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BEN FRANKLIN

Built
1987
Last inspected
22 July 2025
Documentation
Valid · NVDC file of 10 August 2026
Controls
None recorded without a removal date

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

Inspection record

Last inspected 22 July 2025
…past their stated due date2
Operational controls None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record 10 calendar years (2016–2025)
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded. A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a deficiency is outstanding. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not years in service. What Maury does not do.

Identity

WDF5984
280677
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-280677

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)84.5 ft × 25.0 ft × 7.7 ft
Registered tonnagegross 95 / net 65
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderFREEPORT SHIPBUILDING · FREEPORT, FL, UNITED STATES · built 1987
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portPHILADELPHIA, PA
Endorsements, as the file codes themcw_un, rec, reg
DocumentationValid · issued 4 December 2025 · expires 31 December 2026
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 it95 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
65 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 August 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.
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Behind this panel: 27 inspections, each with its date, unit and type; 89 deficiencies with the resolution recorded against each, 2 without one; operational controls, none recorded without a removal date; no tow-unit appearances recorded; no other recorded names; the documentation record: dimensions, tonnage, builder, hailing port and endorsements. Every line is a record the Coast Guard wrote; the counts above are the same counts as in the summary, and they are free.

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Every recorded inspection, 1972 to 2026, in one chronology · every deficiency, with system, dates and resolution · operational controls imposed and removed · every name this hull has been recorded under · the vessels it was inspected alongside, and when · how its record compares with hulls of similar age and size, as a fact about the population and never a judgement about this vessel.

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Inspection history · 27

22 July 2025 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8191155
24 April 2025 Security Breach
Type not classified · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8119977
22 August 2024 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8012530
18 June 2024 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7937879
6 May 2024 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7907210
2 April 2024 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7888607
14 September 2023 In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7791375
15 August 2023 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7769165
31 May 2023 In-Service Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7709908
8 March 2023 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7648095
3 March 2023 Plan Review "T" Boat
Administrative · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7640336
7 December 2022 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7605468
24 June 2022 COI Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7480247
31 January 2022 Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7388065
31 August 2021 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7301036
1 April 2021 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7166967
19 March 2021 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7159354
26 August 2020 MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7043710
2 July 2020 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6998738
8 July 2019 Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6741410
27 February 2019 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6633495
9 August 2018 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Navigation Center · Activity 6506023
26 March 2018 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6377147
9 March 2018 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6369166
31 March 2017 COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6115311
26 January 2017 Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6077982
1 July 2016 Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification · DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5925562

Deficiency record · 89

14 - Pollution Prevention › 141 - MARPOL Annex I › Oil and oily mixtures from machinery spaces
Issued 22 July 2025 Resolved
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, or block emergency escapes. MI observed engine room bilge had standing oily water. O/O is to remove oily water from engine room and provide MI receipt from company cleaning bilge.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 24 August 2025
Resolved 14 October 2025
Resolution: Owner cleaned bilges and took containers to Auto Zone to dispose.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Covers (hatchway-, portable-, tarpaulins, etc.)
Issued 22 July 2025 Resolved
A hatch cover must: Be attached to the hatch frame or coaming by hinges, captive chains, or other devices of substantial strength to prevent its loss. The hatch chain was broken from the forward compartment. O/O is to install chain or device that would prevent hatch cover from being lost.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 24 August 2025
Resolved 14 October 2025
Resolution: Owner placed chain on hatch to satisfaction of MI.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 22 July 2025 Resolved
Each life ring buoy must not be permanently secured in any way. MI observed life ring line was tied to the vessel and life ring. O/O untied the life line to satisfaction of MI.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 22 July 2025
Resolved 22 July 2025
Resolution: Owner untied life line from vessel to satisfaction of MI.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 22 July 2025 Resolved
Each life jacket carried on board the vessel must be marked in accordance with § 122.604 of this chapter. The number and identification of the items stowed inside, and their sizes, must be marked in clearly legible letters and numbers on each container for life jacket. The stowage containers for the life jackets were not marked with the quantity stowed. O/O marked stowage containers with appropriate quantity to satisfaction of MI.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 22 July 2025
Resolved 22 July 2025
Resolution: Owner marked stowage compartments for life jacktes to satisfaction of MI.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 22 July 2025 No resolution recorded
Glass and other glazing material used in windows must be of material that will not break into dangerous fragments if fractured. MI discussed with O/O capability of replacing cracked window on main deck on forward part starboard side of vessel. O/O is to replace glass to satisfaction of MI.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 December 2025 — due date passed with no resolution recorded
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 22 July 2025 No resolution recorded
Electrical installations must be suitable for the roll, pitch, and vibration of the vessel underway. MI observed outlet in lazarette compartment was not suitable for wet environment. MI proposed installing a Ground Fault Circuit Interpreter (GFCI) outlet in space.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 December 2025 — due date passed with no resolution recorded
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 18 June 2024 Resolved
The minimum capacity of the power fire pump shall be 50 gallons per minute at a pressure of not less than 60 pounds per square inch at the pump outlet. The pump shall be fitted with a pressure gage. The vessel's fire pump's packing gland was leaking at the time of testing. Address the issue involving the packing leak on the vessel's fire pump. 46 CFR 181.10-1(c) "OLD T"
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 18 July 2024
Resolved 25 June 2024
Resolution: Fire pump seal was replaced.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Cargo Ship Safety Radio (including exemption)
Issued 18 June 2024 Resolved
Except as noted in paragraph (c) of this section, stations in the maritime service must be licensed by the FCC either individually or by fleet. FCC Station License expired in 2020. Replace with new. 47 CFR 80.13
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 18 June 2024
Resolved 22 August 2024
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 18 June 2024 Resolved
Installation if diesel engine exhaust pipe shall be in accordance with 46 CFR 182.15-15; (182.15-15 (3): That part of the exhaust system between the point of cooling water injection and the engine manifold shall be water-jacketed or effectively insulated. MI observed a leak on the engine exhaust. Replace insulation to address leak.46 CFR 182.20-20 "OLD T"
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 18 June 2024
Resolved 22 August 2024
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 18 June 2024 Resolved
Each life jacket must be marked with Type I retroreflective material approved in accordance with § 164.018 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant. The arrangement of the retroreflective material applied after March 11, 1996 must be as specified by IMO Resolution A.658(16), “Use and Fitting of Retro-Reflective Materials on Life-Saving Appliances.” Observed that some of the vessel's PFDs needed new retroflective tape. Replace worn out tape with new.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 18 June 2024
Resolved 22 August 2024
Resolution: replaced with new retro tapes.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 18 June 2024 Resolved
Fire hose shall be 1.5 inches in diameter and 50 ft in length. MI observed holes on the fire hose located at Fire Hydrant #2. Replace with new fire hose meeting standards.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 18 June 2024
Resolved 22 August 2024
Resolution: replaced with new.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 31 May 2023 Resolved
The rated relieving capacity of safety and relief valves for use on pressure vessels shall be based on actual flow test data and the capacity shall be certified by the manufacturer in accordance with one of the following.... MI observed a relief valve on the air receiver that did not re-seat. Vsl is require to replace and test new relief valve once install to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. CITE: 46 CFR 54.15-10(h)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 1 July 2023
Resolved 21 June 2023
Resolution: Replace relief valve wit a 150psi relief valve.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 31 May 2023 Resolved
S and L. A voltage and an ammeter shall be provided that can be used for measuring voltage and current for each generator. MI observed that the ammeter for #1 gen was not working/inop. Vsl is required to repair/replace to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. CITE: 46 CFR 183.10-5(g)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 1 July 2023
Resolved 10 October 2023
Resolution: received photos of operation meters
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 24 June 2022 Resolved
Four (4) windows are cracked (1-3rd deck bridge, 1-2nd deck port side, 2-1st Deck Fwd). Each window must be capable of withstanding the maximum load from wave and wind conditions expected. Replace broken windows at next drydock. CITE: 46 CFR §116.1020
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 January 2023
Resolved 15 August 2023
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 24 June 2022 Resolved
heir are various type PFDs onboard, but donning instructions for only one type. Placards containing instructions for the donning and use of the life jackets aboard the vessel must be posted in conspicuous places for the PFDs available. Ensure that donning instruction placards are posted conspicuously for each type of PFD onbaord the vessel. CITE: 46 CFR §122.516
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 July 2022
Resolved 19 September 2022
Resolution: Photo submitted.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for radio personnel
Issued 24 June 2022 Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 26 July 2022
Resolved 2 August 2022
Resolution: Received copy of Ben Franklin's new FCC Radio Sta Lic to Exp 2032
14 - Pollution Prevention › 144 - MARPOL Annex IV (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › Sewage discharge connection
Issued 24 June 2022 Resolved
The overboard discharge valve for the MSD (sewage tank) is unlocked. Operator must secure MSD in a manner which prevents discharge. Secure valve to prevent accidental discharge of sewage. CITE: 33 CFR §159.7(b)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 July 2022
Resolved 9 August 2022
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 24 June 2022 Resolved
Each pressure vessel is to be examined every 5 years and it's safety or relief valves must be examined or tested twice in every 5 years. The air receiver and valve is past-due for examination/testing. The tank is to be hydro-tested to 1.25 MAWP. The serviced solenoid operates at 110 psi, and the relief valve is set to 150 psi, therefore 150 psi is to be the MAWP for the test; the hydrostatic test pressure is to be no more than 187.5 psi. CITE: 46 CFR §61.10-5
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 28 October 2022
Resolved 27 October 2022
Resolution: Witnessed satisfactory hydrostatic test of P/V to >1.25 lifting pressure of safety relief valve; held w/o leaking water for 10 minutes.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 24 June 2022 Resolved
Automotive-style blade fuses are installed in a circuit tapped off of both starters. Automotive-style fuses are not allowed. Properly rewire the circuits. CITE: 46 CFR §183.380(l)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 July 2022
Resolved 9 August 2022
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 24 June 2022 Resolved
All fire fighting equipment must be ready for use. One of the vari-nozzles was inoperative. Replace with new or repair the broken nozzle. CITE: 46 CFR §181.320(d)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 July 2022
Resolved 9 August 2022
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 24 June 2022 Resolved
The vessel is not req'd to have a second generator, and current "back-up" generator does not have a data plate. Lock-out/Tag-out #2 generator to prevent inadvertent use until operating specs can be confirmed (may be used for emergency power only). CITE: 46 CFR §183.322(b)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 July 2022
Resolved 19 September 2022
Resolution: Photos were received showing gen is tagged out/locked out.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 24 June 2022 Resolved
The interlock to prevent simultaneously energizing the vessel with shore power and either generators is not properly arranged. An interlock must be able to prevent simultaneously energizing the vessel with generator power and shore power. Properly configure interlock. CITE: 46 CFR §183.322(b)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 February 2023
Resolved 15 August 2023
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 24 June 2022 Resolved
The Hz (current) gauge is inoperative for either generator in the engine room. Replace/repair Hz meter. CITE: 46 CFR §111.30 25(e)(1)(iii)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 October 2022
Resolved 8 March 2023
Resolution: Received photo of proper operation.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 24 June 2022 Resolved
The generator running indicator lights are inoperative for either generator in the engine room. Replace/repair generator running indicator lights. CITE: 46 CFR §111.30 25(b)(3)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 October 2022
Resolved 8 March 2023
Resolution: Received photos of proper operation.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - corrosion
Issued 31 January 2022 Resolved
Extensive pitting identified port side chine area from bow to stern. Other areas identified: lazerette on the port side from chine to first longitudinal sniffer and scaling in the bottom plate around the port side. Clean all areas identified by Marine Inspectors and submit UT gauging report followed by repair proposal. Prior to credit dry dock. 46 CFR 176.25.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 February 2022
Resolved 27 May 2022
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 31 January 2022 Resolved
Port and Starboard rudders have cracked welds that separated the rudder stem from the rudder body. Rudder body has pitting with cracked welds that have wasted behind the filler metal. Grind out welds and clean up the rudder body in order to assess the extent of the damage. Submit plan for repair. Prior to credit dry dock. 46 CFR 176.25.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 February 2022
Resolved 27 May 2022
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 31 January 2022 Resolved
Port engine exhaust pipe is corroded and has pin holes. Support strut has been wasted from exhaust pipe. Submit repair proposal and replace both items. Prior to credit dry dock. Prior to credit dry dock. Prior to credit dry dock.46 CFR 182.20-20.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 February 2022
Resolved 27 May 2022
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Scuppers, inlets and discharges
Issued 31 January 2022 Resolved
Gate valve on MSD was not removed for inspection and ball valve on fire pump uptake was ceased. Gate valve must removed for examination and ball valve on fire pump must be operable. 46 CFR 176.25.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2022
Resolved 27 May 2022
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 31 January 2022 Resolved
Horizontal fire screen doors fitted to decks between galleys & accommodation spaces are to be fitted with doors that meet 46 CFR 72.05-25, 72.05-20(c), and 111.99. The currently installed horizontal deck plate door does not meet regulatory requirements. Establish an agreed-upon schedule with [name withheld] for retrofitting a compliant fire screen door. CITE: 46 CFR §72.05-10(c)(1) (see also MVI Policy Letter 15-93 para.4.b.ii)
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 February 2023
Resolved 2 February 2024
Resolution: Attended vsl to observed the doors, all sat/approved.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Vessel was unable to provide FCC safety radio telephony certificate. Provide certificate.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Vessel FCC bridge to bridge certificate is expired. Provide certificate following inspection by licensed technician.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Floating waterlight does not function. Provide functioning waterlight. Vessel restricted to daylight operations.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Vessel fire hydrants do not have spanner wrenches. Provide spanner wrenches at each hydrant.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Freeboard marks
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Vessel does not have draft or loading marks. Ensure vessel has proper hull markings prior to completion of next credit drydock.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 27 May 2022
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Vessel does not have a valid certificate of documentation. Provide valid certificate of documentation.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 26 August 2020
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Watertight doors not marked. Mark watertight doors on both sides in clearly legible letters at least 1 inch in height “WATERTIGHT DOOR—KEEP CLOSED”.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Battery terminals on multiple batteries are corroded, terminals are damaged and there is standing water in battery boxes and on battery tops. Clean battery posts and terminals, replace damaged terminals and clean battery boxes and battery tops of water.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Multiple battery chargers do not have ammeters in the charging circuit. Replace battery chargers with a type t that have an ammeter or include an ammeter in the charging circuit. Submit proposal for rectifying this deficiency prior to replacing or installing equipment.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 25 May 2021
Resolution: Resolved.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Fuel sight glass is not fitted with device which will automatically close in event of rupture of the gage or gage lines.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 25 May 2021
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Personal flotation device storage bins are not adequately marked. Mark bins with quantity of PFDs and size (adult/child) in letters and numbers at least 2 inches high. Adult and child PFDs are to be separate from adult life jackets.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Abandon ship drills
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Vessel does not have man overboard or abandon ship drills and training logged. Perform man overboard and abandon ship drills and training.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Vessel does not have fire drills and training logged. Perform fire drills and training.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Remove dead ended wires in bar area on upper deck.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Flame shield bowls were missing on both MDEs. Install new bowls prior to operation.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Port engine room fire extinguisher bracket was broken. Renew bracket.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Starboard engine room pendant light was missing cage. Corrected on the spot.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 26 August 2020
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Cleanliness of engine room
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Identified large open bucket of diesel fuel inside of the bilge. Corrected on the spot.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 26 August 2020
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Emergency exit in forward space of dining area on main deck was blocked. Ensure emergency exit is accessible.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Watertight door leaving the engine room and entering the galley had a hold back in place damaging the A-60 fire boundary insulation. Replace insulation and ensure hold backs are not used when underway.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 19 March 2021
Resolution: Received proof of installation.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Hole identified in starboard side window of operating station. Repair to ensure A-0 fire boundary is maintained.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 26 August 2020 Resolved
Hole identified in the aft bulkhead of the operating station. Repair to ensure A-0 fire boundary is maintained
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 September 2020
Resolution: Verified onboard.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 6 July 2020 Resolved
Vessel has passed the 3 month window for it's annual inspection due NLT 03JUL2020. Vessel request a deferment of 1 month that is in routing. At this time, vessel is not allowed to operate with passengers until the annual inspection can be conducted by a Marine Inspector.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 6 July 2020
Resolved 21 January 2021
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 8 July 2019 Resolved
Obtain valid FCC Bridge-to-Bridge Radio Certificate.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 July 2019
Resolved 18 July 2019
Resolution: Vessel obtained a valid FCC Bridge-to-Bridge Cert.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 8 July 2019 Resolved
Provide date for last Vessel Security Assessment, or conduct a new one. Audits are an annual requirement.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 8 August 2019
Resolution: Vessel completed a new Security Audit on their VSP.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 8 July 2019 Resolved
Ensure Watertight Door indicator light works on bridge.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 August 2019
Resolved 18 July 2019
Resolution: Watertight Door indicator light was repaired on the bridge.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 8 July 2019 Resolved
Replace bulb in stern navigation light. Vessel restricted to daylight operations until fixed.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 August 2019
Resolved 18 July 2019
Resolution: Vessel replaced stern navigation light bulb.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 8 July 2019 Resolved
Replace sight glass on fuel tank to make it one continuous piece.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 August 2019
Resolved 8 August 2019
Resolution: Vessel purchased and installed a new sight tube made of a single piece of glass.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 8 July 2019 Resolved
Place protective lens over light in storage space.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 August 2019
Resolved 18 July 2019
Resolution: Vessel placed a protective lens over the light in the storage space.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 8 July 2019 Resolved
Replace worn lagging on port side exhaust in lazarette.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 August 2019
Resolved 8 August 2019
Resolution: Vessel installed new lagging on the port side exhaust pipe.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 8 July 2019 Resolved
Place chaffing gear around port hydraulic hose on steering assembly. Replace hose if necessary.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 August 2019
Resolved 18 July 2019
Resolution: Vessel placed chaffing gear around the port hydraulic hose on the steering assembly.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 9 August 2018 Resolved
Vsl is broadcasting: No static draft information and no dimension information (AIS Antenna Position ABCD values equals 0).
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 9 September 2018
Resolved 6 November 2018
Resolution: AIS information updated.
Fire Fighting › Fire Hoses › Number
Issued 26 March 2018 Resolved
MAB01: One length of fire hose shall be provided for each hydant. Owner ID'd that fire hose is dry-rotted with pinholes. Provide vessel with fire hose.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 29 March 2018
Resolution: New hose was purchased and installed.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Testing, Equipment
Issued 26 March 2018 Resolved
MAB02: Provide vessel with alcohol testing strips.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 9 April 2018
Resolved 29 March 2018
Resolution: Constorium provided MPAK kit to vessel.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Outlet Box
Issued 26 March 2018 Resolved
MAB04: Replace outlets next to galley sinks w/ GFI.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 9 April 2018
Resolved 26 June 2018
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Guards for Exposed Hazards
Issued 26 March 2018 Resolved
MAB05: Place non-conductive matting next to all switchboards (adequate for voltage).
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 9 April 2018
Resolved 26 June 2018
Documentation › Logs/Records › Drug Test Records
Issued 9 March 2018 Resolved
KB03. Provide proof of designation for drug and alcohol program designated employee representative. 49CFR40.3
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 9 April 2018
Resolved 26 June 2018
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 3 April 2017 Resolved
EKO01 Remove oil soaked insulation and clean underneath pilothouse helm station.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 4 April 2017
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I) › Retroreflective Material
Issued 3 April 2017 Resolved
Replace retroreflective tape on 96 adult lifejackets as identified. Passenger count limited to 242 total persons.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 4 May 2017
Resolution: Supplied 60 lifejackets to meet 302 total persons.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Hydraulic Hose
Issued 31 March 2017 Resolved
Remove hydraulic overflow draining bucket on bridge.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 April 2017
Resolved 4 May 2017
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Hydraulic Hose
Issued 31 March 2017 Resolved
Repair bow thruster (hydraulic leaks and start from bridge). Prove proper operation to USCG. Bow thruster secured by attending USCG MI on 04MAY2017
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 April 2017
Resolved 9 March 2018
Resolution: Observed proper operation.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Rudder Angle Indicator
Issued 31 March 2017 Resolved
Repair rudder angle indicator in kind.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 May 2017
Resolved 9 March 2018
Resolution: Observed proper operation.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Not Installed
Issued 31 March 2017 Resolved
Relabel bilge alarms on bridge.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 April 2017
Resolved 4 May 2017
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 31 March 2017 Resolved
Anchor light obstructed by radar. Make arch of visibility 360 degrees for anchor light. Prior to anchoring at night.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 17 April 2017
Resolved 4 May 2017
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Gasket
Issued 31 March 2017 Resolved
Forward and aft hatches are missing securing line. Attach securing lines to hatch covers.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 April 2017
Resolved 4 May 2017
Engineering › Diesel Engine (auxiliary) › Block
Issued 31 March 2017 Resolved
On port main engine flywheel is exposed and poses safety hazard. Place guard over front of port engine.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 April 2017
Resolved 4 May 2017
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Recordkeeping
Issued 31 March 2017 Resolved
Conduct DAPI crew training.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 April 2017
Resolved 4 May 2017
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Masthead light does not have an arch of visibility of 225 degrees. Replaace with appropriate light of correct configuration.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 1 July 2016
Resolution: Vessel crew cut arc shield back, to allow 225 degree of visibility.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Mounting housing on starboard sidelight is bent and obstructs arc of visibility. Restore to original condition.
Due 14 July 2016
Resolved 15 July 2016
Resolution: Vessel bent mounting plate that the side light rests on and it is no longer restricting visibility of the light.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Follow-up Assembly
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Remove overflow of hydraulic oil from bridge.
Condition: Improper Installation
Due 14 July 2016
Resolved 15 July 2016
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Stowage
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Ring buoy on upper deck replace mounting bracket.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 July 2016
Resolved 15 July 2016
Resolution: New Bracket installed.
Communications › Radio Communications › VHF Radiotelephone
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Make VHF radio DSC capable.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 July 2016
Resolved 15 July 2016
Resolution: DSC installed.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Documentation (CG-1270)
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Vessel's COD expired in DEC 2014, vessel must get a valid COD.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 August 2016
Resolved 4 August 2016
Resolution: COD obtained.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Testing, Equipment
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Vessel must have alcohol test kit on board, provide 60 min supervisor training, and prove that company submitted MIS report to CG.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 July 2016
Resolved 15 July 2016
Resolution: Verified alcohol test kits, training conducted, and MIS report submitted.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Coast Guard Light List
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Vessel needs current light list and Coast Pilot.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 July 2016
Resolved 15 July 2016
Resolution: Verified vessel obtained pubs.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Remove dead end wire in 2nd deck lifejacket compartment.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Due 15 July 2016
Resolved 15 July 2016
Resolution: Wire removed.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Portable Electric Equipment/Appliances
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Remove extra surge protectors from 2nd deck bar and E?R by fire pump, ensure all surge protectors are marine type.
Condition: Improper Installation
Due 15 July 2016
Resolved 15 July 2016
Resolution: Surge protectors removed.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (emergency) › Distribution Panel Bus
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Install blank in electrical distribution box E/R port side.
Condition: Improper Installation
Due 15 July 2016
Resolved 15 July 2016
Resolution: Blank installed.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Add retro relfective tape onto back of ring buoy on 3rd deck
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 4 August 2016
Resolved 4 August 2016
Resolution: Correct tape installed.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Anchor light inop, lense is frosted. Replace both to satisfaction of CGMI. Vessel is restricted from anchoring at night or periods of low visability.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 29 July 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Anchor light lense replaced.

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.