13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 16 November 2024
Resolved
The main steering gear and rudder stock must be of adequate strength for and capable of steering the vessel at maximum ahead service speed, which must be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the cognizant OCMI. Vessel master self-reported that steering gear drifts 5-10 degrees while in nonfollow up mode when compared to the rudder command. Complete repairs verified by Class to ensure operation of the main steering system as intended. Vessel is required to have a tug escort for inbound SF Bay transit on 17NOV2024.46 CFR 58.25-10(c)(1)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 December 2024
Resolved 14 November 2025
Resolution: MI's witnessed satisfactory dock-side steering tests. ABS witnessed satisfactory u/w tests.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 30 July 2024
Resolved
In addition to the requirements contained elsewhere in the present regulations, ships shall be designed, constructed and maintained in compliance with the structural, mechanical and electrical requirements of a classification society which is recognized by the Administration in accordance with the provisions of regulation XI-1/1, or with applicable national standards of the Administration which provide an equivalent level of safety.
Vessel shall repair #4 SSDG to the satisfaction of attending ABS Surveyor and Marine Inspector(s).
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 August 2024
Resolved 1 August 2024
Resolution: Work Order: 6532322/ Finding Number: 1877.0 - Status: Closed
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 3 January 2024
Resolved
Ships shall have sufficient power for going astern to secure proper control of the ship in all normal circumstances. Vessel experienced a start engine failure following pilot boarding for transit to Tacoma, WA. Vessel is to repair to the satisfaction of ABS prior to departure. 17A; SOLAS 60 II/Reg28
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 8 January 2024
Resolution: ABS surveyor attended and observed satisfactory testing.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 3 January 2024
Resolved
The survey shall be such as to ensure that the arrangements, material, and scantlings of the structure... and other equipment(s) are in all respects satisfactory for the service for which the ship is intended. Vessel reported that starboard anchor windlass motor is unable to recover anchor due to mechanical failure. Vessel is to rectify to the satisfaction of class.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 15 January 2024
Resolution: Preliminary Class Report received attesting to ABS satisfactory repair.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 3 January 2024
Resolved
The survey shall be such as to ensure that the arrangements, material, and scantlings of the structure... and other equipment(s) are in all respects satisfactory for the service for which the ship is intended. Vessel reported port side lowered anchor was unable to be retrieved due to inoperable windlass. Vessel is to rectify to the satisfaction of attending USCG inspectors prior to departure.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 12 January 2024
Resolved 15 January 2024
Resolution: ABS class surveyor had attended vessel and observed that air was trapped in hydraulic system. Air was bled an satisfactory operation was observed by ABS Surveyor.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifeboats
Issued 30 December 2023
Resolved
Before the ship leaves port and at all times during the voyage, all life-saving appliances shall be in working order and ready for immediate use. During lifeboat lowering for drills, port side life boat suffered damage to its removable bracket hung fenders from an allusion with the lowered gangway. Crew was able to fix temporarily so that lifeboat could be stowed. Determine extent of damage to brackets and fiberglass associated with the system. Make permanent repairs to satisfaction of ABS. 74SOLAS (20) III/20.2
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 30 January 2024
Resolved 13 February 2024
Resolution: Vessel repairs completed, details provdided to CG.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 29 December 2023
Resolved
The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Vessel found with leaking water lines over electrical transformers in the crew laundry.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 30 January 2024
Resolution: Finding accepted by ABS, temporary repair allowed until next dry-dock.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilators, air pipes, casings
Issued 29 December 2023
Resolved
The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Vessel found with holes in the galley supply duct, adjacent to the fire dampers on deck 6 and in the house supply duct also on deck 6.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 30 January 2024
Resolution: Finding accepted by ABS, temporary repair allowed until next dry-dock.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 29 December 2023
Resolved
Before the ship leaves port and at all times during the voyage, all life-saving appliances shall be in working order and ready for immediate use. Vessels port lifeboat found with an open bucket of fuel oil, fuel on the deck and a deteriored engine fuel line causing a hazard to the safe operation of the lifeboat.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 30 January 2024
Resolution: Finding accepted by ABS. Repair completed to the satisfaction of attending surveyor.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 29 December 2023
Resolved
The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Vessel found with patch on the service air line in the stbd fan control room.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 30 January 2024
Resolution: Finding accepted by ABS. Repair completed to the satisfaction of attending surveyor.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency fire pump and its pipes
Issued 29 November 2023
Resolved
The ship shall be provided with fire pumps, fire main system, hydrants, and hoses complying with Regulation 5 of this Chapter and the following requirements: In a ship of 1,000 gross tonnage and upwards shall be provided with two independently powered driven power pumps. In a ship of 2.000 tons gross and upwards this alternative means shall be affixed emergency fire pump independently driven. This pump shall be capable of supplying two jets of water to the satisfaction of the Administration. During inspection, vessel was not able to get emergency fir pump up to operating pressure. Repair to satisfaction of ABS.
74 SOLAS II-2/52(b)(ii)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 14 December 2023
Resolution: Class accepted as conditon and oversaw repairs.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 29 November 2023
Resolved
Every oil fuel suction pipe from storage, settling, or daily service tank situated above a double bottom shall be fitted with a cock or valve capable of being closed from outside the space concerned. Fuel shut off valve for emergency generator fuel tank was found to be leaking. Repair to satisfaction of ABS.
74 SOLAS II-2/54(c)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 7 December 2023
Resolved 14 December 2023
Resolution: Class accepted and oversaw repairs.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 25 October 2023
Resolved
The ship shall be provided with fire pumps, fire main system, hydrants, and hoses complying with Regulation 5 of this Chapter and the following requirements: In a ship of 1,000 gross tonnage and upwards shall be provided with two independently powered driven power pumps. In a ship of 2.000 tons gross and upwards this alternative means shall be affixed emergency fire pump independently driven. This pump shall be capable of supplying two jets of water to the satisfaction of the Administration. Vessel experienced a loss or cooling water on emergency fire pump rendering it inoperable for a sustained amount of time. Additionally, Marine Inspectors found a fan cooling the overcurrent protection switch on the emergency fire pump generator switchboard. Make repairs to the satisfaction of ABS and report completion of repairs prior to carriage of cargo.
74 SOLAS II-2/52(b)(ii)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 13 November 2023
Resolution: Accepted and resolved by ABS.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 25 October 2023
Resolved
If reports from an authorized classification society indicate that a vessel does not comply with applicable international treaties and agreements, the classification society's class rules, and the U.S. supplement prepared by the classification society and accepted by the Coast Guard, the cognizant OCMI may decline to issue a certificate of inspection. Vessel participates in the Alternative Compliance Program, but has not maintained the surveys and certificates that demonstrate compliance with international treaties and agreements required by the program. Marine Inspector has declined to endorse the COI for annual endorsement until vessel is in compliance with all requirements of this regulation. Make the necessary repairs and surveys required prior to scheduling ACP Annual Oversight Inspection with this office and prior to carriage of cargo. 46 CFR 8.440(d)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 13 November 2023
Resolution: Accepted and resolved by ABS.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Functional requirements
Issued 1 March 2023
Resolved
At least three two-way VHF radiotelephone apparatus shall be provided on every cargo ship of 500 gross tonnage and upwards. Two of the six provided life boat radios were found to have expired batteries.74 SOLAS (20) III/6.2.1.1
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Accepted by class.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Fire protection systems
Issued 1 March 2023
Resolved
Fire extinguishing appliances in new and existing cargo ships shall be kept in good order and available for immediate use at all times during the voyage. The vessel's AFFF fire extinguishing agent is expired.60 SOLAS 66
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Accepted by class.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Fire protection systems
Issued 1 March 2023
Resolved
Fire extinguishing appliances in new and existing cargo ships shall be kept in good order and available for immediate use at all times during the voyage. The vessel has expired span gas for the fireman's outfits portable gas meters. The gas meters are unable to be calibrated IAW manufacturer's instructions.60 SOLAS 66
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Accepted by class.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 1 March 2023
Resolved
Where necessary, relatively tight compartments such as refrigeration spaces, paint lockers, etc., shall be provided with suitable means for relieving excessive pressure accumulating within the compartment when the carbon dioxide is injected. The door facing the cargo area in the Emergency Generator Compt opens inwards.U.S. Supplement
ABS Rules 01 June 2003 74 SOLAS II-2/10.4 FSS Code Ch. 5.2.2
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Accepted by class.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 1 March 2023
Resolved
In cargo ships of 1,600 gross tonnage and upwards the Administration shall ensure that the lighting of the alleyways, stairways, and exits is such that the access of all persons on board to the launching stations and stowage positions of lifeboats and liferafts is not impeded. The emergency lighting fixture in the Steering Gear Compartment emergency escape path was found to be inoperable.60 SOLAS 38
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Accepted by class.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 1 March 2023
Resolved
The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons onboard. The vessel is using existing 220 VAC shipboard outlets to permanently install step-down 110VAC transformers using the equipments portable cable. 74 SOLAS (20) I/11
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Accpeted by class.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 1 March 2023
Resolved
The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons onboard. An unlabeled electrical switch was found to be in unserviceable condition in the vicinity of the Port lifeboat.74 SOLAS (20) I/11
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: Accepted by class.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 28 February 2023
Resolved
The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The 4th deck guillotine door suffered a hydraulic leak causing damage to the door and hydraulic ram. Make repairs to the satisfaction of RO.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 19 April 2023
Resolution: ABS class report provided detailing acceptance of discrepancy.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Freeboard marks
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
ICLL (1966), Annex I, Reg. 5 – The load line mark shall be placed amidships, vertically below the deck line mark. The load line mark is not located vertically below the deck line mark.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Individual dogs on multiple hinged watertight doors were out of adjustment following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Launching arrangements for survival craft
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The existing Crosby wedge and socket assemblies for both the port and starboard lifeboat davits are not ABS type approved and are not USCG approved.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - corrosion
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Multiple areas of scaling and rust discovered throughout vessel following recent ABS survey, including cargo holds and main deck areas.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The steering gear expansion tank leaks readily following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Multiple lights are either burned out, extinguished, or flickering following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The guard for the rotating machinery on the bilge pump is missing following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. There is non-approved equipment installed, including: bilge piping, a bilge pump, a connection to the boiler blowdown piping, and a cam-lock on the waste oil tank top following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The emergency exit from steering space is extinguished and several emergency lights were not labeled properly following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Bulkhead wire penetrations to the steering space were not sealed properly following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The fixed CO2 extinguishing piping in the purifier room does not have installed clean-out at least 2 inches beyond last nozzle following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire-dampers
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Ventilation closure in the purifier space is missing and dog is broken following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The number 2 Booster Pump controller junction box in the purifier space is installed incorrectly and wiring not installed inside the connector box following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The D/O purifier wiring not installed inside the connector box following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. An electrical outlet box was not installed properly and was lying on the VIDMAR cabinet following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The E-light yellow strobe mount located stbd aft on the engineroom 1st deck was broken and not mounted properly following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The insulation around the boiler blow-down was soaked with oil following recent ABS survey. Repair oil leak and replace oil-soaked insulation.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Return CO2 fire extinguisher to bracket located next to the #2 Ballast Pump following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Nitrogen bottle located forward of #3 salt-water pump as not secured properly following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The smoke detector located in the engineroom, forward on the port side was not installed properly following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The discharge horn on the semi-portable fire extinguisher located in the engineroom was crushed and cracked following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The junction box located in the stbd generator space was not mounted properly and had improperly installed wires following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The transfer pump located in the stbd bulkhead in the stbd generator space had exposed wires and wires not properly terminated following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Junction box M13B located on the inboard port bulkhead in the stbd generator space has improperly installed wires and is hanging by the wires following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Junction box M14B located on the inboard port bulkhead in the port generator space has improperly installed wires and is hanging by the wires following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Dead-end wires located aft, stbd side in the port generator space following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Ventilation (Working spaces)
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Ventilation closure located on the port side of the port generator space is missing a dog following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Dead-end wires located at cylinder 7 of the main engine following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Functionality of Safety Systems
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The EEBD is missing from the holder located on the 4th deck of the engineroom following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Breaker panel located on the 4th deck of the engineroom is missing the cover following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Return CO2 fire extinguisher to bracket located in the engine control room following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The lifebuoy brackets located on the port and stbd bridgewings are wasted and tearing away from the rail following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The drum guard on the stbd lifeboat is wasted at several connection points following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. The emergency light located on the port boat-deck, inboard is missing the bulb and cover following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 23 August 2019
Resolved
SOLAS 74 (2014 Cons) CH I, Reg. 11 – The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Dead-end wires located behind washer near breaker panel P-70 in the crew laundry space following recent ABS survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2019
Resolved 18 February 2020
Resolution: TPO accepted
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 6 November 2018
Resolved
Fire fighting systems and appliances shall be kept in good working order. Spool Piece on discharge side of #1 Fire Pump has pin hole leak. Replace damaged spool piece.74 SOLAS 2014 Cons. II-2/14.2.1.2
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 January 2019
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Steam pipes and pressure pipes
Issued 6 November 2018
Resolved
The Condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Steam pipe for the clean out valve connected to the starboard sea chest sea valve is corroded through.74 SOLAS 2014 Cons. I/11.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 January 2019
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 6 November 2018
Resolved
The Condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Electrical cable improperly mounted and ran from EDG control panel to EDG battery charger. Cable is not secured and travels through the webbing over a knife edge in the overhead. Properly install cable.74 SOLAS 2014 Cons. I/11.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 January 2019
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Documentation-ISM
Issued 6 November 2018
Resolved
The company should establish and maintain procedures to control all documents and data which are relevant to the safety management system. Observed low temperature cooling pump taken apart with system tagged out with none of the fields on the tags completed. Reviewed Lock Out/Tag out Log and found C/E not properly auditing tags and program not being properly maintained. Tags were being used, however incomplete information was being filled out and not IAW the ships SMS.
74 SOLAS (2014)IX/5, ISM CODE 11.1
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 6 November 2018
Resolution: C/E read the SMS regarding proper Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 28 September 2018
Resolved
Maintenance, testing, and inspection of lifesaving appliances shall be carried out in a manner having due regard to ensuring reliability of such appliances. Vessels lifeboat found with inoperable fixed bilge pump. Vessel shall ensure all required equipment is in good working order. (74 SOLAS 2014 Cons. III/20.3.1)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 28 September 2018
Resolution: Vessel procured replacement bilge pump and installed/tested satisfactory.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 28 September 2018
Resolved
Before the ship leaves port and at all times during the voyage all lifesaving appliances shall be in working order and ready for immediate use. Vessels lifeboats found with multiple missing / deteriorated / tangled seat belts. Vessel shall ensure all seat belts are installed and operable. (74 SOLAS 2014 Cons. III/20.2)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 28 September 2018
Resolution: Vessel installed replacement seatbelts; two belts unable to be repaired; seperate deficiency issued.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 28 September 2018
Resolved
Fire protection systems and firefighting systems and appliances shall be maintained ready for use. Identified multiple fire stations disconnected from the fire main and/or with disconnected nozzels. Vessel shall ensure all stations are ready for use. (74 SOLAS 2014 Cons. II-2/14.1.1)
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 28 September 2018
Resolution: Utilizing monthly checklist; crew inspected and re-connected all fire station hoses and nozzels.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Gangway, accommodation-ladder
Issued 26 September 2018
Resolved
The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulaions to ensure the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons onboard. Vessel found with heavily deteriorated port gangway arm support and suspected modified stbd gangway arm support. Vessel shall make repairs to both foundations to original construction, or provide plans for modified renewal to ensure the safety of all persons needing access to the vessel. (74 SOLAS 2014 Cons. I/11)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 28 October 2018
Resolved 6 November 2018
Resolution: Temp repairs installed, permanent to be completed at drydock. See ABS report SF3574072.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 26 September 2018
Resolved
Before the ship leaves port and at all times during the voyage all lifesaving appliances shall be in working order and ready for immediate use. Vessels port bridge wing bouy found missing required waterlight. Waterlight was subsequently found relocated to the internal stbd side of the bridge. Vessel shall properly mount the waterlight at its required position. (74 SOLAS 2014 Cons. III/20.2)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 28 October 2018
Resolved 6 November 2018
Resolution: Waterlight mounted, see ABS report SF3566807.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifeboats
Issued 26 September 2018
Resolved
Maintenance, testing, and inspection of lifesaving appliances shall be carried out in a manner having due regard to ensuring reliability of such appliances. Vessels#1 lifeboat missing two seatbelts. Vessel shall ensure belts are repaired. 74 SOLAS 2014 Cons. III/20.3.1
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 October 2018
Resolved 6 November 2018
Resolution: Seatbelts provided, see ABS report 3566807.
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of the ship and equipment
Issued 26 September 2018
Resolved
The company should establish procedures to ensure that the ship is maintained in conformity with the provisions of the relevant rules and regulations. Vessel found with lifesaving equipment in poor material condition and with inadequate records of required maintenance. Vessel's Saftey Management Certificate shall be subject to an external audit focused on the maintenance of lifesaving. ISM Code Part A/10.1
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 28 October 2018
Resolved 6 November 2018
Resolution: Audit completed, see ABS report SF3574072.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I) › Storage
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Remove lifesaving label from equipment storage on bridge
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 16 April 2018
Resolution: Corrected on-the-spot
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Re-fasten guard to prevent falls into MDE stbd stack
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Lifesaving › Lifeboat › Propulsion Starting System
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Provide means to ensure both lifeboat engine boxes do not contact alternator rotating assembly
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected on-the-spot
Lifesaving › Inflatable Liferafts › Weak Link
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Replace wasted liferaft strap stbd
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 16 April 2018
Resolution: Corrected on-the-spot
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Door
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Replace exterior door leading to stbd lifeboat
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Fans
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Prove proper operation of all cargo fan control lights, function, and sensors
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Door
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Prove proper operation of vent door closure at stbd main deck ladder well entrance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Pipe Flange
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Provide proper closure for abandoned wire penetration at stbd main deck ladder well entrance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 16 April 2018
Resolution: Corrected on-the-spot
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Ventilation Fire Dampers
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Prove proper operation of vent closure at V14/32S
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Fire Fighting › Fire Main › Condition
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Determine serviceability of fire main due to necked down areas at wasted pipe hangers IWO port/stbd stations fwd, then renew hangers/pipe as necessary
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Air Pipe
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Repair gooseneck vent at V36/38SE
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Provide proper outlet for galley refrigerator
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Fire Fighting › Fire Pumps › Arrangement
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Replace vent valve on emergency fire pump strainer
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Duct Hatches
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Prove proper operation of main cargo space ventilation trunk closures located in forward vent house
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Non-conducting Deck Covering
Issued 16 April 2018
Resolved
Provide non-conductive mat behind switchboard
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › General Alarm
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
General alarm contact maker in aft steering is inoperable; repair and prove proper operation. Cite: 2014 SOLAS I/11(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Resolution: See ABS report SF3416874.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Door
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
The following 04 weather deck doors found deteriorated on the lower coamings rendering them non-watertight; stbd midships winch hydraulic room, port & stbd midship fan control rooms, and the fwd crane pedestal door. Make repairs to doors and coamings as needed to return to original condition. Cite: 1960 SOLAS II/17(a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (emergency) › Generator
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Fuel oil lead identified on the emergency diesel generator; identify and repair leak. Cite: 2014 SOLAS I/11(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 16 April 2018
Resolution: Corrected.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Door
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Hospital door to 5 aft deck found deteriorated and seized closed in a non-weathertight condition. Make repairs to door to return to original condition. Cite: 2014 SOLAS I/11(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Generator
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Deterioration and suspected hole identified in the exhaust pipe of SSDG#3; make repairs as needed to return to vapor tight condition. Cite: 2014 SOLAS I/11(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 18 April 2018
Resolution: Corrected.
Fire Fighting › Fire Hoses › Condition
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Fire station 63 found disconnected and not ready for use; make station ready. Cite: 2014 SOLAS II-2/14.2.1.2
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Resolution: See ABS report SF3416874.
Fire Fighting › Structural Fire Protection - General › Structural Bulkhead Construction
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Multiple through deck penetrations discovered in the converter room on the navigation bridge deck that did not possess structural fire protection. Restore appropriate fire boundary in accordance with the CAPE HORN fire control plan. Cite: 2014 SOLAS I/11(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 18 April 2018
Resolution: Corrected.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Found port quarter stern lifebuoy light not working. Restore to proper operation. Cite: 2014 SOLAS III/20.2
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Resolution: See ABS report SF3416874.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Immediately Available
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Found stbd quarter stern lifebuoy light bracket in poor condition. Repair or replace bracket to ensure adequate light support. Cite: 2014 SOLAS III/20.2
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Resolution: See ABS report SF3416874.
Fire Fighting › Fire Hoses › Connections
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Found multiple fire stations missing spanner wrenches. Replace all missing spanner wrenches. Cite: 2014 SOLAS II-2/14.1
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Resolution: See ABS report SF3416874.
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Ventilation Fire Dampers
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
The engine room dampers on the starboard stack were unable to fully close. Repair dampers so that they can completely shut. Cite: 1960 SOLAS II/27(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Resolution: Dampers repaired, verified by USCG
Lifesaving › Lifeboat › Fire Protection (general)
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Found port lifeboat fuel tank gaskets deteriorated. Replace fuel tank gaskets. Cite: 1960 SOLAS III/9(a)(ii)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 16 April 2018
Resolution: Corrected.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I) › Condition
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Found numerous lifejackets without proper marking, whistles, and lights. Remove non-compliant lifejackets or bring them into compliance. Cite: 2014 SOLAS III/20.2
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Resolution: See ABS report SF3416874.
Lifesaving › Launching Appliances › Davit
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Found deteriorated stbd lifeboat davit pudding block. Replace pudding block. Cite: 2014 SOLAS III/20.2
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 16 April 2018
Resolution: Corrected.
Lifesaving › Lifeboat Equipment › First Aid Kit
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Found expired aspirin in the stbd lifeboat. Replace expired medication. Cite: 1960 SOLAS III/11(a)(xvii)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Resolution: See ABS report SF3416874.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Door
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Found exterior door leading out to stbd side weather deck #7 unable to close. Make repairs to return door to original condition. Cite: ILLC1966 Reg16(4)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Resolution: See ABS report SF3416874.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Found multiple exposed wires emerging from the bulkhead/deck in the electrical trunk room on deck #8. Remove or secure wiring to negate personnel hazard. Cite: 2014 SOLAS I/11(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 16 April 2018
Resolution: Corrected.
Fire Fighting › Structural Fire Protection - General › Accommodation Space Protection
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Found ethernet cable penetrating #400 stateroom bulkhead on deck #8 without any structural fire protection. Restore appropriate fire boundary in accordance with CAPE HORN fire control plan. Cite: 2014 SOLAS I/11(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 16 April 2018
Resolution: Corrected.
Electrical › Lighting (service) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Found overhead light covers missing in the following rooms; electrical trunk room on deck #8, service locker on deck #7, and the narrow passage way in front of the galley that stores cleaning equipment. Replace missing light covers. Cite: 2014 SOLAS I/11(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 16 April 2018
Resolution: Corrected.
Deck/Cargo › Cargo Stowage › General
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Found wasted I beam used to support container weight fwd of the #20 fire station on #4 deck. Renew material to adequately support container weight IAW with CAPE HORN cargo stowage manual. Or update cargo stowage manual to reflect that containers will not be stored on that beam. Cite: 2014 SOLAS I/11(a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 September 2018
Resolution: Corrected, see ABS Statutory and Recommendation Reports in Documents.
Fire Fighting › Structural Fire Protection - General › Cooking Area
Issued 20 November 2017
Resolved
Found rope holding back galley door preventing prooper structural fire protection boundary. Remove rope.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Resolution: See ABS report SF3416874.
Lifesaving › Launching Appliances › Davit
Issued 25 October 2017
Resolved
Conduct 1.1x "B" weight test of lifeboat davits following repairs.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 9 November 2017
Resolution: Witnessed sat weight tests.
Fire Fighting › Structural - A Class Divisions › Doors
Issued 22 November 2016
Resolved
The fire screen doors in main stirway trunk, decks 5-8 have distorted frames and connot be properly adjusted to self close. They also have kick out panels that are held in place with silicone or duct tape. The doors do not meet A-0 boundary requirements as indicated in 46 CFR 72.05-10 or NVIC 9-97 ch 1, Structural Fire Protection. Replace all.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 1 April 2017
Resolved 7 December 2016
Resolution: Doors repaired and found satisfactroy