STEPHEN P VENABLE

Propulsion Machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment must be maintained to ensure proper operation and be suitable for route and service. Vessel had starboard shaft failure. Investigate cause and repair IAW company TSMS. IAW CVC-WI-013(8) Enclosure 3 - The vessel's TPO may provide technical assistance to facilitate compliance, the OCMI retains sole authority to formally clear movement restricting deficiencies. OCMI way utilize TPO generated reports as a basis for this action, but the final OCMI discretion remains a Coast Guard function. Please call MSU Paducah prior to resuming operations. Objective evidence attesting to root cause & satisfactory repairs must be submitted to local OCMI within 72-hours after repairs.