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PURA VIDA DIVER

PURA VIDA DIVER is a 2000 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 55 inspections since 2000, most recently in February 2026, along with 190 deficiencies, 5 operational controls and 1 casualty investigation in 2014.

Records from 2000 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 10 February 2026.

Built
2000
Last inspected
10 February 2026
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
Controls
None recorded without a removal date

Identity

WDK4819
Flag
UNITED STATES
367319470
Maury page id
psix-2496

Inspections, by type

…with no type recorded1
Years with a record 26 calendar years (2000–2026)
The 55 inspections in the strip above, split by the kind of activity the US Coast Guard recorded. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not years in service. What Maury does not do.

Coast Guard record current through 13 September 2026, retrieved 18 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Passenger Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 1977.

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)46.0 ft × 16.0 ft × 7.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 34 / net 27
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderNEWTON BOATS, INC · SLIDELL, LA, UNITED STATES · built 2000
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portFAJARDO, PR
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 28 April 2026 · expires 30 April 2027
Service, as the file records itPassenger (Inspected)
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it34 - Simplified, Gross Ton
27 - Simplified, Net Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 September 2026, matched to this hull on its Official Number. Registered and ITC measurements are two systems and are never combined. One snapshot is held so far; documentation history begins with the next.

Radio station licence

WDK4819MMSI 367319470 · active · compulsorily equipped · granted 18 September 2018, expires 18 September 2028
WDK4367MMSI 368054440 · cancelled · compulsorily equipped · granted 11 August 2018, cancelled 16 August 2018
WDE2033MMSI 367319470 · expired · compulsorily equipped · granted 24 October 2007, cancelled 26 May 2018
WDA9800MMSI 366869130 · cancelled · voluntarily equipped · granted 19 September 2002, cancelled 5 October 2007
FCC Universal Licensing System ship-station file of 6 September 2026, matched to this hull on its US Official Number. Status and dates are the file’s own. The licensee is not read from the file and is not shown. A lapsed licence’s MMSI is still the number the vessel transmitted under while it was valid.

Inspection history · 55

10 February 2026 COI Inspection · DAPI Audit · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8302098
22 September 2025 Deficiency Check · Hull Examination · Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8239299
28 May 2025 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8146490
4 December 2024 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8042964
20 November 2024 Plan Review "T" Boat
Administrative · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8037778
1 July 2024 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7946597
24 June 2024 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7923319
11 September 2023 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7789214
1 June 2023 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7701075
3 November 2022 Plan Review "T" Boat
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7588850
1 June 2022 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7457078
23 September 2021 Damage Survey · Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7318387
12 June 2021 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7223097
26 March 2021 COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7152128
19 June 2020 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6980832
4 December 2019 Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6865241
17 June 2019 Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6713597
2 August 2018 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6459448
15 September 2017 Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6282493
1 August 2017 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6227745
13 June 2017 Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6174256
19 April 2017 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6128043
17 April 2017 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6128534
27 July 2016 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5954425
29 March 2016 DAPI Audit · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5842526
24 March 2016 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5839772
2 December 2015 Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5774024
6 June 2014 Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4880873
10 July 2012 Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4375296
2 July 2012 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4364537
13 June 2012 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4343115
6 June 2012 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4336283
27 July 2011 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4102125
13 July 2011 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4079758
17 February 2010 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 3680845
11 March 2009 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 3431864
6 May 2008 Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 3200197
7 November 2007 Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 3094406
19 October 2007 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 3083233
19 October 2007 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 3083239
28 August 2006 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2762051
2 May 2006 Deficiency Check · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2628125
21 March 2006 Deficiency Check · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2606676
28 April 2005 COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Juan · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2358954
18 August 2004 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · MSO SAN JUAN · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2169585
28 May 2004 Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO SAN JUAN · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 2080658
12 May 2003 Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO SAN JUAN · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1791504
7 November 2002 Damage Survey
Physical examination · MSO SAN JUAN · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1703433
9 July 2002 Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO SAN JUAN · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1642700
9 April 2002 Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO SAN JUAN · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1603306
10 September 2001 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO SAN JUAN · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1362438
24 August 2001 Plan Review "T" Boat
Administrative · MSO SAN JUAN · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1071205
20 June 2001 Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO SAN JUAN · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1441882
3 May 2000 Initial Certification
Physical examination · MSO SAN JUAN · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1460426
11 April 2000 Initial Construction-Excluding Oversight · Hull Examination · Plan Review "T" Boat
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1456818

Deficiency record · 190

99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 10 February 2026 Resolved
Each collision bulkhead must not be fitted with any type of penetration or opening except penetrations may be made if they are located as high and as far inboard as practicable and they have a means to make them watertight. The collision bulkhead had a penetration that was not watertight. Make the penetration watertight.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 February 2026
Resolved 2 March 2026
Resolution: Sealed
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Health protection, medical care?)
Issued 10 February 2026 Resolved
An Employment Assistance Program (EAP) training program must be conducted for the employer's crewmembers and supervisory personnel. The training program must include at least the following elements: the effects and consequences of drug and alcohol use on personal health, safety, and work environment; the manifestations and behavioral cues that may indicate drug and alcohol use and abuse; and documentation of training given to crewmembers and the employer's supervisory personnel. Supervisory personnel must receive at least 60 minutes of training. Provide evidence of training for owner/captain (Supervisory), and crewmembers (non-supervisory), and provide evidence of training to the USCG.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 February 2026
Resolved 19 February 2026
Resolution: Sumbitted evidence of program completion.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 10 February 2026 Resolved
Each ring life buoy must be marked with Type II retroreflective material approved in accordance with 46 CFR 164.018. The life buoy did not have retroreflective tape.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 February 2026
Resolved 2 March 2026
Resolution: Retroreflective material was installed.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved
Generalized pitting and corrosion found and marked in several areas of the aluminum topside railing, near the operating station. Repair or replace. Code 705C Prior dry dock credit.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 December 2025
Resolved 28 November 2025
Resolution: Welded
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-op. damage
Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved
Wood rot and wood deterioration was found in two deck support frames in the toilet space, above the storage racks. Crop, renew and apply a wood preserver. Code 705C prior dry dock credit.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 December 2025
Resolved 28 November 2025
Resolution: Cropped and renewed
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 29 May 2025 Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection giving consideration to protection against fire. The bulkhead between the engine room and steering gear compartment had 03 penetrations with visible gaps allowing for the passage of CO2 if pre-engineered fire extinguished required deployment
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 30 May 2025
Resolution: 03 penetrations filled with fire retardant foam. spaces sealed to the satisfactory of the attending Marine Inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 29 May 2025 Resolved
Each portable fire extinguisher on a vessel must be of an approved type. The minimum number of portable fire extinguishers required on a vessel must be acceptable to the cognizant OCMI. The portable fire extinguisher located in the accommodation space was not filled to the appropriate capacity as indicated on the gauge, leaving vessel with 2/3 fire extinguishers required on board.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 29 May 2025
Resolution: New fire extinguisher purchased and replaced uncharged fire extinguisher. Found satisfactory to attending Marine Inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 29 May 2025 Resolved
Each life jacket must be marked with Type I retroreflective material approved in 46 CFR 164.018 or other standard specified by the Commandant. The retroreflective tape on 06 child sized lifejackets was visible worn and had no retroreflective intensity.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 29 May 2025
Resolution: All of 06 childrens lifejackets with worn retroreflective tape replaced with new lifejackets to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 29 May 2025 Resolved
A hatch exposed to the weather must be watertight. The hatch into the center compartment was not watertight due to worn out gasket.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 29 May 2025
Resolution: Gasket replaced to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 24 June 2024 Resolved
A vessel not required to have a power driven fire pump must have at least three 2.5 gallon) buckets, with an attached lanyard satisfactory to the cognizant OCMI, placed so as to be easily available during an emergency. The words “FIRE BUCKET” must be stenciled in a contrasting color on each bucket. Vessel was found to have in place fire buckets of more than 2.5 gallons. 46CFR181.610 16C
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2024
Resolved 18 July 2024
Resolution: Vessel corrected the fire buckets.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Scuppers, inlets and discharges
Issued 24 June 2024 Resolved
At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, and other hazardous situations must be corrected. A possible down-flooding point was identified in the portside top railing stern quarter due to a missing cap/vent scoop. 46 CFR 176.830, 16C
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2024
Resolved 18 July 2024
Resolution: Owner installed new scupper.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 24 June 2024 Resolved
Electrical connections and terminations to all conductors must retain the original electrical, mechanical, flame-retarding, and, where necessary, fire-resisting properties of the cable. Multiple dead-end wires were found underneath the operating station and not servicing any electrical equipment, and with expose electrical wiring without not being secured. 46 CFR 111.60-17, 16C.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2024
Resolved 8 August 2024
Resolution: Wires properly secured.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 24 June 2024 Resolved
Before getting underway on a voyage or as soon as practicable thereafter, the master of a vessel shall ensure that suitable public announcements are made informing all passengers of the following: (1) The location of emergency exits, survival craft embarkation areas, and ring life buoys; (2) The stowage location(s) of life jackets; (3) The proper method of donning and adjusting life jackets of the type(s) carried on the vessel including a demonstration of the proper donning of a lifejacket, (4) The location of the instruction placards for life jackets and other lifesaving devices; (5) That all passengers will be required to don life jackets and other lifesaving devices. (6) That all passengers will be required to don life jackets when possible hazardous conditions exist, as directed by the master. Vessel crew failed to cover all information required to announce to the passengers in the safety briefing. 46 CFR 185.506, 16C
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2024
Resolved 18 July 2024
Resolution: Conducted training to ensure that suitable public announcements are made informing all passengers of required emergency instructions.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 24 June 2024 Resolved
Each portable fire extinguisher on a vessel must be of an approved type. Portable fire extinguishers brackets were found too small for the extinguisher not allowing easy stowage and retrieval; also not to be the approved bracket for the extinguisher model, according with extinguisher manufacturer. 46 CFR 181.500, 16C
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2024
Resolved 18 July 2024
Resolution: Installed new approved brackets.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Cargo Ship Safety Radio (including exemption)
Issued 24 June 2024 Resolved
FCC Radio Telephony Safety Certificate was found to have the Call Sign to be incorrect. Contact a certified FCC Technician to re-issue the certificate and provide copy to an attending USCG Marine Inspector. 46 CFR Part 80.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2024
Resolved 24 June 2024
Resolution: FCC Technician corrected the call sign and resubmitted the certificate to USCG.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - cracking
Issued 24 June 2024 Resolved
At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, and other hazardous situations must be corrected. Forward starboard side railing stanchion was found lose, with a penetration in the fiber glass at its base where is secured to the deck. 46 CFR 176.830, 16C.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2024
Resolved 18 July 2024
Resolution: Properly fixed the crack on Forward starboard side railing stanchion.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 24 June 2024 Resolved
An inspection for renewal of a Certificate of Inspection is conducted to determine if the vessel is in satisfactory condition, fit for the service intended, and complies with all applicable regulations. It normally includes inspection and testing of the structure. A fracture at the top of the starboard gunwale, allowing the possibility of water intrusion. 46 CFR 176.404, 16C.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2024
Resolved 18 July 2024
Resolution: Properly fixed fracture at the top of the starboard gunwale.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 24 June 2024 Resolved
EAP education program must include: display and distribution of a community service hot-line telephone number for crew member assistance. EAP Placard was found expired, dated 2023. 46 CFR 16.401, 16C.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2024
Resolved 24 June 2024
Resolution: Updated EAP placard was placed in service.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
CG003: A Certificate of Documentation is required for the operation of a vessel in certain trades, serves as evidence of vessel nationality and permits. Any vessel of at least 5 net tons which engages in coastwise trade , must have a Certificate of Documentation bearing a valid endorsement appropriate for the activity in which is engaged. Vessel's current and valid original Certificate of Documentation was not available on board. 46 CFR67.1 & 67.7. 17C.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 9 June 2023
Resolution: A copy with a lletter from NVDC has been provided and vessel was found in copliance for having a COD. Original will be mailed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
07106: A Pre-Engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. The owner or managing operator shall provide satisfactory evidence of the required servicing to the USCG Marine Inspector. If any of the equipment or records have not been properly maintained, a qualified servicing facility must be required to performed the required inspections, maintenance procedures, and hydrostatic pressure tests. A tag issued by a qualified servicing organization, and attached may be accepted as evidence that the necessary maintenance procedures have been conducted. Current Pre-engineered clean agent CO2 cylinder was installed with pressure gauge and manufacture decal towards the bulkhead, and unable to read. The servicing certificate does not provide any information of what type of service was conducted, nor information on what was the last time cylinder was hydro tested. Cylinder also was recently painted and still shows areas of corrosion. 46CFR181.420(a)(4)/ 46CFR176.810(b)(1)/ 46 CFR176.830. 17C.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 5 June 2023
Resolution: A certificate of testing and maintenance was provided from a reputable company.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
11116: A vessel in a limited coastwise route must carry six hand red flare distress signals, six orange smoke distress signals with a USCG approval number under series 160.021; or each orange smoke distress signals can be substituted by either a rocket parachute or a hand red flare distress signal. Vessel was found without any orange smoke distress signals and missing 04 red hand flare distress signals. 46CFR180.68/46CFR176.830 17C.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: Vessel was found to have 12 red flares.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
13199: Fuel shut-off valves shall be installed so as to close against the fuel flow, must be fitted in the fuel supply lines. starboard side fuel shut-off valve was found not to be closing or opening all the way upon actuating, and cause the engine to shut-off in open position during man over board drill and sea trials. 46 CFR182.455(b)(4)/ 46CFR176.830 17C.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: A new fuel shut off valve was installed and tested.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
07116: Provisions must be made for closing all supply ducts openings for a space protected by a fixed gas extinguishing system. Portside closing device was found not closing completely due to a corroded lower support. 46CFR182.465(h)/ 46CFR176.830. 17C.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: Support was installed and ventilation damper covered all openings.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Cargo Ship Safety Radio (including exemption)
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
01104: At least one person is required to have a valid FCC VHF Radio Operator Permit on board a vessels carrying more than six passengers for hire in the open sea or any tidewater area of the United States. Current vessel licensed master is not holding, nor in possession of a FCC VHF Radio Operator's Permit, and in command of a vessel carrying passengers for hire since March 2023 according with the logbook. 47CFR Part 13/46CFR176.830. 17C.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 5 June 2023
Resolution: Evidence of a FCC Marine radio operator permit was submitted with master's information.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
02108: Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions, protect passengers, crew and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment and electrical shock. All ground cables in middle room, engine room and steering room have been found covered in sediments, lose, and wasted connectors. 46 CFR 183.200 (a)&(b)/ 46 CFR 176.830. 17C
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: All ground cable connectors have been cleaned, re-installed those deteriorated and connected properly.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
02108: Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions, protect passengers, crew and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment and electrical shock. Middle room, engine room steering room & VHF electric bus bars were found corroded, deteriorated with lose cable connections. 46 CFR 183.200 (a)&(b)/ 46 CFR 176.830. 17C
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: New bus bar terminal strips have been installed in all locations as idetified during the exam.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
10111: As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date: (1) Nautical chart, (2) U.S. Coast Pilot, (3) Coast Guard Light List, (4) Tide Tables, and (5) Current Tables. Extracts from the publications listed above for the areas to be transited may be provided instead of the complete publication. Vessel did not had on board the following: (1) updated nautical chart, (2) Current tables and (3) Coast Pilot, (4) Coast Guard Light list. 46 CFR 184.420 (a)&(b). 16C.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: All required publications were on board and updated.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
10111: The operator of each self-propelled vessel 12 meters (39FT) or more in length shall carry, on board and maintain for ready reference, a copy of The Rules for Navigation (COLREGS). Vessel does not have on board a copy of the Rules for Navigation. 33 CFR 83.01 (g). 16C.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: NavRules have been found on board.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Muster list
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
04108: 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. Posted emergency instructions were found faded and not posted for crew and passengers view. 46 CFR 185.510 (a). 16C
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: New emergency instructions have been provided.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Voyage or passage plan
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
10127: Before getting underway on a voyage or as soon as practicable thereafter, the master of a vessel shall ensure that suitable public announcements are made informing all passengers of the following: (1) The location of emergency exits, survival craft embarkation areas, and ring life buoys; (2) The stowage location(s) of life jackets; (3) Either: (i) The proper method of donning and adjusting life jackets of the type(s) carried on the vessel including a demonstration of the proper donning of a lifejacket, or (ii) That passengers may contact a crew member for a demonstration as appropriate, prior to beginning a voyage; (4) The location of the instruction placards for life jackets and other lifesaving devices; (5) That all passengers will be required to don life jackets when possible hazardous conditions exist, as directed by the master. The verbal emergency instructions performed by the master did not covered all the above required information that shall be provided to the master. 46 CFR 185.506, 16C.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: Vessel master articulated the prior to departure safety briefing with all the content as required by CFR.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
10109: A vessel of 12 meters (39FT) or more in length shall be provided with a whistle and a bell, all in accordance with the specifications in Annex III in the Navigation Rules. Diameter of the bell mouth shall be not less than 30mm. Whistle must have audibility range of 1 nautical mile. Vessel has no bell or whistle on board. Navigation Rules Part D, Rule 33, & annex III, 16C.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: A bell was installed at the operating station, and found a whistle.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
10109: All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the International and Inland Navigation Rules. Vessel stern light was found inoperable. 46 CFR 183.420/ 33 CFR 83.20, 16C.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: Vessel stern light was oprable.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
11108: Each life float must be fitted with two paddles of at least 4 feet in length, lashed to the life float and buoyant. Largest life float two paddles were wasted and fracture due to UV light exposure. 46 CFR 180.175 (d)(2), 16C.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: A new set of paddles were installed in the 2nd life float.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
11118: Placards containing instructions for the donning and use of the life jackets aboard the vessel must be posted in conspicuous places that are regularly accessible and visible to the crew and passengers. Only one donning placard was found, and lifejackets being carried on board are different model from the one displayed in the donning placard, which are [name withheld] brand. 46 CFR 185.516, 16C
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: Donning placard did latched with current pfds found on board.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
03107: A hatch exposed to the weather must be watertight, must be attached to the hatch frame or coaming by hinges, captive chains or other devices of substantial strength to prevent its loss. Forwards hatch was found leaking water when tested, and none of the hatches(forward, mid or stern were found secured to the hatch frame to prevent its loss. 46CFR 179.360(a)&(b)(2)/ 46 CFR 176.830, 16C.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: Water instrusion was corrected and all hatches have been connected to the hatch frame.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
13104:a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level. Bilge high water audio alarm was inoperable in the middle compartment. 46 CFR 182.530/ 46 CFR 176.830 / 16C.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: Audio alarm was found operable.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
99101: Glass and other glazing materials used in windows accessible to passengers and crew must be of material that will not break into dangerous fragments if fractured. Windows material in the passenger accommodation area were found fractured, broken and missing pieces. 46 CFR 177.1010 46 CFR 176.830, 16C.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: Windows have been repaired with new material.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
13101: Repairs and alterations to the machinery or equipment that affects the safety of the vessel must not me made without the approval of the USCG Officer in Charge of Marine Inspections. A coolant fluid reservoir bottle was removed from the vessel for the portside engine after it broke, and the other reservoir coolant fluid was found broken, without no any maintenance to repair and replace back into service as intended by vessel engine manufacturer's as designed. 46 CFR 176.700, 46 CFR 176.830, 16C
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: Both reservoirs were found installed and operational.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
13199: Machinery and equipment installed on each vessel must be suitable for the vessel and its operation and for the purpose intended. All machinery and equipment must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery failure. Both port and starboard diesel fuel filters were found to have an excessive amount of sediment-debris inside. 46 CFR 182.100/ 46 CFR 176.830 / 16C.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: Both fuel filter strainers have been cleaned.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
02108: Alterations and modifications, such as replacing extensive amounts of cabling, must comply with the regulations in 46 CFR 183.200 and 46 CFR 110. A large amount of dead-end wires, that have been cut or are not connected servicing any electrical component was found underneath the operating station, in the VHF console, in the engine room, middle room and steering room. 46 CFR 183/ 46 CFR 110/ 16C
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: dead-end wires have been fixed and removed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
07126: At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection the bilges and other spaces may be examined to see that there is no excessive accumulation of oil, trash, debris, or other matter that might create a fire hazard, clog bilge pumping systems. Upon removing the inspection port underneath the ladder that leads to the toilet, an accumulation of garbage (debris) was found. 46 CFR 176.830 (b)/ 16C.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: All trash and debris have been removed.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 1 June 2023 Resolved
18299: Immediately after the addressing of resultant safety concerns, the owner, agent, master, or person in charge of a vessel involved in a marine casualty shall notify the nearest Sector Office, Marine Inspection Office, or Coast Guard Group Office whenever a vessel is involved in a marine casualty. Master failed in answering the basic questions about a marine casualty reporting procedures, required hours-days for alcohol and drug testing following a marine casualty, the use of the USCG Form CG2692B, and how many days to submit report to the USCG. Vessel Master must undergo training in such requirements. 46 CFR 185.202/ 16C.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2023
Resolved 10 June 2023
Resolution: Vessel master was aware of reportng procedures and form.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 1 June 2022 Resolved
All machinery and equipment must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery failure, and personnel injury. Port and Starboard main diesel engines are leaking diesel fuel onto the engine compartment bilge. Sea trial and drills need to be completed before clearing code 17.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 6 June 2022
Resolution: Leaks identified to be coming from connection point from fuel lines into injectors. Seals were changed where evidence of leaking was found. Sea trials completed with no further sign of leaking diesel fuel.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 1 June 2022 Resolved
An adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried on board a vessel. At time of inspection, vessel had 39 serviceable adult life jackets of the 52 required per the COI. Passenger count reduced to 39.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2022
Resolved 3 June 2022
Resolution: 13 additional and serviceable life jackets added to vessel.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 1 June 2022 Resolved
Each survival craft must be in good working order and ready for immediate use at all times. Metal tube in the foot netting part of the 6 man life float was found corroded and broken. Requires replacement or repair. Passenger count shall be reduced to 40 on vessel until deficiency rectified.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2022
Resolved 13 June 2022
Resolution: Broken metal tube in life float netting repaired
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 1 June 2022 Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date charts and publications. At time of inspection charts and pubs were not on board.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2022
Resolved 6 June 2022
Resolution: Updated charts and pubs and placed on vessel
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of Fire protection systems
Issued 1 June 2022 Resolved
Machinery and equipment installed on each vessel must be suitable for the vessel and its operation and for the purpose intended. Engine compartment drainage pipe partially obstructs Port fuel shutoff valve from operation intended and is not in good marine practice.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2022
Resolved 6 June 2022
Resolution: Drainage pipe r-epositioned to fit space and not obstruct the operation of the fuel shutoff valve.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 1 June 2022 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards. Dead end wires identified overhead in the toilet space. Requires removal.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2022
Resolved 6 June 2022
Resolution: Dead-end wires removed.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 1 June 2022 Resolved
The marine employer must have a sufficient number of alcohol testing devices readily accessible on board the vessel to determine the presence of alcohol in the system of each individual involved in the SMI. Alcohol swab test on board were expired.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 June 2022
Resolved 12 July 2022
Resolution: Alcohol swabs received and placed into service aboard vessel.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 1 June 2022 Resolved
The person in command of a documented vessel must have on board that vessel the original Certificate of Documentation currently in effect for that vessel. COD on board vessel was past expiration date. COD renewal documentation required.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 1 June 2022
Resolved 1 June 2022
Resolution: COD renewal receipt provided with payment notification. Waiting on arrival of official document.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 1 June 2022 Resolved
Each item of lifesaving equipment determined by the marine inspector to not be in serviceable condition must be repaired or replaced. Ring life buoy was found with a wasted drain plug permitting water intrusion into the body of the ring. Requires replacement.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 1 June 2022
Resolved 1 June 2022
Resolution: Life buoy replaced with new one during inspection
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 1 June 2022 Resolved
Each vessel that operates beyond three miles from the coastline must have a category 1 EPIRB installed to automatically float free and activate. Hydrostatic release unit designed to allow the EPIRB to float free was found with an expired date. Requires replacement and cannot operate beyond 3 nautical miles until deficiency cleared.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 June 2022
Resolved 6 June 2022
Resolution: New hydrostatic release unit installed onto vessel
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 1 June 2022 Resolved
All machinery and equipment must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery failure, and personnel injury. Solenoids zip tied on both Port and STBD engines due to broken or missing screws need to be repaired/replaced.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 June 2022
Resolved 6 June 2022
Resolution: zip ties on Solenoids remove and secured properly with new screws.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 1 June 2022 Resolved
Each battery must be free from exposure to water splash or spray. Batteries in engine space require a cover.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 June 2022
Resolved 6 June 2022
Resolution: New battery covers installed
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - corrosion
Issued 12 June 2021 Resolved
Wet woods and angel hair on all beams in the engine compartment. Starboard side suffering severly.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 December 2021
Resolution: All rotted wood replaced.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 12 June 2021 Resolved
Navigation lights and navigation system non-operable.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 30 December 2021
Resolution: Nav light operating correctly.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 12 June 2021 Resolved
Insulation on the engine compartment hatches missing.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: issued in error.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 12 June 2021 Resolved
Water intrusion in the engine and forward compartments.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 December 2021
Resolution: Water intrusion identified and repaired.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 26 March 2021 Resolved
No marine employer shall engage or employ any individual to serve as a crewmember unless the individual passes a chemical test for dangerous drugs for that employer. Two (02) crew member have worked onboard without pre employment testing, being enrolled in consortium with company.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 26 March 2021
Resolved 23 April 2021
Resolution: Vsl provided evidence of 01 crewmember working with pre-employment test. Vessel cannot operate with other deckhand until evidence of pre-employment test and enrollment into Consortium confirmed.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF EPIRB
Issued 26 March 2021 Resolved
Each EPIRB must be tested monthly using integrated test circuit and output indicator. Logs showed EPIRB was not tested monthly, master confirmed.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 26 March 2021
Resolved 26 March 2021
Resolution: Test conducted by the master and logged.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Rigid liferafts
Issued 26 March 2021 Resolved
Each item of survival craft equipment must be good quality and efficient for the purpose it is installed to service. Potwarp lines deteriorated, replace on survival craft.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 26 April 2021
Resolved 11 May 2022
Resolution: Operator changed survival lines on survival craft.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 26 March 2021 Resolved
A vessel on which a pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system is installed must have the following equipment at the operating station. An audible alarm that sounds testing equipment, no audible alarm was observed/heard.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 26 March 2021
Resolved 23 April 2021
Resolution: Satisfactory test of audible alarm conducted.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 26 March 2021 Resolved
On a nonmetallic vessel, the neutral must be connected to the common ground except that aluminum grounding conductor must not be used. Grounding in stern steering space was broken in places. Check for grounding in steering and engine spaces/clean corrosion.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 26 April 2021
Resolved 30 December 2021
Resolution: Steering system adequately grounded.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 26 March 2021 Resolved
Exhaust piping must be properly supported by noncombustible hangers or blocks. Starboard side piping has broken hanger.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 26 April 2021
Resolved 11 May 2022
Resolution: Operator replaced broken support hanger
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 26 March 2021 Resolved
Flexible nonmetallic hose must be complete with factory assembled end fittings requiring no further adjustment of the fitting on the hose. Ensure meets SAE J-1475. Fuel hoses on both engines between engine body and filter were observe to be clamped on in place. Ensure hoses meet SAE J-1942.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 26 March 2021
Resolved 23 April 2021
Resolution: Observed SAE J-1475 and SAE J-1942 compliant hose and connection.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 26 March 2021 Resolved
A hatch cover must have securing devices. Forward hatch cover (bow) has wasted securing devices. Replace wasted securing arms.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 26 March 2021
Resolved 23 April 2021
Resolution: Observed newly installed hatch cover.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 26 March 2021 Resolved
Vessel must carry either a first aid kit approved under approval series 160.041 or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. The contents of the first aid kit were expired.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 26 March 2021
Resolved 23 April 2021
Resolution: Observed new 160.041 compliant 1st aid kit.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 26 March 2021 Resolved
Internal framing, plating or planking of the vessel is concealed, section of the lining, ceiling or insulation may be removed or parts otherwise probed or exposed so that the inspector may be satisfied as to the condition of the hull structure. Observed angel hair rot along all four (04) corner of the hatch covers to the engine space.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 26 April 2021
Resolved 30 December 2021
Resolution: Rotted wood replaced.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Rigid liferafts
Issued 26 March 2021 Resolved
Light must be a floating waterlight approve under approval series 161.010. The floating water must be attached around the body of the lifefloat by a 10 mm (3/8 inch) lanyard, resistant to deterioration from ultra-violet light5.5 meters (18 feet) in length. The lanyard was wasted and needs replacing.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 26 April 2021
Resolved 11 May 2022
Resolution: Operator replaced wasted lanyard
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 19 June 2020 Resolved
All machinery equipment must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery failure, and personnel injury. Port exhaust muffler is missing one metal mounting clamp.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2020
Resolved 7 July 2020
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 19 June 2020 Resolved
A visual alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level in normally unmanned spaces. The aft high bilge level visual alarm was inoperable.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2020
Resolved 7 July 2020
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 19 June 2020 Resolved
A vessel on a limited coastwise route must carry six red distress signals and six orange smoke distress signals. The vessel was not carrying sufficient distress signals.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2020
Resolved 7 July 2020
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 19 June 2020 Resolved
All GMDSS equipment capable of transmitting an automatic distress alert which includes the position of the ship must have either an integral navigation receiver or capability of being connected to an external navigation receiver. VHF radio does not display GPS coordinates. 47 CFR 80.1085(c)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2020
Resolved 7 July 2020
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 19 June 2020 Resolved
COLREGS Rule 27. The vessel did not have the international dive Code Flag "A".
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2020
Resolved 30 June 2020
Resolution: Vessel provided proof of purchase. Due to COVID-19, the flag will not arrive to Puerto Rico within 14 days.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 19 June 2020 Resolved
The official number of the vessel must be marked on some clearly visible interior structural part of the vessel. Vessel does not have official number permanently displayed.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 July 2020
Resolved 7 July 2020
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 19 June 2020 Resolved
Man overboard entries shall include a general description of the drill scenario and training topics. Drill logs are lacking details of the drill scenario.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 8 July 2020
Resolved 24 June 2020
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 2 August 2018 Resolved
Fuel line must have a remotely activated valve at the tank. The activation cable was seized on the port fuel tank and must be repaired to demonstrate proper operation to the satisfaction of attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 2 August 2018
Resolved 13 August 2018
Resolution: Remote activation cable lubricated to allow proper operation of fuel shut off valve
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 2 August 2018 Resolved
Each life float must be equipped with an approved light. The 6 person life float was not equipped with an approved light and passenger count has been reduced to 48 until the light is provided.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 2 August 2018
Resolved 14 August 2018
Resolution: Approved light added to the 6 PAX life float
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 2 August 2018 Resolved
Each engine must have a gauge at the operating station to indicate oil pressure. The port gauge was not working and must be repaired.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 16 August 2018
Resolved 27 August 2018
Resolution: Properly repaired
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 2 August 2018 Resolved
Each submersible bilge pump must be UL rated. The pump in the engine room is not and must be replaced with UL rated pump.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 16 August 2018
Resolved 13 August 2018
Resolution: Engine room submersible pump replaced with UL rated pump.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 2 August 2018 Resolved
wire connections must be made in an enclosure. There are multiple dead-ended wires in the void space forward of the engine room and the aft void.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 16 August 2018
Resolved 27 August 2018
Resolution: Removed dead ended wires throughout vessel
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 2 August 2018 Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 2 August 2018
Resolved 14 August 2018
Resolution: [withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 2 August 2018 Resolved
Vessel Call Sign changed since Radio Safety Certificate issued. Provide updated Radio Safety Certificate.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 August 2018
Resolved 2 August 2018
Resolution: Vessel Call sign is the same on the COI, Radio Station, and Radio Safety Certificate.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 7 November 2017 Resolved
Ground wire in aft void.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 30 January 2018
Resolution: Wire clampled.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 7 October 2017 Resolved
Check condition in fwd mid section void space beam supports.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 30 January 2018
Resolved 24 January 2018
Resolution: Condition of the fwd midsection beam supports is good.
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Gasket
Issued 6 October 2017 Resolved
Stbd side engine hatch missing fwd hydraulic lift.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 24 January 2018
Resolution: Stbd side engine hatch hydraulic lift has been replaced.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 6 October 2017 Resolved
check fiberglass damage in aft void space, port side hull near beam support.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 30 January 2018
Resolution: checked fiber glass damage in aft void space, port side hull near beam support
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Not Installed
Issued 6 October 2017 Resolved
Secure midsection frwd bilge pump.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 24 January 2018
Resolution: fwd bilge pump secured.
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Gasket
Issued 6 October 2017 Resolved
Adjust midsection forward hatch cover gasket into void space. Does not close properly.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 24 January 2018
Resolution: midsection fwd hatch was adjusted and closes properly.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 15 September 2017 Resolved
Seal port side bulkhead in engine space.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 24 January 2018
Resolution: Bulkhead in engine space has been properly sealed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 15 September 2017 Resolved
Clean out stbd grounding connection.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 24 January 2018
Resolution: Grounding connection in good condition.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-direct drive) › Exhaust Manifold
Issued 6 August 2017 Resolved
Repair exhaust leak on STBD Engine rebreather tube.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 11 August 2017
Resolved 15 August 2017
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-direct drive) › Injector (fuel injection)
Issued 1 August 2017 Resolved
Replace all 6 fuel injectors on the STBD Engine
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 6 August 2017
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-direct drive) › Exhaust Manifold
Issued 1 August 2017 Resolved
Engine exhaust temperature gauge is sporadic and must be replaced
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 11 August 2017
Resolved 15 August 2017
Communications › Radio Communications › VHF Radiotelephone
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
Captain did not have a copy of his Radio Operator Certificate onboard.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2017
Resolved 29 June 2017
Resolution: Captain was unable to find his Operator Permit and provided proof of requesting a new one.
Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System › Servicing
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
Vessel could not provide service record for the installed fire supression system
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 14 June 2017
Resolution: Had the fireboy serviced
Operations/Management › Passenger Operations › Safety Orientation
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
User Fees have not been paid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2017
Resolved 29 June 2017
Resolution: Provided proof of payment of user fees
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Documentation (CG-1270)
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
Vessel was erroneously given a COD with recreational endorsement
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2017
Resolved 14 June 2017
Resolution: Recieved COD with Coastwise endorsement
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Lifeline
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
Replace 6 pax LF lanyard with 18ft lanyard. Current lanyard is 6ft
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2017
Resolved 14 June 2017
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Deck Plating
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
Replace the rotten wood on the aft deck above the steering compartment.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 29 June 2017
Resolved 29 June 2017
Resolution: Satisfactory repairs completed
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion/auxiliary-electric) › Exhaust Manifold
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
Provide adequete support for Port and STBD mufflers
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 29 June 2017
Resolved 29 June 2017
Resolution: Provided double straps to support mufflers
Lifesaving › Work Vest › Quantity
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
Provide two portable lights onboard. Only one onboard
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 June 2017
Resolved 13 June 2017
Resolution: grabbed an extra light from the office
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Markings (ship name/port)
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
Add more retro reflective tape
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 June 2017
Resolved 13 June 2017
Resolution: Added one additional strip of retro-reflective tape
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
prove operation of lifebouy light.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 June 2017
Resolved 13 June 2017
Resolution: Changed the battery while MI onboard
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Cable
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
Remove dead ended wires in compartment fwd of E/R
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2017
Resolved 13 June 2017
Resolution: Wires removed before MI left vessel
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Bilge Alarm
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
E/R High water alarm not functioning.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2017
Resolved 13 June 2017
Resolution: Mechanic fixed before MI departure from vessel
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-electric) › Seal
Issued 13 June 2017 Resolved
Hose missing a double clamp
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2017
Resolved 13 June 2017
Resolution: Hose replaced and installed with double hose clamps on both ends.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Longitudinal Frame
Issued 29 March 2016 Resolved
Properly prep and seal crack in fiberglass underneath fuel tank in engine space and crack on ladder leading to Operating Station.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 April 2016
Resolved 18 April 2017
Resolution: Inspected fiberglass under fuel tank and repairs are acceptable. Note added concerning ladder to operating station.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Serviceable
Issued 29 March 2016 Resolved
Replace 25 passenger Lifefloat with new, approved lifesaving appliance.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 April 2016
Resolved 13 June 2017
Resolution: 25 pax life float was replaced with a used but serviceable life float.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Buoyant Lifeline
Issued 29 March 2016 Resolved
Replace lifeline on Ring Life Buoy with approved line at least 60ft in length.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 12 April 2016
Resolved 18 April 2017
Communications › Radio Communications › VHF Radiotelephone
Issued 29 March 2016 Resolved
Enter MMSI number in DSC-VHF Radio.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 12 April 2016
Resolved 18 April 2017
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 24 March 2016 Resolved
Vessel is prohibited from carrying passengers for hire until a Certificate of Inspection (COI) Inspections has been completed. Vessel was found in operations with current COI expired 18MAR2016.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 29 March 2016
Resolution: A COI inspection was scheduled on 25MAR2016. COI inspection was conducted on 29MARCH2016.
Operations/Management › Navigation Safety › Carriage of Charts and Publications
Issued 6 June 2012 Resolved
Provide up to date nautical chart and navigation publications.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 June 2012
Resolved 13 June 2012
Resolution: Vessel was in possesion of new updated charts and publications.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Magnetic Compass
Issued 13 July 2011 Resolved
Vessel is restricted to only daytime operations until compass light is repaired. 46 CFR 184.402
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 August 2011
Resolved 27 July 2011
Resolution: Replaced compass with the same as original, test sat.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Lifeline
Issued 17 February 2010 Resolved
Renew lifelines as needed on lifefloats.
Due 17 March 2010
Resolved 2 March 2010
Communications › Radio Communications › EPIRB
Issued 17 February 2010 Resolved
Replace hydrostatic release on EPIRB for float free operation, vessel is restricted 3 miles from shore until completed to the satisfaction of the attending USCG Marine Inspector.
Due 17 March 2010
Resolved 2 March 2010
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Valve Flange
Issued 6 May 2008 Resolved
Replace (1) 1 1/2 ball valve (through hull fitting)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 8 May 2008
Resolution: Purchased new ball valve and installed.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Transverse Frame
Issued 6 May 2008 Resolved
Repair frame in mid compartment near water tank. (Fax Repair proposal to USCG)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 20 May 2008
Resolution: Repaired frame according to proposal, SAT.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Side Shell
Issued 6 May 2008 Resolved
Repair crack 2 1/2 ft. in Cabin restroom.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 20 May 2008
Resolution: Repaired crack.SAT
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Transverse Bulkhead
Issued 6 May 2008 Resolved
Repair fiberglass portside engine room compartment (3 ft)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 20 May 2008
Resolution: Repaired fiberglass. Sat
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Weld
Issued 6 May 2008 Resolved
Repair cracks in alluminum deckhouse (fwd port & stbd).
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 13 May 2008
Resolution: repaired cracks and added (2) new support stanchions. Sat
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Weld
Issued 6 May 2008 Resolved
(Deckhouse) Make repairs to aluminum round pipe fwd/portside.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 21 May 2008
Resolution: Repaired,SAT
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-direct drive) › Bearing
Issued 6 May 2008 Resolved
Replace port and stbd stern bearings
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 8 May 2008
Resolution: replaced with new stern bearings.Sat
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Superstructure
Issued 6 May 2008 Resolved
Repair damage/dings on bow
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 20 May 2008
Resolution: Repaired, Sat.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Rudder
Issued 6 May 2008 Resolved
Both Rudders have excessive movement. Repair.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 13 May 2008
Resolution: replaced damaged bushings. sat
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Not Installed
Issued 7 November 2007 Resolved
Install bilge alarm indicators(lights)at operating station.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 19 November 2008
Resolution: Installed.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Float-free Link
Issued 7 November 2007 Resolved
Weak link for 6 man lifefloat is rated to high. Replace link to proper size.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 19 November 2008
Resolution: done.
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Valve Flange
Issued 7 November 2007 Resolved
Through hull fittings (2) in steering room do not have stop valves. Install stop valves and double clamp hoses.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 19 November 2008
Resolution: Done.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Deck Rail
Issued 7 November 2007 Resolved
Deck rails on stern are incomplete. Install proper railing and spacing iaw 46 CFR 177.900.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 19 November 2008
Resolution: Cleared
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Valve Flange
Issued 7 November 2007 Resolved
Through hull fitting (1) in steering compartment needs double clamped and pump removed.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 19 November 2008
Resolution: Done.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Magnetic Compass
Issued 7 November 2007 Resolved
Magnetic compass lightis inoperable. Repair/replace.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 19 November 2008
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 7 November 2007 Resolved
Replace wing nuts on batteries with proper hardware.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 19 November 2008
Resolution: Done.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Hose
Issued 7 November 2007 Resolved
Double clamp all hoses on both engines.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 19 November 2008
Resolution: Done.
Fire Fighting › Fire Pumps › Bearings
Issued 28 August 2006 Resolved
Fire pump not working properly . Provide 3 firebuckets with lines and stenciled "fire bucket". Vessel carries less than 49 passengers.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 12 September 2006
Resolved 5 September 2006
Resolution: fire buckets were placed on board.
Lifesaving › Hand Flares › Expired
Issued 28 August 2006 Resolved
06 orange and 06 red flares expired. Replace with new flares.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 August 2006
Resolved 5 September 2006
Resolution: 06 orange and 06 red New flares were placed on board.
Fire Fighting › Portable CO2 Fire Extinguisher › Pressure
Issued 28 August 2006 Resolved
Fire extinguisher is discharged, provide a charged and serviced extinguisher.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 August 2006
Resolved 28 August 2006
Resolution: Fire extinguisher placed on board.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 2 May 2006 Resolved
Exterior hull, renew marked areas on stern deck platform. On both port and stbd side underneath deck needs to be reglassed.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 5 May 2006
Resolution: Areas have been renewed and are sat.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 2 May 2006 Resolved
Renew marked blisters on exterior hull.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 5 May 2006
Resolution: Blisters have been renewed.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Superstructure
Issued 2 May 2006 Resolved
Steering gear compartment, renew/reattch supports for both engine exhaust, (overhead support)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 5 May 2006
Resolution: Supports have been renewed.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Deck Plating
Issued 2 May 2006 Resolved
Renew/reattcah deck support, longitudal center in steering gear compartment.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 5 May 2006
Resolution: Support has been renewed.
Communications › Radio Communications › EPIRB
Issued 21 March 2006 Resolved
Replace or prove existing battery is not expired.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 April 2006
Resolved 21 April 2006
Resolution: Recieved confirmation that the EPIRB has been tested and a new battery installed.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Relative Motion Plotting Equipment
Issued 28 April 2005 Resolved
Provide coast pilot, light list and tide tables.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 May 2005
Resolved 13 May 2005
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Pump
Issued 18 August 2004 Resolved
Provide portable hand bilge pump.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 18 August 2004
Resolved 18 August 2004
Fire Fighting › Portable CO2 Fire Extinguisher › Pressure
Issued 18 August 2004 Resolved
Provide portable b-II CO2 extinguisher of main deck.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 18 August 2004
Resolved 18 August 2004
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 18 August 2004 Resolved
provide two life rings.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 18 August 2004
Resolved 18 August 2004
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Serviceable
Issued 18 August 2004 Resolved
Conduct maintance/service on lifefloats, noticed signs of deteriorations on the protective layer of lifefloat
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 18 August 2004
Resolved 18 August 2004
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Transverse Frame
Issued 28 May 2004 Resolved
Repair a tranverse wood frame on the middle void space.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 May 2004
Resolved 28 May 2004
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Keel Plate
Issued 19 May 2004 Resolved
Repair 13 fiberglass blisters on the bottom.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 27 May 2004
Resolved 27 May 2004
Construction/Loadline › Structures
Issued 12 May 2003 Resolved
Repair fracture on the aft starboard side aluminum support for the pilot station hard top. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Superstructure
Condition: Design Flaw
Due 27 May 2003
Resolved 21 May 2003
Resolution: Fracture repaired on horizontal support.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys
Issued 12 May 2003 Resolved
Replace frayed and sun damaged grab line on port side ring buoy. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Buoyant Lifeline
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 27 May 2003
Resolved 16 May 2003
Resolution: Grab line replaced.
Fire Fighting › Portable Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher › Service
Issued 12 May 2003 Resolved
Provide copy of fixed and portable fire fighting equipment annual service report.
Condition: Unknown
Due 27 May 2003
Resolved 16 May 2003
Resolution: Service performed and reports rcvd.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys
Issued 12 May 2003 Resolved
Re-install strobe lights on 1 ring buoy and both life floats. (Lights are at service center) LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Self-igniting Lights
Condition: Unknown
Due 27 May 2003
Resolved 16 May 2003
Resolution: Strobe lights re-installed.
Lifesaving › Hand Flares › Condition
Issued 12 May 2003 Resolved
Provide 6 red hand held flares. (Current ones onboard appear to have suffered water damage.)
Condition: Unknown
Due 27 May 2003
Resolved 16 May 2003
Resolution: 6 new red hand held flares placed onboard.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System
Issued 7 November 2002 Resolved
Prove proper operation of audible high-level bilge alarm. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Interface Detector
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2002
Resolution: Witnessed sat test of all hi-level bilge sensors and alarm.
Engineering › Steering Gear System
Issued 7 November 2002 Resolved
Install new port rudder. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Rudder Stock
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 29 November 2002
Resolution: New rudder installed.
Engineering › Steering Gear System
Issued 7 November 2002 Resolved
Install new port rudder post and bearing. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Rudder Bearing
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 29 November 2002
Resolution: New rudder post and bearing installed.
Engineering › Shafting/Propeller Arrangements › Propeller (fixed pitch)
Issued 7 November 2002 Resolved
Replace the port and starboard propellers.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2002
Resolution: New propellers installed.
Engineering › Shafting/Propeller Arrangements › Propeller Shaft
Issued 7 November 2002 Resolved
Replace/repair scored shafts.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2002
Resolution: New shafts installed.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Keel
Issued 7 November 2002 Resolved
Make repairs to bottom aft section of keel and make available for inspection prior to painting.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2002
Resolution: Damaged area gound down and 3 layer of mat applied.
Construction/Loadline › Hull
Issued 7 November 2002 Resolved
Make repairs to fractures at the joint between the transom and the dive platform bracket on both port and starboard sides. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Bracket
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2002
Resolution: Factures along transom and dive platform bracket ground out and 3 layers of matt applied. All sat.
Fire Fighting › Portable Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher › Number
Issued 9 July 2002 Resolved
Replace the two (2) B-I fire extinguishers on the main deck with B-II fire extinguishers as required by the vsl's COI.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 9 July 2002
Resolved 9 July 2002
Resolution: 2 new B-II extinguishers provided onboard.
Documentation › Logs/Records
Issued 9 July 2002 Resolved
Conduct and log crew training as required by 46 CFR 185.420. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Logbook (official)
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 August 2002
Resolved 11 September 2002
Resolution: Training conducted and logged.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents
Issued 9 July 2002 Resolved
Provide FCC ship station license. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: FCC SSL
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 August 2002
Resolved 11 September 2002
Resolution: Current ship station license obtained and placed onboard.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents
Issued 9 July 2002 Resolved
Provide FFC Safety certificate. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: FCC SSL
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 August 2002
Resolved 11 September 2002
Resolution: Certificate onboard.
Communications › Radio Communications
Issued 9 July 2002 Resolved
Install new hydrostatic release for EPIRB or prove currently installed one has not be in service for more that 2 years. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: EPIRB
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 August 2002
Resolved 11 September 2002
Resolution: New hydrostatic release purchased and installed.
Operations/Management › Navigation Safety
Issued 9 July 2002 Resolved
Provide up to date tidal and current tables, coast pilot, and light list onboard vessel. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Carriage of Charts and Publications
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 August 2002
Resolved 11 September 2002
Resolution: Current Reeds almanac provided onboard.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear)
Issued 9 July 2002 Resolved
Install missing clamps on exhaust pipe, one in engine room and one missing in steering compartment. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Piping (exhaust)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 August 2002
Resolved 11 September 2002
Resolution: New clamps installed.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Medical/First Aid
Issued 9 July 2002 Resolved
Restock first aid kit or provide new kit that meets the requirements of 46 CFR 184.710 and 46 CFR 160.041. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Medicine Chest
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 August 2002
Resolved 11 September 2002
Resolution: New first aid kit provided onboard.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System
Issued 9 July 2002 Resolved
Prove proper operation of audible high level bilge alarm. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Interface Detector
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 August 2002
Resolved 11 September 2002
Resolution: Alarm repaired and tested.
Construction/Loadline › Structures
Issued 9 April 2002 Resolved
Consult with the builder of the vessel and submit a repair proposal for making permanent repairs to the fractures in the #2 compartment (MSD tank space) at the base of the transverse bulkhead/frame where it joins the #1 longitudinal frames port and starboard.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 May 2002
Resolved 23 July 2002
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear)
Issued 9 April 2002 Resolved
Replace missing support/hanger on the port side muffler and make repair to fracture in steering compartment bulkhead where the portside exhaust pipe passes through engine-room bulkhead. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Silencer (exhaust)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 May 2002
Resolved 10 April 2002
Resolution: New hanger installed and fracture in bulkhead repaired with epoxy resin.
Documentation
Issued 20 June 2001 Resolved
Provide evidence of the FCC Safety Certificate, and provide Vsl's call sign.
Condition: Unknown
Due 10 July 2001
Resolved 15 January 2003
Navigation
Issued 20 June 2001 Resolved
Provide the following publications: Coast Guard Light List, Tide Tables, tidal Current tables.
Condition: Unknown
Due 20 June 2001
Resolved 20 June 2001
Construction/Loadline
Issued 20 June 2001 Resolved
Replace plastic strainer on bilge alarm, engine room
Condition: Unknown
Due 20 June 2001
Resolved 20 June 2001
Lifesaving
Issued 20 June 2001 Resolved
Mark upper deck with the maximum number of passengers allowed (2nd Deck)
Condition: Unknown
Due 20 June 2001
Resolved 20 June 2001
Fire Fighting
Issued 20 June 2001 Resolved
Provide 3 fire buckets of 2.5 gal and mark them with vsl's name.
Condition: Unknown
Due 20 June 2001
Resolved 20 June 2001
Lifesaving
Issued 20 June 2001 Resolved
Provide NOAA Registered Sticker on vsl's EPIRB, write expiration dates for the hydro release, and Vsl's name on EPIRB.
Condition: Unknown
Due 20 June 2001
Resolved 20 June 2001
Construction/Loadline
Issued 20 June 2001 Resolved
Provide repair proposal on delaminated frame on 2nd void space.
Condition: Unknown
Due 20 June 2001
Resolved 20 June 2001
Documentation
Issued 20 June 2001 Resolved
Post the following certificates, COI (both pages), Sability letter, Emergency instructions and Emergency Broadcast instructions.
Condition: Unknown
Due 20 June 2001
Resolved 20 June 2001
Construction/Loadline
Issued 3 May 2000 Resolved
INSTALL BILGE PUMP OR PROVIDE METHOD OF DRAINAGE FROM FWD COMPARTMENT (HEADAREA) PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 3 May 2000
Resolved 24 May 2000
Navigation
Issued 3 May 2000 Resolved
PROVIDE APPLICABLE NAVIGATION PUBLICATIONS IAW 46 CFR 184.420 NO LATER THAN03JUN00.
Condition: Unknown
Due 3 June 2000
Resolved 24 May 2000
Lifesaving
Issued 3 May 2000 Resolved
MOUNT EPIRB IN A FLOAT FREE ARRANGEMENT PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 3 May 2000
Resolved 24 May 2000
Electrical
Issued 3 May 2000 Resolved
INSTALL COVER OVER ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IN FWD TANK ROOM PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 3 May 2000
Resolved 24 May 2000
Lifesaving
Issued 3 May 2000 Resolved
PLACE ADDITIONAL LIFEJACKET INSTRUCTION PLACARD ON UPPER DECK NLT 03JUN00.
Condition: Unknown
Due 7 June 2000
Resolved 8 June 2000
Documentation
Issued 3 May 2000 Resolved
PROVIDE EVIDENCE THAT ALL CREW IS SUBJECT TO RANDOM CHEMICAL TESTING REQUIREMENTS IAW 46 CFR PART 16 NLT 03JUN00.
Condition: Unknown
Due 3 June 2000
Resolved 24 May 2000
Documentation
Issued 3 May 2000 Resolved
PROVIDE EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS IAW 46 CFR 185.510 PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 3 May 2000
Resolved 24 May 2000
Lifesaving
Issued 3 May 2000 Resolved
ATTACH PADDLES TO LIFEFLOATS PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 3 May 2000
Resolved 24 May 2000
Engineering
Issued 3 May 2000 Resolved
PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION FROM BOAT MANUFACTURERER THAT FLEXIBLE FUEL LINES MEET 46 CFR 182.445(g) PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 3 May 2000
Resolved 24 May 2000
Navigation
Issued 3 May 2000 Resolved
DOUBLE NUT RUDDER POST SECURING BOLTS NLT 03JUN00.
Condition: Unknown
Due 3 June 2000
Resolved 24 May 2000
Unknown
Issued 3 May 2000 Resolved
INSTALL FIRE EXTINGUISHERS WITH CG APPROVED BRACKETS NLT 03JUN00.
Condition: Unknown
Due 7 June 2000
Resolved 8 June 2000

Casualty record · 1

15 April 2014Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4841878
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, and the bridge, lock or dam the investigation names where it names one. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.

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.