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Combustibles and other foreign materials are not allowed within ventilation ducts. However, metal piping and electrical wiring installed in a metal protective enclosure may be installed within ventilation ducts, provided that the piping or the wiring does not interfere with the operation of fire dampers. STBD aft ER manual fire damper has wiring run through it that inerferes with the operation of the damper.

Vessel does not meet the requirements of 46CFR116.500(b). Two required means of escape must be widely separated and if possible, at opposite ends of the space to minimize the possibility of one incident blocking both escapes. Escape routes to areas of safe refuge/embarkation areas from decks 2-3 require entering the center stairwell which is open vertically from the main deck to deck five, the forward and aft stairs do not provide a continuous link between the upper and lower decks, occupants in spaces on either side of the discontinuity are entirely reliant on the central stairway to escape and would become trapped if the central stair were to be lost due to smoke/fire. Provide permanent second means of escape routes from all decks that comply with the requirements found in 46 CFR 116.500, 46 CFR 116.510 (b)(1), 46 CFR 122.606 and meets the definition of a means of escape in 46 CFR 114.400. Submit plans for modifications to the vessel’s construction to the Marine Safety Center for approval prior to modifying the general arrangement and structural fire protection of the vessel.

The vessel’s current arrangement does not meet the requirements of 46 CFR 116.500(b), which requires that each space accessible to passengers or used by crew must have two means of escape to either an area of refuge or an embarkation station. Based on limitations identified during onboard review and drill observation, the vessel’s existing layout and evacuation plan do not provide compliant secondary escape routes from several decks when the central stair tower is compromised. The operator shall submit to the local OCMI, for review and approval, a comprehensive proposal that addresses both: 1. A revised or supplemental Emergency Evacuation Plan (EEP) that includes: - A risk assessment identifying limitations in current escape routes and casualty scenarios; - Alternative procedures for evacuation to areas of refuge or embarkation stations without reliance on the central stair tower; and - Updated escape hatch and emergency exit markings in accordance with 46 CFR 122.606;

Propulsion machinery must be suitable in type and design for propulsion requirements of the hull in which it is installed and capable of operating at constant marine load under such requirements without exceeding its designed limitations. Vessel reported a failure of Port Azimuth Thruster that resulted in the vessel grounding at MM 289 of Columbia River. Prior to movement, vessel shall provide diagnosis of what caused the Port Azimuth Thruster to fail, evidence of permanent repair and inspection of structural integrity by CG Marine Inspectors.

Fire dampers must be...marked with red letters...stating "VENTILATION FIRE DAMPER." Fire dampers in dining area were missing markings. Mark fire dampers.

Penetrations in A-Class fire control boundaries for electrical cables...must be constructed to prevent the passage of smoke and flame for one hour. Two cable runs in engine room overhead on the forward port side were unsealed against passage of smoke and flame.

Every vessel must have a detailed inspection of the radio installation by an FCC-licensed technician once every five years. Vessel's Safety Radio Telephony Certificate not on board. Provide certificate. 47 CFR 80.903

Penetrations in B-Class fire control boundaries for electrical cables, pipes, trunks, ducts, etc. must be constructed to prevent the passage of flame for 30 minutes. In addition, the penetration must be designed or insulated so that it will withstand the same temperature rise limits as the boundary penetrated. Coaxial cable for televisions are installed through open faceplates compromising the integrity of the "B" class fire boundary between staterooms. Provide proper cable transit through the bulkhead.

Each vessel must be provided with bilge pumps in accordance with 56.50-55(a) in subchapter F of chapter 46. Crew was unable to demonstrate satisfactory bilge pumping throughout entire system. Demonstrate required dewatering of all spaces with bilge suction to the satisfaction of the OCMI.

Each vessel must have adequate emergency lighting fitted along the line of escape to the main deck from all passenger and crew accommodation spaces located below the main deck. Emergency lighting did not activate upon vessel’s loss of power. Effect repairs to the satisfaction of the OCMI.

If installed, a hold back mechanism for a door in a stairtower, stairway, and main vertical zone bulkhead must allow the door to be released upon disruption of the power system. Holdbacks on multiple doors did not release upon vessel’s loss of power. Effect repairs to the satisfaction of the OCMI.

A door in a stairtower, stairway, and main vertical zone bulkhead must be of the self-closing type capable of closing against a 3.5 list of the vessel. Vessel’s Class A doors in the following locations does not self-close; 4th deck stbd forward door to lounge, 4th deck aft lounge port side door, 4th deck port side door near atrium, 3rd deck port door before bridge, 2nd deck aft door leading to stern. Effect repairs and make operational to the satisfaction of the OCMI.

Nontank vessels subject to this subpart may not continue to operate on the navigable waters of the United States if the vessel is not operating in compliance with the submitted VRP. Records of required training, drills, and exercises were not available for inspection.

Windows or air ports in A-Class bulkheads must be fitted with frames of steel or equivalent material. Glazing beads or angles of steel or equivalent material must be installed to hold glass in place in windows or air ports in a fire control boundary in event of a fire. 2nd deck window forward-lounge to forward deck missing steel clips. Install clips to the satisfaction of the OCMI.

Electrical equipment used in location normally exposed to splashing, water washdown, or other wet conditions within a galley, a laundry, or a public washroom or toilet room that has a bath or shower must be dripproof. Electrical switch box in FWD peak is shorted out due to water intrusion. Effect repairs to the satisfaction of the OCMI.

Each survival craft required on a vessel by this part must be approved under approval series 160.010 or other standard specified by the Commandant. Inflatable Buoyant apparatuses are missing survival craft placards. Install placards to the satisfaction of the OCMI.

All passenger accommodations must be arranged and equipped to provide for the safety of the passengers in consideration of the route, modes of operation, and speed of the vessel. Defibrillators throughout accommodation spaces are expired. Ensure equipment is renewed or replaced.

A vessel of more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length with overnight accommodations for more than 49 passengers must comply with the requirements of 78.13 in subchapter H of this chapter in regard to the content of a station bill, the duties of the crew, emergency signals, an emergency squad, and instructions. Station bill does not reflect who is responsible for launching IBAs. Update station bill to the satisfaction of the OCMI.

Fire fighting drills and training shall be logged or otherwise documented for review by the Coast Guard upon request. The drill entry shall include the date of the drill and training and general description of the drill scenario and training topics. Fire drills are not logged IAW regulations. Log fire drills to the satisfaction of the OCMI.

On vessels described by 46 CFR 114.110(e), flammable items not covered by the regulations of this subchapter, such as rechargeable batteries, including lithium ion batteries utilized for commercial purposes, must be handled, stored, and operated in a way that mitigates the risk of hazardous conditions. Vessel does not have a plan in place for use of potentially hazardous items. Provide plan to the satisfaction of the OCMI.

Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by, or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. Numerous dead-end wires were found under pilot house main console. Effect repairs to the satisfaction of the OCMI.

The inspection and maintenance of the equipment listed in paragraph (a) of this section shall be logged or otherwise documented for review by the Coast Guard upon request. Vessel’s preventative logs have numerous entries for expired items with no action taken. Conduct inspection and maintenance and update logs to the satisfaction of the OCMI.

Each vessel must be provided with a visual and audible alarm at the operating station to indicate a high water level in a space with a through-hull fitting below the deepest load waterline, such as a lazarette. Bilge high level alarm in the FWD peak was inoperable. Bilge high level sensor in FWD peak replaced, operational test satisfactory.

Passageways and stairway enclosures shall contain only fire resistant furnishings. In addition, all upholstered chairs, sofas, etc., in these areas, shall be tested and meet the requirements in UL 1056 or have padding and upholstery of approved fire resistant materials. Stairway enclosure found with multiple furnishings which were not proven to be fire resistant. Furnishings removed from stairway enclosure.

Bulkheads and decks must be classed as A-60, A-30, A-15, A-0, B-15, B-0, C, or C’ based on the requirements in this section. Install of IBA’s on upper weather deck change the space designation from a 13 (open deck) to a 4 (embarkation station) and as such requires an A-15 deck boundary. Relocate IBA’s to suitable location with OCMI concurrence or ensure proper fire control boundary is met.

The owner or operator must conduct all tests as required by the OCMI, and make the vessel available for all specific inspections and drills required by subpart H of this part. In addition, the OCMI may require the vessel to get underway. VSl was not unable to conduct a fire drill, a underway man overboard drill, and sea trials due to limited crew availability. VSL shall not carry passengers until satisfactory fire,underway man overboard drills and sea trials are completed for the attending MI. 46 CFR 115.404(a) 701C

Double doors capable of independent operation and latching may have a clearance between the doors of not more than 3.2 millimeters (0.125 inches). MI observed numerous Class A fire double doors that had gaps larger than .125 inches. Vessel is required the fix/adjust the doors within the allowable gap. Vessel is restricted prior to carrying passengers until observed by an attending MI. 46 CFR 116.435 (b)(5)(i) 701C