MASSACHUSETTS

Machinery and equipment installed on each vessel must be suitable for the vessel and its operation and for the purpose intended. Stbd inner MDE experienced a punctured block due to a failed connecting rod. Vessel is allowed to operate on the three other engines not to exceed 12 knots so as to not overwork the remaining engines. Repair or replace engine in kind or to the satisfaction of the cognizant OCMI.

Whenever damage or deterioration to hull plating or structural members that may affect the seaworthiness of a vessel is discovered or suspected, the cognizant OCMI may conduct an internal structural examination in any affected space, including fuel tanks, and may require the vessel to be drydocked or taken out of service to assess the extent of the damage, and to effect permanent repairs. Attending MI found that the welds on bulkhead stiffeners on transom in lazarette did not have adequate tie in/penetration where previous repair occurred aft of the wet exhaust piping. Permanent repairs to be complete at the credit drydock in 2026. 46 CFR 115.600(d)

The number of persons capacity must be marked or painted in clearly legible letters and numbers on each life float and buoyant apparatus. This number must: ( 1) Be the number of persons the device is equipped for; and (2) Not be greater than the number the device is approved for as shown on the data on the nameplate. Persons capacity was not marked on the life floats and the nameplates were no longer legible due to being painted over.

All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the International and Inland Navigation Rules, except that a vessel of more than 65 feet in length must also have navigation lights that meet UL 1104 "Marine Navigation Lights," or other standard specified by the Commandant. Vessel has LED navigation lights that are not marked with UL listing. Prove installed lights meet UL 1104 or install navigation lights that meet UL 1104.

Each battery used in an item of lifesaving equipment, must be replaced during the annual inspection if the expiration date of the battery has passed... Except for storage battery, each battery without an expiration date indicated on it or for which the the owner or managing operator does not have a record of the expiration date, used in an item of lifesaving equipment, must be replaced during the annual inspection. Batteries in the life float and ring buoy lights have expired or are not marked with expiration dates. Renew all batteries with approved batteries as indicated by the light manufacturer.

Where liquid level indicating gages are installed,they shall be of heat resistant materials, adequately protected from mechanical damage and provided at the tank connections with devices which will automatically close in the event of rupture of the gage or gage lines. Vessel has a gate valve which does not automatically close in the event of rupture of the gage or gage lines. Cite: 46 CFR 182.20-25(1)(5) Old T

Whenever damage or deterioration to hull plating or structural members that may affect the seaworthiness of a vessel is discovered or suspected, the cognizant OCMI may conduct an internal structural examination in any affected space, including fuel tanks, and may require the vessel to be drydocked or taken out of service to assess the extent of the damage, and to effect permanent repairs. Pitting found in lazarette hull plating starboard side in way of rudder post and forward corner at the bulkhead. 04 pits to be repaired by clad welding; 02 pits in Bay #4 and 02 pits near rudder post not protected by external doubler. All other pits greater than 0.16" deep to be cleaned to good metal and filled with a suitable marine epoxy for corrosion resistance. Both areas are to be cropped and renewed prior to credit drydock in 2026. Until renewed, high water alarm in lazarette shall be tested and logged daily.

Inspection of all accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull, the watertight bulkheads. Small hole developed in way of the STBD quarter at the transom, approximately 4' above the waterline. Operator is permitted to install a temporary patch to continue operations until permanent repairs are completed as part of the next credit hull inspection. Vessel is to operate on a Lakes Bays and Sounds route only during this period, the Limited Coastwise route is deactivated until permanent repairs are complete. Conduct rounds of the lazarette at each stop on the ferry run.

(a) At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of the hull structure and its appurtenances, including the following: (1) Inspection of all accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull, the watertight bulkheads, and weather desks. During Annual Exam, a crack in the starboard side shell near the transom. Repair the crack to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.

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. The vessel's starboard outboard main diesel engine was found to have a fuel leak on the piping to the engine's fuel strainer isolation valve. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.

Electrical equipment and installations must be suitable for the roll, pitch, and vibration of the vessel underway. The lighting fixture cover in the lazarette was found to be incorrectly affixed. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.

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. Fuel supply/return lines on generator engine/s were found to be deteriorated. Replace fuel lines on port and starboard generators.

Each lighting fixture, globe, lens or diffuser must have a guard or be made of high strength material. Florescent light fixture was found to have a broken clip that secures the light cover. Replace clip/cover to meet the requirements in 46CFR120.410.

Employers must ensure that they and their crewmembers meet the requirements of this part. Vessel was unable to provide enrollment for the DAPI program.

Each disposable hydrostatic release unit must be marked with an expiration date of two years after the date on which the unit is installed. Vessel limited to 3mn operation due to expired Hydrostatic release.

The minimum capacity of the fire pump shall be not less than 60 pounds per square inch at the pump outlet. The fire pump only makes 30 psi at the pump outlet. 46 CFR 181.10-1(c)

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 jackets. One of the forward, port lifejacket bins is missing the number of lifejackets stored inside. Add a label for the number of lifejackets stored in that container. 46 CFR 122.604(f)

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. Lifejackets are stored on the second deck, but there are no donning instructions posted. 46 CFR 122.516(a)

All escape hatches used as a means of escape must be marked on both sides in clearly legible letters at least 2 inches high "EMERGENCY EXIT, KEEP CLEAR". The emergency escape hatch on the stbd side near the bar on the main deck is not adequately marked. 46 CFR 122.606

Machinery spaces must be separated from accommodation spaces by boundaries that prevent the passage of vapors. The foam gasket under the door leading from the accommodation space on the main deck to the engine room on the stbd side is wasted. 46 CFR 116.405

All electrical equipment, including distribution panels, shall be dripproof protected. Breaker panel in the engine room on the port side aft does not latch closed. 46 CFR 183.10-10(a)

All electrical installations shall be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge of Marine Inspection. The bilge alarm junction box in the aft steering void near the centerline on the transom is not watertight as designed (missing stuffing tube). 46 CFR 183.01-15(a)

Port outboard propulsion engine raw water hose dry rotted. Hose is located on the onboard side at the expansion tank outlet. Replace hose in kind.

Aft emergency escape hatches on port and starboard of engine room not properly marked. Mark emergency escape hatches as required.

Starboard generator failed to start during operational testing. Starting battery replaced. Generator op test sat.

No visible draft marks on vessel. Provide draft marks as required. 46CFR122.602(b)(1) NLT next DD on 2020

Access control markings on starboard door into pilot house missing restricted access marking. Provide markings as required.

Where subject to moisture, a storage cylinder must be installed to provide a space of at least 2 inches between the deck and the bottom of the storage cylinder. Storage cylinders on the MASSACHUSETTS are currently resting directly on the deck in an area subject to moisture.

Owner/Operator shall conduct tests to determine that fixed gas fire extinguishing equipment, including controls, are in operating condition. Cylinder control heads linked to engine room rate of rise heat sensors for automatic deployment of fixed CO2 system are inoperable. System is currently capable of manual operation only.

Vsl is broadcasting NAME with Vsl type precursor (NAME must not include Vsl type precursors, e.g. F/V, M/V) and no static draft information

Provide vessel with approved DVTP's and PSTP's.

Make permenent repairs to STBD M/E. Prove proper operation of main propulsion.

Multiple wires were damaged due to a fault in the engine control system. Replace in kind all damagaed wires.

Conduct operational test of all propulsion equipment to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector.

Turbo chargers on both outboard MDE's were found to be leaking oil, issued requirement to repair leaks.

An unauthorized hose was found on the inboard port MDE's raw water system, issued requirement to replace with an approved type.

Raw water cooling pipe supply to the inboard starboard engine was found to be wasted and leaking, issued requirement to repair or replace section of pipe.

Deck lighting junction box and stuffing tube were found to be corroded and non-watertight, issued requirement to repair and make watertight.

Through hull fitting in steering compartment was found to a hose between hull and cut-off valve, issued requirement to eliminate hose.

Port outboard engine has two holes on the block from the #1 piston tie rod breaking and puncturing the block. Replace in kind/repair and test engine.

THE VESSEL'S OWNER/OPERATOR HAS NOT REQUESTED AN INITIAL OR UPDATED STABILITY LETTER OR HAS NOT CERTIFIED COMPLIANCE WITH THE REVISED STABILITY CRITERIA FOR ASSUMED AVERAGE WEIGHTPER PERSON (AAWPP) OF 185 POUNDS. BASED UPON A WEIGHT RATIO CALCULATION, THE VESSEL'S CAPACITY IS THEREFORE LIMITED TO: 306 PERSONS(PASSENGERS AND CREW)

Crop and re-new hull plating IWO fore peak damaged in allision to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector.

Repair severely cracked window in accomodation space.

Submit proposal for MOB recovery system to Sec Bos nlt 14Dec07. Existing system inadequate and not readily available.

Make permanent installation or remove TV in fwd passenger compartment

make permanent repairs to small crack iwo stb side of #1 void.

Submit plans for review, including any new electrical components (ie. breakers, panelboard, cable, etc.) for new Furuno ARPA-capable radar system. Plans must include a bill of materials and a simple one-line diagram.

Prove proper operation of new ARPA-capable radar system.

Post original Certificate of Inspection.

Provide and post Stability Letter.

Prove compliance with drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Prior to operating vessel with SSDG's in parallel mode, prove proper operation of same to attending Marine Inspector. Independent operation only may be used until this requirement is cleared.

Repair or renew lifefloat life line atattachments.

Properly reinstall all fixed seating in passenger areas.

Seal oil-fired furnace exhaust duct to prevent rainwater intrusion.

Make repairs in-kind to all structures and equipment damaged as a result of or by the fire. Repairs or replacement not made in kind shall have approved plans and meet appliance requirements of 46 CFR Subchapter K, Parts 114 thru 122. All work shall be completed to the satisfaction of an attending Marine Inspector.

Free up reach rod to forward peak tank bilge suction valve.

Reweld tear in the side shell located in the #2 void space starboard.

Insulate clamp for generator feeder cable in engine room.

Lubricate all ball type sea valves and exercise.

Double up all MSD overboard discharges hose clamps.

Renew port inboard and starboard inboard tail shafts.

PROVE PROPER OPERATION OF GROUND DETECTION SYSTEM ON GENERATOR PANEL IN ENGINE ROOM

PROPERLY REPLACE SEA PAINTERS OFF 3 OF THE FOUR SETS OF LIFE FLOATS

PROPERLY REPLACE NETTING ON PORT TOP LIFE FLOAT

PROPERLY REPAIR LATCH ON PORT DOOR ON UPPER LEVEL

PROPERLY REPAIR/INSTALL COVERS ON E/R LIGHTING.

Prove proper operation of port Fire/Bilge pump NLT 22JAN04.

Install Guage on STBD Fire/Bilge pump NLT 22JAN04.

Provide Proper labeling/instructions for bilge system. NLT 22JAN04.

Prove proper labeling of Bilge system valves.

Reinstall proper panels IWO oil burner exhaust.

Remove and properly blank existing fuel level system.

Reweld groove area on starboard side shell forward.

Install fuel shut off valve for hot air furnace.

Repack shaft packing glands for all four shafts.

Double clamp all hoses for shaft stuffing boxes.

Repair exhaust leak for port generator piping.

Replace clamp for exhaust piping for port inboard main engine.

Provide proper bracket for fire extinguisher located in the engine room.

Renew forward section of bilge piping just aft of collision bulkhead approximately 4-6 section.

Repair hole in bilge piping in #2 void space (temporary rubber patch).

Renew relief valve for air receiver in engine room.

Replace flexible hose for A/C line forward section port side of the engine room.

Replace the emergency broadcast placard on the bridge. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Making Voice Radio Distress Call

Replace the missing Coast Pilot with a cureent edition. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: US Coast Pilot

Properly secure the overboard discharge valves for the sewage tanks, while in U. S. waters. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Sewage System Valve

Make the proper repairs to the latches and safety latches on the aft metal half doors on the main deck and the 01 deck. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Door

Properly register the EPIRB with NOAA. Vessel is restricted to a lakes, bays , and sounds route until requirement is met. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: EPIRB

SAFETY RADIO TELEPHONY CERTIFICATE EXPIRE MARCH 1999. PROVIDE VALID RADIO CERTIFICATE ON BOARD FOR THE VESSEL.

DOCUMENT RENEWAL STICKER NOT PROPERLY ATTACHED TO THE CERTIFICATE OF DOCUMENTATION. PROVIDE VALID DOCUMENT ON BOARD THE VESSEL.

RENEW EXHAUST LAGGING FOR OUTBOARD MAIN ENGINE ADJACENT TO THE TURBO.

RENEW RESISTANCE GROUNDING CONNECTION BLOCK FOR STARBOARD OUTBOARD MAIN ENGINE AND PROVIDE PROTECTIVE RUBBER SHIELD FOR BOTH OUTBOARD MAIN ENGINES.

RENEW RUSTED EXHAUST ELBOW FOR HOT AIR FURANCE.

SUPPORT FUEL LINES ON ALL MAIN ENGINES SUPPLY LINES.

MAKE PERMANENT REPAIR IN LIEU OF TEMPORARY REPAIR TO HULL PUNCTURE 15 FEET AFT OF THE STEM AND APPROXIMATELY 3 1/2 FEET ABOVE THE WATER LINE LOCATED IN THE MSD TANK ROOM._x001C_ _x001C_

REPAIR MINOR EXHAUST COOLING WATER LEAK IN PORT OUTBOARD ENGINE IN WAY OF LADDER TRUNK.

PROVIDE BRIGHTLY COLORED, WATERTIGHT, PROPERLY LABELED CONTAINER FOR DISTRESS SIGNALS.

PROVIDE FLASHLIGHT MOUNTED AT ACCESS TO MACHINERY SPACE.

MAKE PERMANENT REPAIRS TO FRACTURE IN WELD ON STARBOARD QUARTER.

PROPERLY SUPPORT PVC PIPING TO MSD TANK IN THE #2 COMPARTMENT.

MAKE PERMANENT REPAIRS TO ERRODED AND MISSING GRATING BARS FOR THROUGH HULLS.

RENEW ALL FADED AND WORN REFLECTIVE TAPING ON ALL LIFEFLOATS.

PROVIDE WATERPROOF CONTAINER FOR PYROTECHNIC DEVICES.

PERMANENTLY REPAIR BROKEN BRACKET TO PORT SIDE OUTBOARD EXHAUST MUFFLER IN THE LAZARETTE.

PERMANENTLY REPAIR FRACTURE IN WELD ON THE MAIN DECK PORT QUARTER.

COMPLETE PERMANENT REPAIRS TO 1 1/2 INCH SPOOL PIECE FOR A/C OVERBOARD PORTQUARTER IN STEERING GEAR COMPARTMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH 46 CFR 171.119(B).

COMPLETE PERMANENT REPAIRS TO MSD OVERBOARD SPOOL PIECE TO THE SATISFACTIONOF ATTENDING COAST GUARD MARINE INSPECTOR (46 CFR 171.119(B)

PAINT VESSEL DRAFT MARKS IN CONTRASTING COLORS.

CROP TO GOOD METAL AND INSERT IN KIND HULL PLATE IN WAY OF THREE PUNCTURES ON SIDE SHELL.

MAKE PERMANENT REPAIRS TO STARBOARD SIDE SHELL TO SATISFACTION OF AN ATTENDING COAST GUARD MARINE INSPECTOR.

LABEL ACCESS LEADING TO THE UPPER DECK WITH THE CAPACITY OF THE UPPER DECK AS LISTED ON THE VESSEL'S STABILITY LETTER (46 CFR 185.20.5).

ON OR BEFORE NEXT DRYDOCK EXAMINATION APPLY DRAFT MARKS OR LOADING MARK IN ACCORDANCE WITH VESSEL'S CURRENT STABILITY LETTER DATED 5 MAY 1988.

REPLACE PENDANTS ON ALL LIFEFLOATS IAW 46CFR 160.010 - 3G.

PROPERLY MOUNT THE SECOND BII FIRE EXTINGUISHER IN ENGINEROOM.

PROCURE FOUR ORANGE HAND HELD FLARES.

SECURE ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT.

REMOVE HOUSE WIRING AND COVER JUNCTION BOX IN AFTER STEERING.

ALIGN AND INSTALL BOLTS OF SUFFICIENT SIZE ON BOTH RUDDER STOCK PACKING FLANGES.

INSTALL ESCAPE LADDER IN SECOND DECK ACCOMADATION ALSO REMOVE OVEN.

SECURE SEATS IN SECOND DECK ACCOMADATION.