Records from 1985 to 2016. Most recent: inspection, 12 December 2016.
Inspection history · 29
12 December 2016
Canadian Vsl Safety Exam (D9 only)
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Duluth · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6056239
24 November 2015
Canadian Vsl Safety Exam (D9 only)
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 5806183
17 October 2014
ISPS II Exam · Canadian Vsl Safety Exam (D9 only)
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cleveland · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 5004839
8 July 2011
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 4079077
8 July 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 4080356
9 September 2010
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Cleveland · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 3846101
9 October 2008
ISPS II Exam · Canadian Vsl Safety Exam (D9 only)
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cleveland · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 3339469
26 July 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Cleveland · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 3281980
26 July 2008
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cleveland · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 3282929
9 October 2007
PII Safety Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 3076744
15 August 2005
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Duluth · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 2463695
6 April 2005
ISPS III Exam · NPV Safety Exam
Physical examination · MSO DULUTH · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 2327572
12 July 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO SAULT STE MARIE · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 2141740
2 April 2004
Loadline Exam · ISM Exam · MARPOL Annex I Examination · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · STCW 95 Exam · MTSA/ISPS Verification
Physical examination · MSO DULUTH · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 2035971
27 May 2003
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO BUFFALO · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 1802426
19 May 2003
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO BUFFALO · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 1796606
17 May 2003
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment Massena · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 1795429
7 October 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO CHICAGO · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 116089
30 November 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO DULUTH · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 435203
27 October 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MILWAUKEE · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 422060
4 May 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO DULUTH · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 390843
16 April 1994
Damage Survey
Physical examination · MSO BUFFALO · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 1446076
2 July 1993
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO DETROIT · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 186675
9 May 1990
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MILWAUKEE · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 337023
22 August 1989
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO DULUTH · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 332134
30 May 1989
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO DULUTH · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 330649
21 October 1988
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MILWAUKEE · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 326403
22 July 1988
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MILWAUKEE · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 324577
28 September 1985
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO CHICAGO · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 304580
Construction/Loadline › Markings › Load Line Mark
Issued 12 December 2016
No resolution recorded
Ship must have contrasting color Load Lines. Load line on starboard side paint has rubbed off.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 11 January 2017 — due date passed with no resolution recorded
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 12 December 2016
No resolution recorded
Starboard Side Aft bulkhead has indentation over several frames. Advise condition of class survey.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 11 January 2017 — due date passed with no resolution recorded
Engineering › Engine Controls (Electric/Electronic) › Software
Issued 24 November 2015
Resolved
The newly installed propulsion control system is malfunctioning, causing the vessel to periodically lose propulsion. Class must attest to the proper installation and operation of the new propulsion control system. SOLAS Cons. 2009 II-1/31-2.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 27 November 2015
Resolution: Class and electronic engine propulsion control system manufacturer’s technicians attended the vessel and verified permanent repairs to all affected parts and systems.
Engineering › Engine Controls (Electric/Electronic) › Software
Issued 24 November 2015
Resolved
The vessel has a new automated propulsion control system that malfunctions and is not reliable. To safely bypass the new system, the engine control room needs to be continuously manned. Class must submit approval of manning the engine control room continuously prior to vessel movement.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 24 November 2015
Resolution: Class approved the movement of the vessel using a continuously manned engine control room.
Engineering › Shafting/Propeller Arrangements › Stern Tube Bearing
Issued 26 July 2008
Resolved
Stern tube bearing requires renewal due to being worn down to the point of allowing oil to escape into the water.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 15 - Rectify deficiencies by next port
Resolved 31 July 2008
Resolution: Stern tube seal renewed and satisfactorily tested for tightness.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 6 April 2005
Resolved
Fracture on bulbous bow (port side 8' draft mark) is thought to be caused by ice on trip to Duluth.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 15 August 2005
Resolution: Temporary patch on the bulbous bow of the vessel. Fixed to satisfaction of class. Permanent repairs to be completed by 30APR05.
Engineering
Issued 27 October 1998
Resolved
PRIOR TO DEPARTURE, DEMONSTRATE PROPER OPERATION OF VSL'S OWS TO CG INSPECTOR. MARPOL 73/8 RULE 1(6)
Condition: Unknown
Due 28 October 1998
Resolved 29 October 1998
Accommodation/Occupational Safety
Issued 27 October 1998
Resolved
PRIOR TO DEPARTURE PROVIDE VSL'S GARBAGE DISCHARGE LOG/RECEIPTS TO CG FOR EXAMINATION. MARPOL 73/8 RULE V(3).
Condition: Unknown
Due 28 October 1998
Resolved 29 October 1998
Navigation
Issued 27 October 1998
Resolved
PRIOR TO DEPARTURE EFFECT REPAIRS TO THE STEERING GEAR CONTROLLER MOTORS, #1 AND #2, IN WAY OF POWER CONTROL WIRING AT FRONT OF ELECTRICAL BOX. SOLAS 74(U) REG II-1/29.
Condition: Unknown
Due 28 October 1998
Resolved 29 October 1998
Engineering
Issued 27 October 1998
Resolved
PRIOR TO RETURN TO U.S. PORT, LOCATE AND PRESENT FOR CG EXAMINATION THE VSL'S OIL CONTENT METER OPERATING INSTRUCTION MANUAL. MARPOL 73/8 REG I(15)(3)(c)
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 November 1999
Resolved 30 November 1999
Fire Fighting
Issued 27 October 1998
Resolved
PRIOR TO RETURN TO U.S. PORT, INDICATE LOCATION OF INTERNATIONAL SHORE CONNECTION ON MOST CURRENT COPY OF VSL'S FIRE CONTROL PLAN. SOLAS 74(A), II-2/20.
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 November 1999
Resolved 30 November 1999
Documentation
Issued 27 October 1998
Resolved
PRIOR TO DEPARTURE, PROVIDE COMPLETE OIL TRANSFER PROCEDURES AS PER 33 CFR 155.720, INDICATING TYPES OF PRODUCT TRANSFERRED, DUTIES OF PERSONNEL ON BOARD, AND NOTIFICATION NUMBERS IN CASE OF DISCHARGE.
Condition: Unknown
Due 28 October 1998
Resolved 29 October 1998
Navigation
Issued 27 October 1998
Resolved
PRIOR TO RETURN TO U.S. PORT, PERMANENTLY AFFIX WIRING WITHIN THE STEERING GEAR ELECTRIC CONTROL MOTOR ENCLOSURES, #1 AND #2, SO AS TO PREVENT FURTHERCHAFFING. SOLAS 74(U), II-1/29
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 November 1999
Resolved 30 November 1999
Navigation
Issued 22 August 1989
Resolved
CHARTS 14850, 14865 AND 14964 REQUIRED UNDER 33 CFR 164.33(A)(1) WERE OUTDATED.
Condition: Unknown
Due 22 August 1989
Resolved 22 August 1989
Documentation
Issued 22 August 1989
Resolved
OIL RECORD BOOK REQUIRED UNDER 33 CFR 151.25 MISSING.
Condition: Unknown
Due 22 August 1989
Resolved 22 August 1989
Documentation
Issued 22 July 1988
Resolved
WHILE PERFORMING AN ANUAL EXAM ON THE VESSEL, THE OIL DISCHARGE PLACARD WASNOT AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. THE MASTER COULD NOT PRODUCE THE PLACARD WHICH IS REQUIRED BY 33 CFR 155.450 (A)
Condition: Unknown
Due 22 July 1988
Resolved 22 July 1988
Documentation
Issued 28 September 1985
Resolved
MISSING OIL DISCHARGE PLACARD AS REQUIRED BY 33 CFR 155.450(A).
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 May 1989
Resolved 28 September 1985
Documentation
Issued 28 September 1985
Resolved
MISSING OIL TRANSFER PROCEDURES AS REQUIRED BY 33 CFR 155.720
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 May 1989
Resolved 28 September 1985