THE LILLIE

Flexible nonmetallic hose may be used in lube oil, fuel oil and fluid power systems, subject to the following requirements:(i) Flexible hose may only be used at a pressure not to exceed the manufacturer's rating and must have a high resistance to saltwater, petroleum oils, and vibration;(ii) Flexible hose runs must be visible, easily accessible, protected from mechanical damage, and must not penetrate watertight decks or bulkheads;(iii) Flexible hose must be fabricated with an inner tube and a cover of synthetic rubber or other suitable material reinforced with wire braid; and(v) For the purpose of flexibility only, flexible hose installed in lengths of not more than 760 millimeters (30 inches) and subject to pressures of not more than 35 kPa (5 psig), may meet the following requirements:(A) Suitable compression type connection fittings may be accepted;(B) Flexible hose designed for use with hose clamps may be installed with two clamps, at both ends of the hose, which:(1) Do not rely on the spring tension of the clamp for compressive force; and(2) Are installed beyond the bead or flare or over the serrations of the mating spud, pipe, or hose fitting; and USCG Type A1, A2, B1, or B2 flexible hose may be accepted in accordance with 33 CFR part 183 subpart J. Install proper hose on the hydraulic return line for the vessels paddle wheel. Make system available or provide proof to marine inspector.

Remote fuel shut off stations shall be marked in at least 1-inch letter indicating purpose of the valve and direction of operation. Valves not labeled, label valves as mentioned above. OLD (T)

Covered metal trash containers shall be provided. Replace plastic trash can with metal trash can. 46CFR177.30-7 (d) (OLD T)

A vessel of more than 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length, but not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet), must carry a minimum of one life buoy of not less than 610 millimeters (24 inches) in diameter. Please arrange life ring buoys in accordance with this site. 46 CFR180.70, 46CFR180.70 (b) (5)

A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio) installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communications Commission, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. Vessel needs updated call sign and all pertinent certificates. 46CFR184.502

Vessels carrying more than 49 passengers and not more than 65 feet must have a fixed bilge pump capable of dewatering at 25 GPM. Bilge pump was unable to dewater the aft two compartments.

Alcohol testing must be conducted on each individual engaged or employed on board the vessel who is directly involved in the SMI within 2 hours. Alcohol test swabs were not onboard.

The master and crew of a vessel will be familiar with the content of and have mounted at the operating station, emergency instructions containing the actions to be taken in the event of fire, heavy weather, or man overboard conditions. emergency instructions do not adequately represent the actins the crew will take in an emergency situation.

A vessel with a power driven main steering gear must be provided with a rudder angle indicator. The RAI did not represent the position of the rudders.

Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions. Power to the forward ramp is supplied by a battery.

Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions. Lights on the port and starboard bow are not adequately housed and supported. The wiring under the helm is not properly supported.

All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the International and Inland Navigation Rules. the strn light is inoperable and the masthead light is not properly wired or supported.

An exposed hazard, such as gears or rotating machinery, must be properly protected by a cover, guard, or rail. The belt housing on the Port and stbd generators are exposed.

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. The port generator needs to be wiped dur to excess oil.

Visual distress signals shall be in a watertight box marked "Distress Signals". The VDS are not properly stored.

Starboard paddlewheel inoperable.

Bilge system is not getting any suction. Bilge pumps could not be tested.

crew was not provided with fixed or portable means to communicate with the navigation bridge during emergencies (fire, MOB). Visual between the navigation bridge and first deck where MOB is maneuvered and picked up is limited.

Repair inoperable port engine temperature gauge.

Re-label breakers in distribution panel forward compartment.

Add 2 additional red flares or 3 smoke signals

Mount BII fire extinguisher in the wheelhouse in a proper bracket.

Provide proof of enrollment in drug consortium.