Records from 1986 to 2008. Most recent: inspection, 29 November 2008.
Inspection history · 37
29 November 2008
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3371035
6 November 2008
MARPOL Annex I Examination · PII Safety Exam · Ballast Water Examination · ISPS III Exam · MARPOL Annex V Examination
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3358009
29 October 2008
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3353470
18 October 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Victoria · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3347030
5 May 2008
Ballast Water Examination · Random ISPS/MTSA/PSC
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Victoria · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3187535
26 April 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Victoria · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3192808
4 January 2008
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3124697
29 December 2007
MARPOL Annex I Examination · PI Safety Exam · Ballast Water Examination · ISPS III Exam · MARPOL Annex V Examination
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3122217
20 December 2007
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3118601
28 June 2007
PII Safety Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2976623
25 June 2007
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2954367
18 June 2007
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2956630
18 June 2007
MARPOL Annex V Examination · PI Safety Exam · Ballast Water Examination · ISPS II Exam · MARPOL Annex I Examination
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2960763
20 August 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2753607
14 April 2006
PII Safety Exam · Ballast Water Examination · ISPS II Exam
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2624734
27 January 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO TAMPA · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2282408
16 October 2004
PII Safety Exam · ISPS II Exam
Physical examination · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2221980
14 September 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Victoria · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 281955
7 June 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO TAMPA · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 429452
11 June 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 416631
9 August 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 710056
4 August 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 393944
12 September 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PUGET SOUND · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 647295
27 June 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 380135
6 November 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PUGET SOUND · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 647293
31 October 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PUGET SOUND · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 371900
31 October 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PUGET SOUND · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 863383
25 October 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO JACKSONVILLE · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 353935
23 August 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO LOS ANGELES/LONG BEACH · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 466833
18 November 1991
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 347398
19 August 1991
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 439795
20 November 1990
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORTLAND, OREGON · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 340386
18 March 1990
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 519800
2 March 1989
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 328815
6 May 1988
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORTLAND, OREGON · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 323127
1 June 1987
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 490145
13 August 1986
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PUGET SOUND · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 310792
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-direct drive) › Injector (fuel injection)
Issued 29 November 2008
Resolved
The vessel had a power loss due to a defective fuel injector on the No. 6 cylinder of the main engine.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 29 November 2008
Resolved 29 November 2008
Resolution: Received proper documentation from master satisfying requirement.
Deck/Cargo › Holds/Tanks › Hatch Cover
Issued 6 November 2008
Resolved
The cargo hatch covers 3, 5, 6, and 7 are corroded and have multiple holes on the port side compression bars. The captain has made notification to the company as per ISM. Contractors are currently on board making repairs to the affected areas.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 November 2008
Resolved 22 November 2008
Resolution: Thickness measurements were applied to cargo hatch covers 3, 5, 6, and 7, by a LR approved company. All holed/over-corroded areas identified now and cropped and renewed by insert, as per class requirements. On site inspection found satisfactory.
Engineering › Steam Boiler (auxiliary/waste heat) › Fuel Oil Burner
Issued 6 November 2008
Resolved
The heating element for the sludge tank has been removed for repair. The ship is unable to burn sludge at this time. The PSCO verified with the Chief Engineer and Captain that the ship does not have sufficient capacity for its intended voyage to China.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 November 2008
Resolved 22 November 2008
Resolution: The heating element for the sludge tank has been repaired. Function test to the sludge burning system carried out and found satisfactory.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (auxiliary) › Pump, High Pressure (fuel injection)
Issued 6 November 2008
Resolved
No. 1 Generator has multiple fuel oil leaks on No. 1, 3, and 4 cylinders from the fuel injection supply line.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 November 2008
Resolved 22 November 2008
Resolution: The fuel injection supply line leading to the No. 1, 3, and 4 cylinders, of the No.1 generator have been replaced with spares. On-site inspection found satisfactory.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (auxiliary) › Pump, High Pressure (fuel injection)
Issued 6 November 2008
Resolved
The No. 2 Generator fuel booster pump has a steady stream of diesel fuel leaking from the discharge side to containment.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 November 2008
Resolved 13 November 2008
Resolution: The fuel leaking from the discharge side of the booster pump of the No.2 generator was rectified by changing the defective gasket. On-site inspection found satisfactory.
Engineering › Freshwater System (jacketwater cooling) › Pump
Issued 6 November 2008
Resolved
The Main Engine jacketwater / seawater heat exchanger is leaking at the bell end, from bolts situated at the 11 o'clock position.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 November 2008
Resolved 13 November 2008
Resolution: The Main Engine jacketwater / seawater heat exchanger was opened, cleaned, and closed with a new zinc anode protector and rubber gasket. Running test and on-site inspection found satisfactory.
Deck/Cargo › Holds/Tanks › Hatch
Issued 6 November 2008
Resolved
The hydraulic jack for the #6 hatch cover, on the port side, aft, is leaking hydraulic fluid from the hydraulic seal. In addition, the hydraulic jack for the #2 hatch cover, on the starboard side, aft amid ship, is leaking hydraulic fluid from the hydraulic seal. The vessel's crew has placed saw dust around the leak to prevent pollution.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 November 2008
Resolved 13 November 2008
Resolution: The leaking hydraulic jacks for the #6 hatch cover, on the port side, aft and the #2 hatch cover, on the starboard, aft amid ship are now rectified. Hatch covers tested under pressure and no leaking found during site inspection.
Documentation › Logs/Records › Oil Record Book
Issued 6 November 2008
Resolved
The Oil [name withheld] indicated 26 cubic meters of bilge water in the fuel oil tank. The PSC team verified the OWS is operational.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 November 2008
Resolved 22 November 2008
Resolution: The No.3 fuel oil tank was cleaned before bilge water transferred in. Now blind flanges fitted to the filling and suction pipe lines of fuel oil tank No.3, which is now physically isolated from F.O. System and temporarily converted to bilge water tank,
Engineering › Diesel Engine (auxiliary) › Pump, High Pressure (fuel injection)
Issued 6 November 2008
Resolved
Both SSDG's are missing cover doors for the fuel pumps.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 November 2008
Resolved 22 November 2008
Resolution: The SSDG''s were designed without doors for fuel pumps. The jacketed piping system already fitted onboard, oil leaking alarm tested and found in order. The condition is found acceptable.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Radar
Issued 18 October 2008
Resolved
Master reports that secondary radar is in-operable.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 26 October 2008
Resolved 28 October 2008
Resolution: Received Tech report from Mackay communications satisfying requirement.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Gyro Compass
Issued 5 May 2008
Resolved
Gyro Compass not properly operational as evidenced by deviation during in-bound transit as reported by Matagorda Bay Pilots. Technician report required attesting proper operation prior to departure.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 7 May 2008
Resolution: Received tech report verifying repair and proper operation of gyro.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-direct drive) › Governor
Issued 26 April 2008
Resolved
Main engine is unable to produce enough power to safetly bring vessel into port. Engine can not exceed slow ahead.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 April 2008
Resolved 28 April 2008
Resolution: Received class report verifying repairs and testing of turbo chargers.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-direct drive) › Cylinder
Issued 30 December 2007
Resolved
Vessel Experienced Main Diesel Engine failure on 01Sep07. Appropriate communications were made to company; However, no Classification Society Survey was performed. Vessel has only one Main Diesel Engine. Failure was not in U.S. waters.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 4 January 2008
Resolution: Received Class Report attesting that the Owners were advised of Class requirements for timely reporting of incidents.
Fire Fighting › Fire Hydrants › Condition
Issued 30 December 2007
Resolved
Fire plugs on Port/Starboard bridge wing and aft superstructure were leaking. Packing gland and coupling had minor leaks on bridge plugs; Ball valve on aft plug could not fully close.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 29 January 2008
Resolved 4 January 2008
Resolution: Received Class Report attesting that the repair parts were delivered onboard and the repairs will be completed during the next voyage and reported prior to 29Jan08
Lifesaving › Lifeboat Equipment › Tools (engine)
Issued 30 December 2007
Resolved
Port side lifeboat sail has original vessel information stenciled (Name, Call Sign, Homeport)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 29 January 2008
Resolved 4 January 2008
Resolution: Received Class Report stating the new vessel information will be re-stenciled during the next voyage and reported to Class prior to 29Jan08.
Lifesaving › Visual Distress Signals Launcher › General
Issued 29 December 2007
Resolved
Vessel's EPIRB operates intermittently. Does not adequately complete test run at all times.
SOLAS 74 (2004 Consol. Ed.) Ch. IV, Reg. 7.1.6
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 January 2008
Resolved 4 January 2008
Resolution: Received Class Report attesting that the EPIRB was serviced by radio repair company, unit was tested and found to be satisfactory.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Radar
Issued 20 December 2007
Resolved
The NO. 2 radar sperry S band found the antenna / scanner is not turning.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 24 December 2007
Resolution: Closed deficiency, because vessel has two operational radars that meet the regulations. Inoperable radar has been tagged out to prevent use.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Gyro Compass
Issued 25 June 2007
Resolved
This vessel was granted a Letter of Deviation to depart the Port of Corpus Christi with an inoperable gyro compass. The following restrictions are required: daylight transit.The vessel is schedule to sail directly to New Orleans, therefore required to submit an inbound deviation request to the Port of New Orleans COTP where the parts are due to arrive and the equipment scheduled to be repaired.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 28 June 2007
Resolution: Received tech report attesting that it is working properly,
Fire Fighting › Fire Hoses › Condition
Issued 18 June 2007
Resolved
Of Twenty (20) fire hoses tested throughout ship, only four (4) tested satsifactorily. PSCO's observed holes & wastage. This condition prevents the ship's crew to effectively fight a fire. Five hoses were placed on order in April, expected to receive in port of Corpus Christi.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 24 June 2007
Resolution: All fire hoses on ship were renewed, tested randomly, and found satisfactory.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Piping
Issued 18 June 2007
Resolved
Excessive oil leaking and accumulation, including collecting in buckets in areas of lube oil purifier, main diesel engine, port side fuel oil transfer pump, NR 1 Ships Service Generator, turbo generator, and fuel oil purifier No. 1.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 24 June 2007
Resolution: Oil Leakages were stopped, and gaskets/seals replaced as necessary. Engine room found clean by Class Surveyor, without any leaks or accumulation of oil.
Lifesaving › Rescue Boat › Embarkation/Disembarkation Capabilities
Issued 18 June 2007
Resolved
Winch motor for emergency boat (rescue boat) starboard side is inoperable, preventing quick recovery. Reference: SOLAS 74 (unamended): III/36 (i)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 24 June 2007
Resolution: Record of Safety Equipment (Form 2092) found filled in incorrectly by issuing office, indicating rescue boat. Form corrected showing rescue boat as "nil". DPA was present during survey, & stated owners will be installing electric motor in 3-4 months.
Personnel › Manning/Qualifications › Minimum Safe Manning
Issued 18 June 2007
Resolved
Chief Mate does not have a flag state endorsement nor proof of application for endorsement. Reference: STCW 1995; Article VI
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 24 June 2007
Resolution: [withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Lifesaving
Issued 7 June 1999
Resolved
PRIOR TO DEPARTURE CONDUCT SATISFACTORY FIRE DRILL AND ABANDON SHIP DRILL
Condition: Unknown
Due 8 June 1999
Resolved 8 June 1999
Lifesaving
Issued 7 June 1999
Resolved
PRIOR TO DEPARTURE HAVE CLASS VERIFY STBD LIFEBOAT FALLS AND BRAKE SYSTEM.
Condition: Unknown
Due 8 June 1999
Resolved 8 June 1999
Lifesaving
Issued 7 June 1999
Resolved
PRIOR TO NEXT U. S. PORT HAVE MASTER VERIFY PORT LIFEBOAT FALLS AND BRAKE ARE OPERATING PROPERLY
Condition: Unknown
Due 14 September 2000
Resolved 14 September 2000
Navigation
Issued 4 August 1996
Resolved
VESSEL'S ECHO DEPTH SOUNDER IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY. (33CFR 164.11(r)). CORRECT PRIOR TO DEPARTURE FROM PORT OF NEW ORLEANS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 6 August 1996
Resolved 8 August 1996
Unknown
Issued 4 August 1996
Resolved
FAILURE TO PROVIDE PROPER INFORMATION ON NOTIFICATION OF VESSEL'S ARRIVAL. (33CFR 160.207).
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 August 1996
Resolved 9 August 1996
Lifesaving
Issued 4 August 1996
Resolved
PROVIDE RING BUOY LIGHTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH SAFETY EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATE. (SOLAS 74 CHAPIII/REG3-219(e)). CORRECT PRIOR TO DEPARTURE FROM PORT OF NEWORLEANS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 9 August 1996
Resolved 8 August 1996
Lifesaving
Issued 4 August 1996
Resolved
PROVIDE NON-CONDUCTIVE MATS FOR SWITCHBOARD IN ENGINE CONTROL ROOM. (ILO 147). CORRECT PRIOR TO DEPARTURE FROM PORT OF NEW ORLEANS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 9 August 1996
Resolved 8 August 1996
Lifesaving
Issued 27 June 1995
Resolved
VESSEL NEEDS TO REPLACE 30 PACKAGES OF FOOD ON LIFEBOATS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 June 1995
Resolved 12 July 1995
Navigation
Issued 27 June 1995
Resolved
VESSEL HAS LEAKS ON BOTH SIDES OF #2 STEERING PUMP, INSIDE OF #1 STEERING PUMP AND ON LARGE RAM.
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 June 1995
Resolved 12 July 1995
Lifesaving
Issued 27 June 1995
Resolved
VESSEL NEEDS TO REPAIR HYDRAULIC PUMP ON LIFEBOATS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 June 1995
Resolved 12 July 1995
Navigation
Issued 31 October 1994
Resolved
VESSEL DID NOT HAVE AND THEREFORE DID NOT/COULD NOT USE VHF CHANNEL 5A TO COMMUNICATE WITH PUGET SOUND VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE. VHF CHANNEL 5A IS THEREQUIRED CHANNEL TO USE FOR COMMUNICATIONS WITH VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE WHILE WEST AND NORTH OF MARROWSTONE POINT.
Condition: Unknown
Due 31 October 1994
Resolved 6 November 1994
Unknown
Issued 2 March 1989
Resolved
OIL TRANSFER PERSONNEL FAILED TO MAINTAIN CONTINOUS TWO WAY VOICE COMUNICATION. AUTH. CITE;33USC1321(I)(1)(C) PEN. CITE;33USC1321(J)(2)
Condition: Unknown
Due 2 March 1989
Resolved 2 March 1989
Unknown
Issued 2 March 1989
Resolved
OIL TRANSFER FAILED TO REMAIN IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF THE OIL TRANSFER OPERATION, IE NOT PRESENT. AUTH. CITE; 33USC1321(J)(1)(C) PEN. CITE 33USC1321(J)(2)
Condition: Unknown
Due 2 March 1989
Resolved 2 March 1989