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Where air pipes to ballast and other tanks extend above the freeboard or superstructure decks, the exposed parts of the pipes shall be of substantial construction; the height from the deck to the point where water may have access below shall be at least 30 inches on the freeboard deck and 171/2 inches on the superstructure deck. Where these heights may interfere with the working of the vessel, a lower height may be approved, provided the assigning authority is satisfied that the closing arrangements and other circumstances justify a lower height. Satisfactory means permanently attached, shall be provided for closing the openings of the air pipes. During inspection for drydock extension consideration, found the following wastage; sewage ventilation pipe starboard forecastle wasted and sheered, deck flange for port void tank on aft cargo deck found with wasted nuts and bolts, numerous vent closures found missing on main deck vent goosenecks. 46 CFR 42.15-50 - 705 c.

If, during an internal structural exam, damage or deterioration to the hull plating is discovered, the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, may require the vessel to be drydocked or otherwise taken out of service to further assess the extent of the damage and to effect permanent repairs. At the internal structural exam conducted for drydock extension, 05Dec25, found deteriorated hull plate on bottom shell in 3ft x 3ft section, directly aft and below the hatch leading from engine room to steering space tunnel passageway. Prior to departure, provide gauging report for area of concern and repair plan as necessary. 46 CFR 91.40-3(c)

The position of the rudder, if power-operated, must be shown at the principal steering station. The rudder angle indicator at the principal steering station is not accurately transmitting rudder position.

To be permitted to act as a urine collector in the DOT drug testing program, you must meet each of the requirements of this section: Qualification training. You must receive qualification training meeting the requirements of this paragraph. Qualification training must provide instruction on the following subjects: All steps necessary to complete a collection correctly and the proper completion and transmission of the CCF. Master was unable to provide proof of training as a urine collector. Vessel is limited to movements that allow the return to the pier for specimen collection within two hours.

Each vessel owner or operator subject to this part must ensure that copies of the following documents are carried on board the vessel and are made available to the Coast Guard upon request:The approved Vessel Security Plan and any approved revisions or amendments thereto, and a letter of approval from the Commanding Officer, Marine Safety Center. Vessel security plan on board was not updated, amendments to the security plan will require a letter of approval from the Commanding Officer, Marine Safety Center.

Drills and exercises must test the proficiency of vessel personnel in assigned security duties at all Maritime Security (MARSEC) Levels and the effective implementation of the Vessel Security Plan (VSP). They must enable the Vessel Security Officer (VSO) to identify any related security deficiencies that need to be addressed. Quarterly and annual security drills were not being conducted as required by this section.

Exhaust pipe installations must conform to the requirements of ABYC P-1 and Chapter 6 of NFPA 302. Exhaust lagging for port engine found deteriorated and damaged in way of the engine escape trunk.

Each cargo vessel must carry at least one rescue boat. Each rescue boat must be approved under approval series 160.156 and be equipped as specified in table 199.175 of this part. Prove proper weight testing of the rescue boat and davit along with crew proficiency in launching and recovering the rescue boat by 26MAY2025.

The actions and observations noted in this section shall be entered in the official log book as referenced in 46 CFR 97.35-3 respectively, verification of vessel compliance with applicability stability requirements. After loading and prior to departure and at all other times necessary to ensure the safety of the vessel. See 46 CFR 97.15-7. It was discovered by the attending USCG MI and IOs that entries for verification of vessel compliance with applicable stability requirements were not made by the vessel’s masters or persons in charge for recent and previous voyages with cargo for hire between the islands of Guam and CNMI. Effective immediately, vessel masters or person in charge shall make entries in the vessel’s logbook in accordance with the applicable cite(s).

If a stability letter is issued under 46 CFR 170.120 of this chapter, it must be posted under glass or other suitable transparent material in the pilothouse of the vessel. Vessel did not have posted a copy of ABS issued Stability Letter for Rev. 8, 04JUL2024, Trim and Stability Booklet posted in the pilothouse. Effective immediately, vessel shall have visibly posted a copy of ABS approval letter for Trim and Stability Booklet Rev. 8, 04JUL2024, in the pilothouse to the satisfaction of the MI and submit a copy to Sector Guam.

The vessel crew was not able to provide proof or documentation to show to the attending IO/MIs that the loading calculations submitted by a 3rd party for voyages with cargo for hire between Guam and CNMI are verified for compliance in accordance with the vessel’s approved Trim & Stability Booklet. Per vessel’s approved Trim and Stability Booklet, Rev. 8, page 30 of 37, Loading Form, it states “In order for the Master to determine if a proposed loading condition will comply with the Stability Criteria required for this vessel, the following steps should be undertaken”. The vessel’s owner or operator shall ensure the master(s) including persons in charge who are involved in the vessel’s stability are properly trained and demonstrate compliance with its Trim and Stability Booklet (Rev.8, 04JUL2024) to the satisfaction of the attending ABS no later than 28OCT2024.

Operating generators must provide a continuous and uninterrupted source of power for the ship's service load under normal operational conditions. The starboard generator is unable to supply power to the ship. Make repairs and proved proper operation under full electrical load to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 111.10-4(d)

A current magnetic compass deviation table or graph or compass comparison record for the steering compass, in the wheelhouse. Provide current deviation table for MI review. 33 CFR 164.35

Closures for openings above the freeboard deck must be as strong as the structure to which they are attached and must be weathertight. Port hole installed in the starboard pilothouse watertight door is cracked. 46 CFR 45.143

Complete but simple instructions for the operation of the systems must be located in a conspicuous place at or near all pull boxes, stop valve controls and in the CO2 cylinder storage room. On systems in which the CO2 cylinders are not within the protected space, these instructions must also include a schematic diagram of the system and instructions detailing alternate methods of discharging the system should the manual release or stop valve controls fail to operate. Each control valve to branch lines must be marked to indicate the related space served. Provide operating instructions for the paint locker CO2 system. 46 CFR 95.15-10(h)

General arrangement plans showing for each deck the fire control stations, the various sections enclosed by fire-resisting bulkheads, together with particulars of the fire alarms, detecting systems, the sprinkler installation (if any), the fire extinguishing appliances, means of access to different compartments, decks, etc., and the ventilating systems including particulars of the master fan controls, the positions of dampers, the location of the remote means of stopping fans, and identification numbers of the ventilating fans serving each section. Provide fire control/safety plan for MI review and approval. 46 CFR 97.36-1

Electrical installations on vessels must ensure that maintenance and service necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions. The lighting fixture cover above the starboard main engine is cracked and not serviceable. 46 CFR 111.01-1

VSL sustained casualty to ventilation pipe for 6 port void during transit in severe weather conditions. Issued CG 835 to conduct permanent repairs using in-kind material.

Jacket water for port propulsion engine leaked causes low level alarm. Crew found severely wasted and holed keel cool in #5 port void.

Aft engine room alarm is inoperable.

The vessel did not have local charts onboard for the area it transits and operates in.

The vessel has numerous navigation lights that are inoperable. Vessel is restricted to day time operations.

The emergency battery for the embarkation lighting failed its load test.

The main engines and ship generators jacket water piping is in excess of 150 degrees and did not have insulation lagging to prevent crew members from being burned.

The bow thruster diesel engine's injector fuel lines to injector pump is leaking fuel.

All vessels shall be provided with a satisfactory bilge pumping plant capable of pumping from and draining any watertight compartment. Demonstrate proper operation of bilge system to the attending marine inspector.

It is the intent of this subpart to provide such markings as are necessary for the guidance of the person on board in case of an emergency. Provide markings for the alternative means of escape from the engine space.

No alterations affecting the safety of the vessel shall be made without the knowledge of the OCMI and drawings shall be approved before work is started. Battery installation under steering console did not undergo plan approval prior to installation. Submit plans to MSC for approval or remove battery installation under steering console.

No vessel subject to inspection under 46 USC 3301 will be navigated unless it is under the direction and control of an individual who holds an appropriate license or officer endorsement on his or her MMC. It was found that 2 AB's and the Chief Engineer did not have in their possession a valid medical certificate which is required to accompany the MMC for validity.

The CSO or VSO must ensure an audit of the VSP is performed annually. 2018 VSP audit was not conducted for VSP approved on 25MAR2016. Conduct annual VSP audit.

At least two lifebuoys on the vessel must be fitted with a self activating smoke signal approved under approval series 160.157. Lifebuoys fitted with smoke signals must also be fitted with lights. No lifebuoys on board are fitted with a self activating smoke signal.

Each vessel must carry lifebuoys approved under approval series 160.150 and each lifebuoy must be marked in block capital letters with the name of the vessel and the name of the port. Renew retro reflective tape and make vessel name and hailing port readable on all lifebuoys.

Illustrations and instructions in English must be conspicuously displayed at each muster station and must include the method of donning life jackets. Provide life jacket donning placards that match the types of life jackets used on board.

Each box for a small battery in a non environmentally controlled location must prevent the ingress of water. General alarm battery box is approx 2/3 full of water. Ensure general alarm battery box prevents the ingress of water.

No repairs or alterations affecting the safety of the vessel with regard to the hull, machinery, or equipment, shall be made without the knowledge of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Submit repair proposal to address large pit found under the port shaft seal.

Automation test procedure to test overspeed shutdown on the port generator did not shut down the engine. Demonstrate proper operation of the periodic safety test.

Lighting for survival craft launching, including muster stations, embarkation stations, the survival craft, its launching appliances and the area of the water where it is to be launched must be arranged so that they can be energized from the temporary emergency power source. Both port and starboard liferaft embarkation station's emergency lighting found to be inoperable when on emergency power source. Provide proper operation of all emergency lighting.

Port day tank fuel oil return valve showed signs of leaking fuel. Repair/replace fuel valve. Valve must meet requirements of 46CFR50-60.

Water tight door leading from the engine room to the steering gear was found to have wasted gasket. Provide new gasket. Demonstrate successful chalk test.

Demonstrate proper operation of the pressure relieving devices for both air receivers.

Provide adequate and updated charts.

Demonstrate proper stowage of fireman's outfits.

Renew paint locker's fixed CO2 cylinder.

Remove external fittings that provide a means to lock doors and prevent escape.

Provide an Engine Order Telegraph for the engine room propulsion control station, or proove acceptance of equivalency/special consideration from MSC or OCMI for the use of SPP in lieu of EOT.

Install high lube oil temperature alarms for the main engines and generators and update PSTP.