Records from 2018 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 5 February 2026.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 18 February 2026
Resolved
When necessary for safe operation, OCMI may place specific stability restrictions in a stability letter or on COI of vessel not more than 65 feet in length, which under 46 CFR 178.310, complies with the requirement of 46 CFR 178.320. Vessel's lightship characteristics have changed and is not operating IAW its stability letter. Reduce passenger count by 08. Conduct simplified stability test, and update stability letter, or make other approved arrangements to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 9 March 2026
Resolution: Vessel removed previously added ballast weight and reinstalled generator in its original location. This is the same generator that was installed at the time of initial certification.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 5 February 2025
Resolved
The expiration date of the hand red flare distress signal must be not more than 42 months from the date of manufacture. The hand flare distress signals expired. Replaced the hand flare distress signals to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. Vessel is restricted to operating within 3NM until flares replaced.
46 CFR 160.021-5(b)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 19 February 2025
Resolved 6 February 2025
Resolution: The vessel has valid flares.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Cargo Ship Safety Radio (including exemption)
Issued 5 February 2025
Resolved
Every vessel subject to Part III of Title III of the Communications Act must have a detailed inspection of the radio installation by an FCC-licensed technician in accordance with § 80.59 once every five years. FCC Safety Radiotelephony Certificate is missing. Provide the certificate to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 February 2025
Resolved 6 February 2025
Resolution: The vessel has a valid FCC Safety Radiotelephony Certificate.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 20 September 2024
Resolved
The cognizant OCMI may require that a vessel undergo any additional test deemed necessary to determine that the vessel and its equipment are suitable for the service in which they are to be employed. The generator has been removed from the vessel, changing the lightship characteristics of the vessel. Vessel to complete a new Simplified Stability Test to the satisfaction of an attending Marine Inspector. The test shall be completed within 90 days.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 December 2024
Resolved 9 March 2026
Resolution: Verified re-installation of generator, ship's lightship characteristics properly restored.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
All machinery and equipment must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery failure, and personnel injury. Observed flexible hose between the sea valve and engine strainer showing a flat spot on the port engine and a kink on the stbd engine.Renew hoses on both sides.
46CFR182.100
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 20 November 2023
Resolution: Flexible hoses replaced.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
An adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried on board a vessel. Vessel is restricted to 96 persons total due to lack of properly outfitted lifejackets.
46CFR180.71
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 20 November 2023
Resolution: New life jacket onboard.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
The minimum capacity of the power fire pump shall be 50 gallons per minute at a pressure of not less than 60 pounds per square inch at the pump outlet. The pump outlet shall be fitted with a pressure gage. During operational test of fire pump, pressure gage at outlet showed a false reading. Pressure was adequate. Replace pressure gage.
46 CFR 181.10-1(e)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 20 November 2023
Resolution: Fire pump gauge replaced.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
Rail courses or the equivalent must be installed between the top rail and the deck so that no open space exists that is more than 12 inches high. Repair aft railing courses where one has a broken course on top and one requires a new clip to secure the bottom in place.
46CFR177.900(g)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 20 November 2023
Resolution: Railing courses and clips repaired.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 18 January 2023
Resolved
The following spaces must be equipped with a fixed gas fire extinguishing system in compliance with 181.410: A space containing propulsion machinery. Sea-Fire pre-engineered fixed extinguishing system fails to prevent main engines from restarting after simulated activation of the system for engine room inoperable. Provide a certified technician service report & demonstrate all shutdowns, alarms, and overrides to the attending USCG marine inspector.
46 CFR 181.400 (a)(1)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 20 January 2023
Resolution: Demonstrated all shutdowns, alarms, and overrides to the satisfaction of the attending USCG marine inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 18 January 2023
Resolved
Fuses in electrical systems must be of the cartridge type only. Main engine start batteries have blade type fuses installed in-line on conductors connected to the positive battery post. Provide proper installation of cartridge type fuses in the electrical system on board the vessel.
46 CFR 183.380(l)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 February 2023
Resolved 6 March 2023
Resolution: Received email from MSC accepting the blade type fuse as part of the OEM equipment like a blackbox. Removed requirement above.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 18 January 2023
Resolved
The number and identification of the items stowed inside, and their sizes, must be marked in clearly legible letters and numbers on each container for life jackets and immersion suits. Life jackets container missing number and sizes stowed inside. Label containers.
46 CFR 185.604(f)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 February 2023
Resolved 16 February 2023
Resolution: Life jackets container marked with number and identifiaction of the items stowed inside.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Muster list
Issued 18 January 2023
Resolved
The master and crew of a vessel will be familiar with the content of and have mounted at the operating station, emergency instructions containing the actions to be taken in the event of fire, heavy weather, or man overboard conditions. Required emergency instructions not mounted at the operating station. Mount instructions.
46 CFR 185.510(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 February 2023
Resolved 16 February 2023
Resolution: Emergency instructions mounted at the operating station.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Man Overboard Drill (MOB)
Issued 18 January 2023
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification, the marine inspector may require that an abandon ship or man overboard drill be held under simulated emergency conditions specified by the inspector. Man overboard drill not conducted. Conducted MOB in the presence of the attending MI.
46 CFR 176.808(g)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 20 January 2023
Resolution: Conducted satisfactory MOB in the presence of the attending MI.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 18 January 2023
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification, the marine inspector may require that a fire drill be held under simulated emergency conditions to be specified by the inspector. Conducted fire drill in the presence of the attending MI.
46 CFR 176.810(d)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 20 January 2023
Resolution: Conducted satisfactory fire drill in the presence of the attending MI.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 21 September 2022
Resolved
Deck rails must be designed and constructed to withstand a point load of 91 kilograms (200 pounds) applied at any point in any direction, and a uniform load of 74 kilograms per meter (50 pounds per foot) applied to the top rail in any direction. The point and uniform loads do not need to be applied simultaneously. Railing base mount not connected in multiple areas on starboard side. Reattach railing base mounts.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 26 September 2022
Resolution: Railing attached.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 20 January 2022
Resolved
A pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system must: automatically shut down all engines that draw intake air from within the protected space. Unable to test fireboy due to crew competency. Provide a trained technician to demonstrate all shutdowns, alarms, and overrides to the attending USCG marine inspector.
46 CFR 181.420 (a)(3)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 21 January 2022
Resolution: Master and crew successfully tested fire boy.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 20 January 2022
Resolved
A vessel must be provided with a satisfactory arrangement for draining any watertight compartment, other than small buoyancy compartments, under all practicable conditions. Bilge system inoperable. Verify system operation in presence of Marine inspector.
46 CFR 182.500 (a)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 21 January 2022
Resolution: Crew successfully operated bilge manifold. Drained E/R compartment.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 20 January 2022
Resolved
Each ring life buoy must be marked with Type II retro-reflective material approved in accordance with 46 CFR 164.018. Both life ring buoy retro-reflective material is worn. Replace retro-reflective type material on all 2 life ring buoys.
46 CFR 185.604(i)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 4 February 2022
Resolution: Received photographic evidence of replaced retro-reflective tape.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 20 January 2022
Resolved
The minimum capacity of the power fire pump shall be 50 gallons per minute at a pressure of not less than 60 pounds per square inch at the pump outlet. The pump outlet shall be fitted with a pressure gage. During operational test of fire pump, pressure gage at outlet was not functioning. Make 60 psi in presence of attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 181.10-1 (e)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 21 January 2022
Resolution: Fixed fire pump gauge. Reahed 60psi when tested.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 20 January 2022
Resolved
All connections shall be made to the battery terminals with permanent type connectors. Replace all non-permanent connectors on batteries.
46 CFR 183.05-20 (c)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 3 February 2022
Resolution: Replaced wing nuts on batteries with permanent type connectors.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 20 January 2022
Resolved
Battery chargers must have an ammeter connected in the charging circuit. Vessel did not have an ammeter. Install ammeter.
46 CFR 183.350 (f)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 2 April 2022
Resolution: Operator provided photo of installed ammeter.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Cargo Ship Safety Radio (including exemption)
Issued 20 January 2022
Resolved
Each ship transporting more that six passengers for hire equipped with a radiotelephone station must carry a radio operator who: holds a marine radio operator permit or higher class license. Master's radio operator permit expired. Provide current operator permit.
47 CFR 80.158 (e)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 14 February 2022
Resolution: Operator provided satisfactory evidence of Marine Radio Operator Permit.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 20 January 2022
Resolved
Drug testing programs required by this part must be conducted in accordance with 49 CFR part 40, Procedures for Transportation Workplace Testing Programs. Comapany drug and alcohol testing program is not in compliance with the chemical testing program regulations. Correct all identified discrepancies to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
46 CFR 16.113
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 1 April 2022
Resolution: Conducted DAPI Audit. Vessel's DAPI program is in compliance.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 11 January 2021
Resolved
Each vessel certificated to operate on a limited coastwise route within three miles of land in warm water must have on board a FCC Type Accepted Category 1 406 MHz EPIRB, installed to automatically float free and activate, and not be required to carry survival craft. The hydrostatic release on the vessels EPIRB is expired.
46CFR180.64
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 January 2021
Resolution: Received photographs from operator showing new hydrostatic release unit installed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 11 January 2021
Resolved
On a vessel of at least 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level in the engine compartment. The visual indicator for the engine compartment high water alarm is inoperable.
46CFR182.530(a)(2)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 January 2021
Resolution: Received photograph from operator showing replacement of visual indicator and proper operation.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Radar
Issued 11 January 2021
Resolved
A vessel must be fitted with a FCC type accepted general marine radar system for surface navigation with a radar screen mounted at the primary operation station if: The vessel is self-propelled, the vessel has an oceans, coastwise, limited coastwise, or great lakes route and the vessel carries more than 49 passengers. Vessel radar is inoperable. Vessel is limited to 49 passengers until radar is operational.
46CFR184.404(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 January 2021
Resolved 2 April 2021
Resolution: Recieved pictures of radar installed and video of radar in operation. All satisfactory.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 11 January 2021
Resolved
A submersible electric bilge pump may be used as a power bilge pump required by Table 182.520(a) only on a vessel of not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length carrying not more than 49 passengers, other than a ferry, provided that the pump is permanently mounted. The electric bilge pump in the engine compartment and transom are not permanently mounted.
46CFR182.520(e)(3)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 25 January 2021
Resolved 12 January 2021
Resolution: Received photographs from operator of electric bilge pumps properly mounted.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 11 January 2021
Resolved
At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards, and other hazardous situations must be corrected and all required guards and protective devices must be in satisfactory condition. Vessel has unauthorized surge protectors in for the audio cabinet. All surge protectors shall be removed and permanent wiring shall be utilized for necessary equipment.
46CFR176.830(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 25 January 2021
Resolved 12 January 2021
Resolution: Received photograph from operator of power strip removed.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 20 October 2020
Resolved
A vessel that is exposed to salt water more than three months in any 12 month period since the last examination must undergo a drydock examination and an internal structural at least once every two years. The vessel passed it's two year drydock exam window on Sept. 30, 2020.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 27 October 2020
Resolution: Vessel received credit drydock on 10/27/2020.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Radar
Issued 29 January 2020
Resolved
A vessel must be fitted with a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) type accepted general marine radar system for surface navigation with a radar screen mounted at the primary operating station if: The vessel is self-propelled; the vessel has an oceans, coastwise, limited coastwise, or Great Lakes route; and the vessel carries more than 49 passengers. Vessel is restricted to no more than 49 passengers until satisfactory installation of the marine radar is approved by the marine inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 February 2020
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: Received pictures of marine radar installed and in working condition. All sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 29 January 2020
Resolved
On a vessel of not more than 65 feet in length carrying more than 49 passengers, the minimum capacity of the fire pump must be 50 gallons per minute at a pressure of not less than 60 psi at the pump outlet. The pump outlet must be fitted with a pressure gauge. Demonstrate a pressure of 60 psi at the outlet of the fire pump to the marine inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 February 2020
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: Received videos and pictures of fire pump in operation, satifactory fire hose stream, and outlet pressure of greater than 60 psi.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 26 March 2019
Resolved
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, except during an emergency; Repairs were completed to the vessel's hull, and rudder without the approval of the [name withheld] repair proposal for work completed to USCG inspector for approval.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 26 April 2019
Resolved 27 March 2019
Resolution: Vessel rep emailed repair proposal and the details were discussed with attending MI.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 26 March 2019
Resolved
The cognizant OCMI may require that a vessel and its equipment undergo any additional test or inspection deemed reasonable and necessary to determine that the vessel and its equipment are suitable for the service in which they are to be employed; Complete propeller shaft runout test to verify proper alignment of shaft.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 26 April 2019
Resolved 27 March 2019
Resolution: Runout test was completed in presence of attending MI.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 6 November 2018
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio or EPIRB installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communications Commission; Vessel is missing their Federal Communications Commission Safety Radiotelephony Certificate. Provide certificate for current vessel.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 27 November 2018
Resolution: Received documentation rectifying the def.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 6 November 2018
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio or EPIRB installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communications Commission; Vessel's EPIRB is missing its registration decal. Attach registration decal to registered EPIRB.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 27 November 2018
Resolution: Vessel Attached registration decal
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 6 November 2018
Resolved
Spanner wrenches must be provided where a 1.5 inch diameter fire hose is required; Vessel is missing a spanner wrench for their 1.5 diameter fire hose. Provide a spanner wrench.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 27 November 2018
Resolution: Vessel provided spanner wrench for 1.5 diameter hose.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 6 November 2018
Resolved
An adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried on board a vessel; Vessel is missing one lifejacket. Provide one extra life jacket.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 6 November 2018
Resolution: Vessel rep purchased lifejacket to satisfy deficiency