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USNS MAJ. STEPHEN W. PLESS

Freight Ship · Ro-Ro Cargo Ship class · Built 1980s · USCG East District (CGD-E)

USNS MAJ. STEPHEN W. PLESS is a 1983 freight ship. The Coast Guard has recorded 62 inspections since 2016, most recently in September 2024, along with 73 deficiencies — 3 with no resolution recorded — and 21 casualty investigations between 2006 and 2018.

Records from 2006 to 2024. Most recent: inspection, 30 September 2024.

Built
1983
Last inspected
30 September 2024
Documentation
Not in the documentation file of 10 August 2026
Inspections
62
Deficiencies
73 recorded · 3 without a recorded resolution
Controls
None recorded without a removal date
Casualties
21 investigations · 2006–2018
Also recorded as
1 other name

Coast Guard record current through 23 August 2026, retrieved 5 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Ro-Ro Cargo Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 2016.

Inspection record

Last inspected 30 September 2024
Recorded inspections62
…physical examinations33
…administrative events13
…with no type recorded16
Deficiencies 73 recorded · 3 without a recorded resolution
…past their stated due date3
Operational controls None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record 7 calendar years (2016–2024)
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded. A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a deficiency is outstanding. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not years in service. What Maury does not do.

Identity

US Official No.
655332
IMO number
7912123
Call sign
NSWP
MISLE id
246980
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-246980

Documentation record

Tonnage as PSIX records it45408 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
29091 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
13622 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
18895 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
25408 - Dead Weight, Ton
This hull's Official Number is not in the NVDC file dated 10 August 2026 as served by NOAA Fisheries, so no documentation record is shown. Absence from that file is a fact about the file, not about the hull.
Vessel history report
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Every recorded inspection, 2016 to 2026 for this class, in one chronology · every deficiency, with system, dates and resolution · operational controls imposed and removed · every name this hull has been recorded under · the vessels it was inspected alongside, and when · how its record compares with hulls of similar age and size, as a fact about the population and never a judgement about this vessel.

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Inspection history · 62

30 September 2024 Load Line/Change of Employment
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8011581
16 February 2021 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7141193
17 August 2020 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7035368
22 June 2020 ACP COI Oversight · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6983503
1 October 2019 In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6826146
30 September 2019 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6826448
28 March 2019 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Commandant (CG-5P-TI) · Activity 6689779
21 March 2019 In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6650293
18 March 2019 Periodic Inspection · ACP COI Oversight · ACP Handover Survey
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6645387
28 February 2019 In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6634643
22 February 2019 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6630559
22 February 2019 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6630578
11 February 2019 In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6623985
1 February 2019 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6619526
29 November 2018 In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6588942
13 November 2018 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6579738
6 November 2018 Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6575789
5 November 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6690459
2 November 2018 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6573127
1 November 2018 Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6572823
15 October 2018 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6561420
15 October 2018 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6561615
13 October 2018 In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6560637
12 October 2018 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6559986
11 October 2018 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6559224
26 September 2018 In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6549726
18 September 2018 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6543425
17 September 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6546076
13 September 2018 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6539334
19 July 2018 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6484501
22 June 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6453722
13 June 2018 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6443128
7 June 2018 Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6436573
6 June 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6590049
4 June 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6435152
17 May 2018 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6422238
4 May 2018 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6405777
4 May 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6547041
24 April 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6398363
24 April 2018 ACP Periodic Oversight · Periodic Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6400929
24 April 2018 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Commandant (CG-5P-TI) · Activity 6407953
23 April 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6397302
14 April 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6400439
13 April 2018 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6391191
5 April 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6408318
5 April 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6408848
5 April 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6408947
23 February 2018 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6360292
30 October 2017 ACP Additional Oversight – Risk Assessment
Administrative · Commandant (CG-5P-TI) · Activity 6299436
29 August 2017 ACP Additional Oversight – Risk Assessment · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6261502
10 August 2017 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6236652
24 May 2017 ACP COI Oversight · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6150069
23 January 2017 In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6075473
5 October 2016 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6017013
12 May 2016 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5910839
1 April 2016 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Inspections Unit Singapore · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5844903
9 March 2016 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Activities Far East · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5922149
27 February 2016 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · ACP Periodic Oversight
Physical examination · Marine Inspections Unit Singapore · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5823646
26 February 2016 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Activities Far East · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5823648
25 February 2016 ACP Periodic Oversight · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Inspections Unit Singapore · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5821563
27 January 2016 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Activities Far East · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5804940
27 January 2016 ACP Periodic Oversight · Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Activities Far East · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5805835

Deficiency record · 73

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 25 June 2020 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. LB #1 rudder needs repaired, loose handhold, unsecured exhaust cover and loose through-hull flange. Total persons allowed reduced to 135. 74 SOLAS (14) III/20.2
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 July 2020
Resolved 2 July 2020
Resolution: Accepted by ABS.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 25 June 2020 Resolved
The low pressure CO2 pre-discharge time delays are not adjusted to delay settings iaw OCMI approval letter for KOCAK class vessels. Resolve prior to carrying cargo. 74 SOLAS (14) I/11(a)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 2 July 2020
Resolution: Accepted by ABS.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Safety Management Certificate (SMC/ ISM)
Issued 25 June 2020 Resolved
Safety Management Certificate shall be issued to every ship. Vessel does not have a valid SMC; provide a valid SMC to the satisfaction ot the attending CG Marine Inspector. 74 SOLAS (14) IX/4.3
Action required: 702 - Prior to embarking on international voyage
Resolved 17 August 2020
Resolution: Vessel provided valid ABS issued Safety Management Certificate.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 25 June 2020 Resolved
Condition of the ship and equipment shall be maintained to provisions of present regulations to ensure ship is fit to proceed to sea without danger to ship or persons onboard. Troubleshoot smoke system power failure alarm on bridge. 74 SOLAS (14) I/11(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 July 2020
Resolved 2 July 2020
Resolution: Accepted by ABS.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 25 June 2020 Resolved
Condition of ship and equipment maintained to ensure no danger to ship or crew. Wasted kick pipes at aft bulkhead of LP CO2 space. Port shore power box outside LP CO2 space has wasted mounts. Wasted potable water line outside 2nd deck engine room space. 74 SOLAS (14) I/11(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 July 2020
Resolved 2 July 2020
Resolution: Accepted by ABS.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - corrosion
Issued 25 June 2020 Resolved
Condition of the ship and equipment shall be maintained to provisions of present regulations to ensure ship is fit to proceed to sea without danger to ship or persons onboard. Deck iwo lifeboat #4 at boat deck level is wasted. Wastage on deck around and under "C" switchboard in engine room. 74 SOLAS (14) I/11(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 July 2020
Resolved 2 July 2020
Resolution: Accepted by ABS.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Stowage of cargo
Issued 25 June 2020 Resolved
Condition of the ship and equipment shall be maintained to provisions of present regulations to ensure ship is fit to proceed to sea without danger to ship or persons onboard. Number 8 cargo hold door inboard ram leaking hydraulic fluid. 74 SOLAS (14) I/11(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 July 2020
Resolved 2 July 2020
Resolution: Accepted by ABS>
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilators, air pipes, casings
Issued 25 June 2020 Resolved
Condition of the ship and equipment shall be maintained to provisions of present regulations to ensure ship is fit to proceed to sea without danger to ship or persons onboard. Watertight exhaust closure to shaft alley cannot be operated remotely, it's to remain closed u/w until auto control is restored. 74 SOLAS (14) I/11(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 July 2020
Resolved 2 July 2020
Resolution: Accepted by ABS.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency steering position com./ compass reading
Issued 25 June 2020 Resolved
Condition of ship and equipment maintained to ensure no danger to ship or crew. Sound powered phone on bridge did not audibly sound. 74 SOLAS (14) I/11(a)
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 25 June 2020
Resolution: Sound powered phone on bridge wing was repaired by ship's electrician.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 25 June 2020 Resolved
Lifesaving appliances and arrangements shall be approved by the Administration. Bridge wing self-activating smoke signals are not Coast Guard approved. 74 SOLAS (14) III/4.1
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 25 June 2020
Resolution: Coast Guard approved self-activating smoke signals were procured and installed on bridge wing lifebuoys.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 25 June 2020 Resolved
Posters or signs shall be provided in the vicinity of survival craft to illustrate procedures for operating the appliance and give instructions or warnings. Port, aft liferaft launching station had no instructions posted. 74 SOLAS (14) III/9.2.3
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 25 June 2020
Resolution: Vessel crew installed new poster with instructions for launching liferafts.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 25 June 2020 Resolved
Condition of ship and equipment maintained to ensure no danger to ship or crew. Missing and wasted handrails iwo firestation Nos. 45 & 49. 74 SOLAS (14) I/11(a)
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 25 June 2020
Resolution: Ship's crew installed new handrails at firestation Nos. 45 & 49.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 25 June 2020 Resolved
Condition of ship and equipment maintained to ensure no danger to ship or crew. Wasted deck mounts for ladder outside LP CO2 space. 74 SOLAS (14) I/11(a)
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 25 June 2020
Resolution: Deck mounts for ladder were renewed.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifeboats
Issued 29 November 2018 Resolved
All open lifeboats are to be inspected IAW MISB-004-18 Job Aid.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 1 May 2019
Resolved 30 April 2019
Resolution: CIC started with defs noted
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifeboats
Issued 29 November 2018 Resolved
#4 Lifeboat shaft union sheared a pin and the hose between packing gland and shaft log is delaminating and cracking. Replace to OEMs recommendations.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 30 May 2019
Resolved 25 June 2020
Resolution: Cleared at COI inspection; Activity 6983503.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifeboats
Issued 29 November 2018 Resolved
#4 Lifeboat has an exhaust leak in the bellow from the turbo, replace to OEM recommendation.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 30 May 2019
Resolved 25 June 2020
Resolution: Cleared at COI inspection; Activiy 6983503.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifeboats
Issued 29 November 2018 Resolved
#2 Lifeboat has an exhaust leak aft of the manifold that is leaking cooling water too. repair to OEM specs.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 30 May 2019
Resolved 25 June 2020
Resolution: Cleared at COI inspection; Activity 6983503.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifeboats
Issued 29 November 2018 Resolved
#3 lifeboat's hose between packing gland and shaft log is delaminating and cracking. Replace to OEMs recommendations.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 30 May 2019
Resolved 25 June 2020
Resolution: Cleared at COI inspection; Activity 6983503.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifeboat inventory
Issued 29 November 2018 Resolved
Lifeboats had only 5% of thermal protective aids, all boats should be outfitted with 10%.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 30 May 2019
Resolved 25 June 2020
Resolution: Cleared at COI inspection; Acitvity 6983503.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifeboats
Issued 29 November 2018 Resolved
Place all primary lifesaving equipment into ready for sea positions
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 30 May 2019
Resolved 25 June 2020
Resolution: Cleared at COI inspection; Activity 6983503.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 6 November 2018 Resolved
Vessel had a flare back in starboard boiler uptake causing damage and making it inoperable. Repair and show proper operation to the satisfaction of the attending ABS Surveyor.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 6 February 2019
Resolution: Received Surveyor's Report #NN3604773 attesting to satsifactory repairs were made.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency source of power - Emergency generator
Issued 1 November 2018 Resolved
Vessel reported emergency generator would not start. Show proper operation of emergency generator to satisfaction of attending ABS Surveyor prior to departure.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 20 March 2019
Resolution: ABS & USCG were in attendance jointly & witnessed satisfactory operation.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 13 September 2018 Resolved
The main and auxiliary machinery, electrical installations and other equipment are in all respects satisfactory for the service the ship was intended. One of the ships primary electrical generators has an inoperable turbo. Complete repairs to the satisfaction of the class society. At least one diesel generator and the steam turbine generator shall be proven operable prior to departure. 74 SOLAS Chpt 1/ reg 11
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 2 November 2018
Resolution: Received ABS Surveyor [name withheld]3577517.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Circuit Breaker
Issued 4 May 2018 Resolved
Vessel reported bus tie between main switchboard and emergency switchboard not functioning correctly. Repair bus tie to the satisfaction of class. (SOLAS 60 I/11.)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 4 June 2018
Resolved 20 March 2019
Resolution: ABS & USCG were in attendance jointly & witnessed satisfactory operation.
Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System › Quantity of CO2
Issued 4 May 2018 Resolved
LPCO2 tank level is less than required. Check for leaks and top off system to the satisfaction of ABS Surveyor and prior to getting underway.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 4 May 2018
Resolved 6 February 2019
Resolution: Received Surveyor's Report #NN3604773 attesting to satisfactory repairs.
Personnel › Certificates/Documents/Licenses › License, Master
Issued 25 April 2018 Resolved
Upon activation vessel to provide MMCs for all crew members when vessel is fully crewed iaw COI manning to USCG inspector.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 3 October 2019
Resolution: Vessel met minimum safe manning IAW their COI.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Marine Charts
Issued 25 April 2018 Resolved
Vessel doesn't keep up to date charts and pubs due to ROS. Vessel is to provide charts and pubs prior to activation to USCG inspector.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 3 October 2019
Resolution: Vessel provided up to date charts and publications.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Abandon Ship
Issued 25 April 2018 Resolved
Vessel is to conduct drills to USCG inspector prior to activation.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 3 October 2019
Resolution: Vessel completed satisfactory fire and abandon ship drill.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › Watertight Subdivision Standard
Issued 25 April 2018 Resolved
In all cases of watertight doors, indicators shall be fitted which show whether the doors are open or closed. Watertight door indicator bulbs on bridge are inoperable. Repair to the satisfaction of class. SOLAS 74 I/11
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 12 September 2018
Resolution: Cleared to satisfaction of attending Marine Inspector.
Fire Fighting › Structural - A Class Divisions › Control Stations
Issued 25 April 2018 Resolved
Open pipe penetrations through the deck within the electronics room below the speed log panel and the CO2 pull station on the bridge were found. Verify there is a sufficient amount of fire stop to enclose structural fire protection boundary penetrations to the satisfaction of class. SOLAS 74 I/11
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 25 April 2018
Resolution: Crew placed additional approved fire stop material in the boundary penetrations.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Guards for Exposed Hazards
Issued 25 April 2018 Resolved
The screen guard for the upper CO2 bottle storage space exhaust fan was wasted away, presenting a rotating machinery hazard to the crew. Rectify to the satisfaction of class. SOLAS 74 I/11
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 10 September 2018
Resolution: Exhaust Fan screen was replaced to satisfaction of class.
Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System › Operating Controls
Issued 25 April 2018 Resolved
Firefighting systems and appliances shall be kept in good working order. The primary release station for the bosuns stores, located within the CO2 bottle storage space, was missing its safety glass. Rectify to the satisfaction of class. 74 SOLAS (12) II-2/14.2.2.1.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 25 April 2018
Resolution: Crew placed type approved glass in the pull station.
Lifesaving › Embarkation Appliances/Stations › Accessability
Issued 25 April 2018 Resolved
Muster and embarkation stations shall be adequately illuminated. Number 1 lifeboat embarkation station light is broken off its mount. Repair to the satisfaction of class. SOLAS 74 III/19
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 25 April 2018
Resolution: Embarkation light was reinstalled as designed and for its intended use.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type II) › Storage
Issued 25 April 2018 Resolved
The lifejacket donning instruction placards found throughout the vessel were not updated for the type II lifejackets in use. 74 SOLAS III/25
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 25 April 2018
Resolution: Crew posted the required up to date donning instructions throughout the vessel.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (auxiliary) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 25 April 2018 Resolved
Ship service generator crank case breather vent on number 3 lifeboat deck found to be wasted. Repair to the satisfaction of class. SOLAS 74 I/11.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 10 September 2018
Resolution: Repaired to the satisfaction of class
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Circuit Breaker
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
Numerous breakers on the emergency switchboard were identified as not working properly. Repair to the satisfaction of class. 74 SOLAS II-1/26
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 10 September 2018
Resolution: Emergency switchboard breakers were over hauled to the satisfaction of class
Electrical › Lighting (emergency) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
Emergency lighting at the e-gen switchboard was inoperable. Repair to the satisfaction of class.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 10 September 2018
Resolution: Was Repaired to the satisfaction of class.
Fire Fighting › Remote Fuel Shutoff › General
Issued 24 April 2018 No resolution recorded
Remote operated fuel valves were observed to not function properly. Repair & demonstrate proper operation to the satisfaction of class. 74 SOLAS II-1/26
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018 — due date passed with no resolution recorded
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Interface Detector
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
Shaft alley bilge high level alarm was not operational. Repair & demonstrate proper operation to the satisfaction of class. 74 SOLAS I/11
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 17 May 2018
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Ventilation Fire Dampers
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
Engine room automatic fire dampers were not ready for inspection. Demonstrate proper operation of all dampers to the satisfaction of class & USCG prior to getting underway. 74 SOLAS I/11
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 1 June 2018
Stability › Watertight Integrity › Watertight Subdivision Standard
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
Mechanical watertight door indicator on the 2nd deck is inoperable. Repair & demonstrate to the satisfaction of class. 74 SOLAS I/11
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 12 October 2018
Resolution: Received documentation attesting that the CG-835 requirement was cleared ABS surveyor [name withheld] on 9 October 18.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Pump
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
Starboard steering gear pump was found leaking hydraulic oil excessively. Repair and demonstrate proper operation to the satisfaction of class. 74 SOLAS I/11
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 10 September 2018
Resolution: Repaired and cleared to the satisfaction of class.
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Fixed Containment
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
Steering gear room was found with excessive amounts of oil on the deck. Clean up for inspection to the satisfaction of class. MARPOL Annex 1 Reg. 6.4.1
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 10 September 2018
Resolution: Room was degreased and found satisfactory to Class Surveyor
Engineering › Freshwater System (air cooling) › Level Control
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
Emergency generator radiator was missing its cap. Replace to the satisfaction of class. 74 SOLAS I/11
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 10 September 2018
Resolution: Cap was replaced tpo the satisfaction of class.
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Sewage System Piping
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
MSD overboard discharge was found unsecured. Secure overboard discharge to the satisfaction of class. 33 CFR 159.7
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 10 September 2018
Resolution: Verified by ABS Surveyor
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Oily Water Separator (15 ppm)
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
OWS was not avaailable for inspection by USCG. Make OWS available for inspection to the satisfaction of class & USCG. MARPOL Annex 1 Reg 14
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 11 October 2018
Resolution: Witnessed full operation of the OWS.
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Oily Residue (sludge/slop) Tank
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
Oil wast tanks were at full capacity. Remove/pump oil wast to a reception facility or have OWS repaired & inspected to the satisfaction of class prior to getting underway. MARPOL Annex 1 Reg 6.4.1
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 10 September 2018
Resolution: No. 5P and No.5S were verified in slack condition
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Panelboard
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
Lower machinery space, starboard power panel, breaker #6 was found broken. Repair to the satisfaction of class. 74 SOLAS I/11
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 10 September 2018
Resolution: Repaired and tested to the satisfaction of class
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Panelboard
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
Workshop power panel P4 #6 breaker for the cargo hold A/C compressor was found broken. Repair to the satisfaction of class. 74 SOLAS I/11
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 10 September 2018
Resolution: Repaired and tested to the satisfaction of class
Electrical › Lighting (emergency) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
Emergency escape lighting in way of the emergency fire pump was broken. Repair to the satisfaction of class. 74 SOLAS I/11
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 17 May 2018
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Portable Electric Equipment/Appliances
Issued 24 April 2018 No resolution recorded
Extensive amounts of work tools are scattered throughout the engine room. Secure tools for sea prior to getting underway to the satisfaction of the CGMI. 74 SOLAS I/11
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 25 May 2018 — due date passed with no resolution recorded
Operations/Management › Bilge/Bilge System Management › Control of Excess Water
Issued 24 April 2018 Resolved
Excessive amounts of water was observed in the shaft alley and engine room. Remove water from bilges to the satisfaction of class. MARPOL Annex 1 Reg 6.4.1
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 May 2018
Resolved 17 May 2018
Fire Fighting › Fire Main › Material
Issued 27 February 2018 Resolved
Vessel has dime-sized hole in the fire main pipe near frame 65 on the 2nd deck. Repair fire main pipe to the satisfaction of class and the U.S. Coast Guard. 74 SOLAS 14 II-2/10.2.1.2
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 12 March 2018
Lifesaving › Lifeboat › Propulsion Engine
Issued 23 February 2018 Resolved
Vessel's no. 4 lifeboat is inoperable. 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. Repair lifeboat to the satisfaction of class and the USCG. 74 SOLAS 14 III/20.2
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 23 February 2018
Resolved 24 April 2018
Resolution: Witnessed a satisfactory test of the #4 lifeboat engine during the ACP targeted oversight inspection.
Lifesaving › Lifeboat › Propulsion Engine
Issued 23 February 2018 Resolved
Vessel's No. 1 lifeboat has a water leak from a cracked lube oil cooler. Repair lifeboat to the satisfaction of class and the U.S. Coast Guard.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 5 March 2018
Resolved 17 May 2018
Lifesaving › Lifeboat › Propulsion Starting System
Issued 23 February 2018 Resolved
Vessel's No. 2 lifeboat has a hydraulic leak on the pressure accumulator for the starting mechanism. Repair lifeboat to the satisfaction of class and the U.S. Coast Guard.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 10 April 2018
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Door
Issued 1 December 2017 No resolution recorded
Means for securing and maintaining weather tightness shall be to the satisfaction of the administration. The arraignment shall ensure that the tightness can be maintained in any sea condition. 13 dogs for cargo hatch covers not operating, (2) 3AS, (3) 3CS, (3) 2AC, (2) AS and (3) 1S. Prove proper operation of all hatch dogs to attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector prior to carrying cargo. L/L CH II Reg 16 (4)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 29 January 2018 — due date passed with no resolution recorded
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Ventilators
Issued 30 November 2017 Resolved
All access openings in bulkhead at ends of enclosed superstructures shall be fitted with doors of steel and weather tight when closed. Make repairs to the WTD's for cargo ramp stern door, LP CO2 room and port and starboard focsle. L/L CH II Reg 12 (1)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Ventilators
Issued 30 November 2017 Resolved
Ventilators passing through superstructure other than enclosed superstructure shall have substantial constructed comings of steel or other equivalent material at the freeboard deck. Make repairs to ventilation ducting through bulkhead port side weather deck by accom. ladder aft of LP CO2 room. L/L CH II Reg 19 (2)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Door
Issued 30 November 2017 Resolved
Cargo ports and other similar openings in the sides of ships below the freeboard deck shall be fitted with doors so designed as to ensure weather tightness. Make repairs to starboard side bunkering side shell door gasket and knife edge. L/L CH II Reg 21 (1)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Deck Plating
Issued 30 November 2017 Resolved
Openings in freeboard decks shall be protected by enclosed superstructure and weather tightness Make repairs to deck penetration under accom. ladder console, cement temp repair installed for transit. L/L CH II Reg 18 (2) PRIOR TO CARGO OPS
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 29 January 2018
Resolved 12 March 2018
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Ventilation Fire Dampers
Issued 30 November 2017 Resolved
All ventilation systems shall be capable of being closed from outside the space, make repairs to engine room STB exhaust, port supply and starboard supply ventilation louvers. 74 Solas CH II-2 25 (c)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Ventilators
Issued 30 November 2017 Resolved
Ventilators passing through superstructure other than enclosed superstructure shall have substantial constructed comings of steel or other equivalent material at the freeboard deck. Make repairs to ventilation ducting through bulkhead in upper LP CO2 compartment. L/L CH II Reg 19
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 November 2017
Lifesaving › Lifeboat › Propulsion Engine
Issued 30 November 2017 Resolved
On each side of the vessel at least one boat with compression ignited engine capable of carrying each person onboard. Lifeboat #3 engine not operating. Solas 74 CH III Reg 9 (a) (i), not to carry more than 48 persons. PRIOR TO CARGO OPS
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 29 January 2018
Resolved 11 April 2018
Fire Fighting › Structural - A Class Divisions › Machinery Spaces
Issued 30 November 2017 Resolved
Where class "A" divisions are pierced for the passage of electrical cables, arraignments shall be made to ensure fire resistance not impaired, Properly run cable from engine room to engineering state rooms, temp fire stop installed. Solas 74 CH II-2 Reg 23 (a) PRIOR TO CARGO OPS
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 29 January 2018
Resolved 25 April 2018
Resolution: Deficiency was cleared by [name withheld] on 24 April 2018.
Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System › Operating Controls
Issued 30 November 2017 Resolved
When carbon dioxide is used as an extinguishing medium both for cargo and machinery spaces of class A the quantity of gas need not be more than the maximum required. Correct discharge time delay bottle for hold #2. Solas 74 CH II-2 Reg 8 (d) (iv) PRIOR TO CARGO OPS
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 29 January 2018
Resolved 27 February 2018
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 30 November 2017 Resolved
Cables and wiring shall be installed and supported in such a manner to avoid chafing or other damage. Mount electrical boxes for engine room supply ventilation port and starboard actuators, use approved boxes. Solas Ch II-2 Reg 45 5.5 PRIOR TO CARGO OPS
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 29 January 2018
Resolved 25 April 2018
Resolution: Deficiency was cleared by [name withheld] on 25 April 2018.
Lifesaving › Lifeboat › Embarkation/Disembarkation Capabilities
Issued 30 November 2017 Resolved
Each lifeboat shall be provided with an appliance which is capable of launching and recovering the lifeboat. Prove launching and recovery of Lifeboat #3 break/clutch/bearing, not to carrying more than 48 passengers. Solas CH III Reg 16.2 PRIOR TO CARGO OPS
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 29 January 2018
Resolved 13 April 2018
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Ventilators
Issued 30 November 2017 Resolved
Ventilators passing through superstructure other than enclosed superstructure shall have substantial constructed comings of steel or other equivalent material at the freeboard deck. Make weather tight natural ventilation covers port and starboard side focsle, temp seal for transit. L/L CH II Reg 19 PRIOR TO CARGO OPS
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 29 January 2018
Resolved 25 April 2018
Resolution: Deficiency was cleared by [name withheld] on 25 April 2018.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Abandon Ship
Issued 24 May 2017 Resolved
As the vessel is in an ROS status, vessel crew must demonstrate fire and abandon ship drills to the satisfaction of the CG MI prior to port departure.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 August 2017
Resolution: Drill performed to the satisfaction of attending CGMI.
Personnel › Certificates/Documents/Licenses › License, Master
Issued 24 May 2017 Resolved
As the vessel is in an ROS Status and minimally manned, vessel crew must present all licenses and endorsements as required by the COI to the satisfaction of the CGMI prior to port departure.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 August 2017
Resolution: All MMC valid for crew.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Marine Charts
Issued 24 May 2017 Resolved
As the vessel is in an ROS status, vessel crew must present current and corrected charts and publications to the satisfaction of the attending CG MI prior to port departure.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 August 2017
Resolution: All charts for voyage verfied to be good.
Operations/Management › Vessel Safety Management › Maintenance of Ship/Equipment
Issued 23 January 2017 Resolved
Vessel's Annual ACP Oversight Exam was due to be completed prior to 29 Nov 2016. Complete all Administration surveys req'd by applicable IMO Conventions to the satisfaction of an attending ABS surveyor, and complete an Annual ACP Oversight Exam to the satisfaction of an attending USCG Marine Inspector, prior to sailing.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 23 January 2017
Resolved 24 May 2017
Resolution: Vessel completed ACP Annual survey.

Casualty record · 21

18 February 2006Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Investigation (non-casualty) · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 2601934
22 August 2008Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3443326
8 December 2008Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3377930
24 August 2009Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3577574
21 September 2009Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3602875
28 February 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · 1 dead · activity 3953756
20 December 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4214273
31 May 2014Routine · role: Moored/Anchored in Vicinity of Primary Subject · activity 4878182
27 January 2016Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 5804940
26 February 2016Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 5823648
9 March 2016Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 5922149
5 April 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6408318
5 April 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6408848
5 April 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6408947
23 April 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6397302
24 April 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6398363
4 May 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6547041
6 June 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6590049
22 June 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6453722
17 September 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6546076
5 November 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6690459
Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.

Recorded names · 1

MAJ. STEPHEN W. PLESS (2006–2008). Names as the Coast Guard recorded them in incident records, with the years they appear; some are renames and some are spelling variants.

Ownership record

The Coast Guard's documentation record for this hull -- the Abstract of Title, with its owners and liens as filed -- is not in PSIX. Ask, and Maury buys it from the National Vessel Documentation Center, files it here with its date, and every reader of this page gets it.