) Annex 1 22

Additional aids for escape shall be provided as necessary to ensure accessibility, clear marking, and adequate design for emergency situations. MI observed escape signage blocked in port tunnel at frame 41 outside of machine shop. 74 SOLAS (20) II-2/13.1.3

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 division. MI observed self closing door to escape trunk in ECR, as identified on Fire Control Plan, unable to automatically close. 74 SOLAS (20) II-2/15.2.4.1

Each survival craft shall be stowed: in a state of continuous readiness so that two crew members can carry out preparations for embarkation and launching in less than 5 min. MI observed removable chain outboard of part and starboard life rafts seized preventing crew from ability to quickly deploy. 74 SOLAS (20) III/13.1.3

Maintenance... and inspections shall be carried out based on the guidelines developed by the Organization. Multi-cable transit at AC room found improperly sealed. 74 SOLAS (20) II-1/14.2.2.1

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 on board. MI observed 4'' fracture inboard aft foot of natural vent pipe on mooring deck. 74 SOLAS (20) I/11

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. Containment in aft most corner of purifier room IVO fuel tank kick valve found leaking diesel. 74 SOLAS (20) I/11

Your vessel must undergo an annual inspection within the 3 months before or after each anniversary date, except as required in paragraph (b) of this section. Vessels annual inspection was conducted without the oversight of a properly qualified machinery inspector holding the low flashpoint fuel qualification. Vessel shall make the vessel available to complete the required inspection. 46 CFR 91.27-1(a)

All the steering gear components and the rudder stock shall be of sound and reliable construction to the satisfaction of the Administration. No. 1 hydraulic reservoir tank is fractured and leaking at the return line. 74 SOLAS (20) II-1/29.2.1

All the steering gear components and the rudder stock shall be of sound and reliable construction to the satisfaction of the Administration. No. 2 steering gear pump oil cooler inlet line soft patched and leaking. 74 SOLAS (20) II-1/29.2.1

...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: Each rudder angle indicator in relation to the actual position of the rudder. Provide photographs of pre departure test logs for departure from Port of Oakland on 23OCT2024. 33 CFR 164.25(a)(1)(iv)

The company should establish procedures to ensure that the ship is maintained in conformity with the provisions of the relevant rules and regulations and with any additional requirements which may be established by the company. In meeting these requirements, the company should ensure that: any non-conformity is reported, with its possible cause, if known; appropriate corrective action is taken; and records of these activities are maintained. Vessels steering system and rudder angle indicators were found to be malfunctioning. Review of ships documentation indicate that the equipment had not been operating properly in the five months preceding the inspection and had yet to be rectified or had the root cause accurately identified. Inspections of the equipment further identified two additional deficiencies including a fracture on the hydraulic reservoir of the #1 steering pump. Company shall conduct an internal audit focused on the maintenance of the steering system and all of its associated components. 74 SOLAS (20) IX/3.1 ISM CODE 10.2

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 and without danger to the ship or persons onboard. Vessel reported 15 degree discrepancies between the command given at the help and the rudder angle indicator. Provide report attesting to the repair and proper operation of the steering and rudder angle indicator. 74 SOLAS (20) I/11

Smoke detectors alone shall not be considered sufficient for rapid detection of a fire. Flame detectors for bunker stations and rooms of fuel gas system inoperable. Vessel to submit a risk assessment for continued operations and repair plan. IGF 2016 / 11.7.2

The certificates and records of equipment shall be drawn up in the form corresponding to the models given. Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate does not properly endorse the vessel to operate with LNG as a fuel and does not document associated Alternative Designs approved by administration IAW SOLAS 20 II-1 / 55. 74 SOLAS (Consl 20) I / 15

Prior to conducting bunkering operations, pre-bunkering verification shall be carried out and documented in the bunker safety checklist to include: Operation of fire detection equipment. Vessel does not currently have a means to test flame detectors and it is not included in pre-bunker safety checklist. IGF 2016 / 18.4.3

Tank High and Overfill alarms shall be tested prior to fuel operation in accordance with 18.4.3 (Pre-bunker procedures). Vessel did not test high/overfill alarms prior to bunkering and it is not included in the Pre-bunker safety checklist.

A risk assessment shall be conducted to ensure that risks arising from the use of low-flashpoint fuels affecting persons on board, the environment, the structural. Approved risk assessment requires the opposite bunker station to be monitored. Vessel did not have CCTV monitored during bunkering ops and it is not included in bunkering procedures. IGF 2016/4.2 Risk Assessment #35

A fuel system schematic/piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) shall be reproduced and permanently mounted in the ship's bunker control station and at the bunker station. Ship does not have a P&ID located at the bunkering station. IGF 2016 / 18.4.2.2

The bunkering manifold shall be designed to withstand external loads during bunkering. Saddle to support Bunker line is too low and requires crew to utilize wood blocks and strap downs to secure it. IGF 2016 / 8.4.1

Equipment installed in hazardous areas shall be minimized to that required for operational purposes and shall be suitably and appropriately certified. Vessel is utilizing a chain fall for bunkering that is not certified for hazardous spaces. IGF 2016 / 3.2.5

All pipelines or components which may be isolated in a liquid full condition shall be provided with relief valves. Identified areas on HP return and LNG fuel supply lines from tanks with two valves in series and no relief valve. IGF 2016 / 7.3.1.3

The setting of the PRV's shall not be set higher than the vapor pressure that has been used in the design of the tank. Vessel unable to provide calibration/manfacturer certification for Tank PRV setting (MARVS). IGF 2016 / 6.7.2.4

The arrangement and installation of fuel piping shall provide the necessary flexibility to maintain the integrity of the piping system. Support bracket for PRV on high pressure skid found broken on a system that has had a previous failure. IGF 2016 / 7.3.5

Each liquefied gas fuel tank shall be fitted with a high level alarm. STBD tank high level alarm is mislabeled when activated as a 98% overfill alarm. IGF 2016 / 15.4.2.1

An audible and visual alarm system to give warning on both sides of the airlock shall be provided to indicate if more than one door is moved from the closed position. MI's found alarms for airlocks disabled. IGF 2016 / 5.12.5

Multiple atex items have been and multiple items have been identified by ADMINISTRATION that have not been taken for action

IGF CODE 5.10 REGULATIONS FOR DRIP TREYS. DRIP TREY DO NOT MEET 5.10.1/5.10.4. multiple drip trey utilaze a cascade system to capture LNG and run to piping wit ha valve and flange arangement with n otrey under to protect carbon steel.