ALGOMA GUARDIAN

All self-propelled vessels shall have the following plans. General arrangement plans showing...means of access to different compartments. Found self-closing door between fantail and engine room not listed on the fire control plan. 46 CFR 97.36-1(a) Action Taken: 50(a)(c)

The general construction of the vessel shall be such as to minimize fire hazards insofar as is reasonable and practicable. Lube oile leaks found throughout the purifier room. 46 CFR 92.05-1, 17c.

Suitable hand covers, guards, or rails shall be installed in way of all exposed and dangerous places such as gears, machinery, etc. SSDG #3 was missing a cover, exposing crew to rotating machinery. 46 CFR 92.25-15, 10c.

An inspection either general or partial depending upon the circumstances shall be made whenever any important repairs or alterations are undertaken. Unapproved alteration made to the emergency generator. Require class to verify emergency generator installation and operation. 46 CFR 91.45-5, 16ac.

The General Construction of the vessel shall be such as to minimize fire hazards insofar as is reasonable and practicable. Excessive diesel pooled underneath valve #8 and excessive oil on and around piping and valve at heavy fuel oil transfer area. 46 CFR 92.05-1 17ac

The General construction of the vessel shall be such as to minimize fire hazards insofar as is reasonable and practicable. Main engine crankcase has excessive oil on and around it, creating a potential fire hazard. 46 CFR 92.05-1 40ac

Pipe laggings shall be of approved incombustible materials. Main engine leak tank #1 oil supply and filtering piping AND piping near valve #65 in fuel purifying room, missing lagging. 46 CFR 92.07-10 40ac

All enclosed spaces within the vessel shall be properly vented or ventilated. Ventilation trunk to steering gear space severely wasted/rusted causing an estimated 5 inch gash, exposing the space to the main deck and weather elements. 46 CFR 92.15-15 40ac

01-13101 A survey, either general or partial, according to the circumstances, shall be made every time an accident occurs or a defect is discovered which affects the safety of the vessel or the efficacy or completeness of its lifesaving appliances, fire-fighting or other equipment, or whenever any important repairs or renewals are made. The survey shall be such as to insure that the necessary repairs or renewals have been effectively made, that the material and the workmanship of such repairs or renewals are in all respects satisfactory, and that the vessel complies in all respects with the regulations in this subchapter. The main engine suffered a loss when a fuel pump pressure sensor failed. A survey must be conducted prior to departing Superior, WI.46CFR91.30-1

The general construction of the vessel shall be such as to minimize fire hazards insofar as is reasonable and practicable. Main Diesel Engine surface and lagging has excessive dried oil creating a potential fire hazard. inspectors noted there is no active leak.

The first aid kit in a lifeboat and in a rescue boat must be approved under approval series 160.041. The first aid kit in the rescue boat is expired. Third officer is ordering replacement.

The steering gear compartment must include handrails and either graitings or other non slip surfaces to ensure a safe working environment if hydraulic fluid leaks. Steering gear room has no grating or non slip surfaces, if hydraulic oil leaks it goes onto the metal deck.

0799 Ships shall be provided with fire mains complying with the requirements of SOLAS. The fire main on the port side of the main deck outside the accommodation space has been repaired with doublers in multiple locations. Class to verify proper operations of the fire main in its entirety and approve permanent repairs.

0999 Electrical installations shall be such that the safety of the crew and ship from electrical hazards will be ensured. The light fixture in way of the cascade tank in the E/R is broken from the bracket and is hanging by wires. In addition, the light fixture is exposed to excessive heat and steam from the nearby leaking cascade tank.

0720 The international shore connection shall be kept together with a gasket, 4 bolts, and eight washers. The international shore connection attached to the fire main on the port side shows signs of corrosion and excessive paint. The gasket material between the flange and the fire main is corroded and unusable.

2199 The design and arrangement of the oily water separator shall have regard to the specification recommended by the Organization. The OWS has modified piping from the sludge discharge on top of the 1st stage filtering system. The piping and arrangement of the OWS are to be in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and verified by class.

1499 Every steam pipe and fitting shall be so designed, constructed and installed as to withstand maximum working stresses. The cascade and all associated fittings and piping are severely corroded and wasted. Steam is soaking the surrounding area and equipment and poses hazards to all electrical equipment in the vicinity.

1499 The machinery and fittings shall be of a design to reduce danger to persons on board. The main engine is leaking profusely in numerous areas; in particular, the starboard side of the main engine on the crank casing is plugged with sealant in multiple spots to prevent leakage from bolts and flanges. The scavenge air tank is also sealed around the inboard edge to prevent leaking.

1410 The machinery and fittings shall be of a design and construction adequate for the service for which they are intended and shall be installed and protected to reduce danger to persons on board. The motors for the blowers on the main engine are leaking excessively and pose a risk to the safe operation of the main engine.

1410 The machinery and fittings shall be of a design and construction to reduce danger to persons on board. The cam shaft seals on the main engine around the low pressure fuel pumps are leaking excessively. A drip tray has been installed underneath the forward cam shaft seal which then leads to a bucket aft of the main engine control station.

1410 The machinery and fittings shall be of a design and construction adequate for the service for which they are intended and shall be installed and protected to reduce danger to persons on board. The #6 cylinder on the main engine is leaking excessively and is covering all appurtenances and equipment along the entire aft section of the main engine. This poses a serious fire threat to vessel.

1410 The machinery and fittings shall be of a design and construction adequate for the service for which they are intended and shall be installed and protected to reduce danger to persons on board. Drainage lines have been installed on the scavenge air receiver doors to allow for oil drainage from the system.

1410 The machinery and fittings shall be of a design and construction adequate for the service for which they are intended and shall be installed and protected to reduce danger to persons on board. A lube oil collection and distribution system has been installed underneath the main shaft coupling by use of a weldin pump. The system is leaking profusely and is unsafe to the crew.

1499 The machinery and fittings shall be of a design and construction adequate for the service for which they are intended and shall be installed and protected to reduce danger to persons on board. The cooling water lines for both air compressors are affixed to the blocks with rubber hoses and are not installed in accordance with design.

0730 The fire extinguishing devices onboard shall be readily available to fight a fire. The fire extinguisher bracket for the portable extinguisher located next to the cascade tank in the engine room is broken and will not hold the extinguisher in place. This could lead to the extinguisher being unavailable when needed.

2299 The fire extinguishing devices onboard shall be readily available to fight a fire. The fire extinguisher bracket for the portable extinguisher located next to the cascade tank in the engine room is broken and will not hold the extinguisher in place. This could lead to the extinguisher being unavailable when needed.

The rudder on the starboard side life boat, which is also the rescue boat, will not turn to the port side. SOLAS 74 Ch. III Reg. 4c

There is a leak, approximately one gallon per minute, from the fire main outside of the emergency fire pump space. SOLAS 74 Ch. II-2 Reg. 15

The fuel pump valve inspection case is open with moving parts exposed due to the inspection glass plate missing. SOLAS 74 Ch. II-1 Reg. 26.1

The Garbage Record book is not being properly filled out as per its own instruction and the garbage management plan. MARPOL Annex V Reg. 3

An oil skimmer has been installed above the aft engine room drive shaft and is drawing into a 55 gallon drum in the bilge. SOLAS 74 Ch. I Reg. II

A 55 gallon, open top drum of diesel used for soaking machinery parts was found in the oil purifier room. SOLAS 74 Ch. II-2 Reg. 33a

Maneuvering Information Fact Sheet did not include "Warning Statement"

Post block diagram with Emergency Steering Gear instructions in steering room.

LIFEBOAT STBD FORWARD PAINTER TO BE ATTACHED TO SHIP, AND WEAK LINK LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Weak Link

STEERING GEAR ELECTRIC MOTOR CONNECTION TO BE REPAIRED ON PORT AND STBD MOTOR LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Linkage

GMDSS EQUIPMENT DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY. SOLAS 74/78 CH IV REG 10 LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: GMDSS

Cylinder from hatch #7 port side leaking fluid. Vessel to repair prior to next U.S. Port.

Improper stowage of paint in focsle. Paint to be stored in flammable locker.

ALL FLAME SCREENS FOR THE LUBE OIL AND FUEL OIL VENTS WERE NOT THE PROPER MESH SIZE, THEY WRE LARGER THAN THE REQUIRED SIZE.

CHECKED ALL FIRE STATIONS ABOUT THE DECKS APROX. EIGHT FIRE NOZZELS WERE SEIZED IN THE OPEN OR CLOSED POSITION. _x001C_

Vessel did not properly notify the COTP of an inoperable ARPA.

Vessel did not have an operable ARPA upon entering U.S. waters.

OIL TRANSFER PROCEDURES NOT IAW WITH 33 CFR 155.750 IN THAT THEY DID NOT HAVE A BLOCK DIAGRAM OF THE PIPING SYSTEM.

01 DISCREPANCY NOTED: NO CERTIFICATE OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ON BRD.