USNS PECOS

Fire-extinguishing appliances shall be kept in good order and be available for immediate use at all times. The port AFFF monitor is inoperable due to a 5" x 2" rupture in the line. Make permanent repairs to the system to the satisfaction of class.

The machinery, boilers, and other pressure vessels, associated piping systems and fittings shall be of a design and construction adequate for the service for which they are intended. Vessels port and starboard main propulsion systems failed and vessel lost propulsion while underway. Conduct root cause analysis and perform main propulsion control system groom, provide findings to Sector San Diego.

Tank Deck AFFF system suffered the following casualties: -Spool for Monitor One (01) at frame 33, developed a large hole with 200 gal/min escaping the hard piping system. -during test for Zone Two (02), no water flow was coming from the sprinklers. -fire and ballast pump could not be stopped after activation. Liquid cargo operations are restricted until repairs to the AFFF fire monitor and sprinkler system are made to the satisfaction of Class.

A person may not employ or engage an individual, and an individual may not serve in a position in which it is required by law or reguation that the individual hold an MMC endorsed with a national endorsement, as well as a corresponding endorsment for service outside the boundary line. The mariner filling the chief engineer position has an incorrect propulsion type allowance on their STCW endorsement as Chief Engineer and OICEW.

A person may not employ or engage an individual in a position required to hold an MMC unless that individual maintains a current medical certificate. Mariner in the postion of bosun/AB-Deck was found with expired national medical certificate.

The normal equipment of a fast rescue boat shall include a VHF radiocommunication set which is watertight. Due to flooding damage, VHF on port side rescue boat no longer functional. LSA 5/5.1.4.11

Every lifeboat to be launched by fall or falls, except free-fall lifeboat, shall be fitted with a release mechanism complying with the following requirements: the release mechanism shall be so arranged that all hooks are released simultaneously. During inspection, Marine Inspectors found that lifeboat #1 could not release on-load without a significant delay in release of aft and forward release hooks. Additionally, crew appears to regularly practice bypassing the on-load release procedure during operational tests/drills. 74 SOLAS (20) III/34; LSA 4/4.4.7.6

During preparation and launching, the survival craft, its launching appliance and the area of water into which it is to be launched shall be adequately illuminated by lighting supplied from emergency source of electrical power required by regulation II-1/42 or II-43, as appropriate. Marine Inspector found that all lights that point into water on starboard side, and all but one on port side, for survival craft launching/embarkation/recovery are not operable. 74 SOLAS (97) III/15.7

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Vessel reported to Marine Inspectors that both rescue boats are inoperable due to flooding from rain damage. 74 SOLAS (20) I/11(a)

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. International Shore Connection missing from location listed on Fire Control Plan. 74 SOLAS (20) I/11(a)

Any required...fire detection and fire alarm system shall be capable of immediate operation at all times and no action by the crew shall be necessary to set it in operation. Marine Inspector found trouble indication on fire alarm panel and found several fire detectors that were disconnected and hanging from their mounts. 74 SOLAS (81 Amended) II-2/12.1.1

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Watertight door indicator in ECR for WTD at Frame 102 inoperable: doesn’t indicate if door is open/closed. 74 SOLAS (20) I/11(a)

Structural members...and all other fittings used in connection with launching equipment shall be designed with not less than a minimum safety factor on the basis of the maximum working load...a minimum safety factor of 4.5 shall be applied to all davit and winch structural members. Port side rescue boat davit designed as a tilting davit, however due to long term deterioration and painting over of components it has been seized in place. Vessel to secure all pivot points by mechanical fastening/welding to ensure boat does not accidentally shift and prove proper launching utilizing only davit. 74 SOLAS (97) III/ 48.1.8

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Life ring located at starboard rescue boat was found missing. 74 SOLAS (20) I/11(a)

Firefighter’s outfit. Personal equipment shall consist of electrical safety lamp of an approved type...Electric safety lamp on tankers and those intended to be used in hazardous areas shall be of an explosion proof type and axe with a handle provided with high-voltage insulation. During fire drill, firefighters were found to be without radios and axes. SOLAS (20) II-2/10.1.1 FSS Code 3.2.1.1

All electrical apparatus shall be so constructed and so installed as not to cause injury when handled or touched in the normal manner. Wiring for general alarm at aft port side of midships unrep station found to be routed through a sharp edged rat hole and spliced outside of junction box. Make repairs to include proper weather-tight cable transit and make wiring connections inside junction box. 74 SOLAS (04) II-1/45.1.3

Where necessary, relatively tight compartments such as refrigeration spaces, paint lockers, etc., shall be provided with suitable means for relieving excessive pressure accumulating within the compartment when the carbon dioxide is injected. Door to forward cargo store room installed backwards. Does not open outwards from fixed gas system. U.S. Supplement ABS 2003

A general emergency alarm system complying with requirements of regulation 50 shall be provided. General alarm bell on starboard side aft of house found disconnected and missing. 74 SOLAS (97) III/6.4.2

Electrical installations shall be such that the safety of passengers, crew and ship from electrical hazards will be ensured. A/C unit that services ammunition locker base is wasted. Crew could not determine if unit worked or not. Temperatures in ammunition locker showed evidence of exceeding 100 degrees F. Unit is being held up with lashings. Repair base and install A/C unit to satisfaction of ABS. 74 SOLAS (04) II-1/40.1.3

Guard rails or bulwarks shall be fitted around all exposed decks. The height of the bulwarks or guard rails shall be at least 1m from the deck. Marine Inspectors found damage to rail on aft corner, starboard side, of forecastle. Crew stated that this was damaged from a crane operation at the shipyard. Additionally, damage was done to a blue light on rail just aft of Forecastle. Make repairs to satisfaction of ABS. ICLL (88) II/25(2)

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Marine Inspector found multiple kick pipes for deck equipment wasted on the 01 deck. 74 SOLAS (20) I/11(a)

Each nonmetallic transfer hose must: Have no unrepaired loose covers, kinks, bulges, soft spots or any other defect which would permit the discharge of oil or hazardous material through the hose material, and no gouges, cuts or slashes that penetrate the first layer of hose reinforcement as defined in § 156.120(i)...Have no external deterioration and, to the extent internal inspection is possible with both ends of the hose open, no internal deterioration... Hoses not meeting the requirements of paragraph (c)(1)(i) of this section may be acceptable after a static liquid pressure test is successfully completed in the presence of the COTP. The test medium is not required to be water. Marine inspectors found that virtually all cargo transfer hoses showed signed of external deterioration. Hoses shall be subject to additional inspection and testing prior to being returned to service. 33 CFR 156.170

A tank vessel with a capacity of 250 or more barrels that is carrying oil or hazardous material as cargo must have on board an emergency means to enable the person in charge of a transfer operation to a facility, to another vessel, or within the vessel to stop the flow of oil or hazardous material. Emergency shutdowns throughout the vessel were found to have unreadable signage, exposed wiring, or broken covers. 33 CFR 155.780(a)

A ship of 300 gross tons or more constructed after June 30, 1974 must have a fixed container or enclosed deck area under or around each fuel oil or bulk lubricating oil tank vent, overflow, and fill pipe. Marine Inspector found several containment plugs missing. 33 CFR 155.320(a)

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. HP Pressure tank system on the cargo deck found with multiple painted over and zip tied pressure relieving devices while in service.

Annual Inspection. Your vessel must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after each anniversary date. Due to vessel conducting repairs vessel has gone past 3 month limit. Schedule a date to renew prior to movement of vessel.

Un approved modification was made in way of the transverse expansion joint on the 01 level at frame 56.

A self-contained emergency source of electrical power shall be provided. Ship crew reported that EDG shut down after over-speeding, in addition that local and switchboard stop switch are not operating as intended. 74 SOLAS (2004) II-I REG 43.1.1

A self-contained emergency source of electrical power shall be provided. EDG is inoperable due to small fire shall be provided. EDG is inoperable due to small fire IWO of generator exhaust manifold. Conduct root causal analysis, Repair to OEM specifications, and to the satisfaction of RO. 74 SOLAS (2004) II-I REG 43.1.1

Means shall be provided to close all openings which may admit air to or allow gas to escape from a protected space. 06-92-1 Engine room air supply damper louvers are inoperable. 74 SOLAS (1997) II-2 Reg 5.1.4

Every ship shall be provided with fire pumps, fire mains, hydrants, and hoses complying with applicable requirements of this regulation. During operational test Fire main expansion joint ruptured IWO main deck P/S ZONE 3.

The ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. INOP bilge alarm IWO aft P/S pump room. 74 SOLAS (2020)I/11(a)

Faulty current transformer for #4 SSDG.

Title 46, CFR, Part 113.25-12 (b): Each general emergency alarm signal must be an electronically-operated bell, klaxon, or other warning device capable of producing a signal or tone distinct from any other audible signal on the vessel. Repair and prove operation of the following general alarms: 1 x general alarm in way of SWB P4 Tank, port side on tank top, 2 x general alarms in way of fire station no. 61, port side, 1 x general alarm in way of fire station no. 63, port side, 1 x general alarm with inoperable bell in aft truck tunnel, 1 x general alarm with inoperable rotating light in aft truck tunnel.

74 SOLAS (2014) Chapter III, Regulation 20.10: Containers, brackets, racks and other similar stowage locations for life-saving equipment shall be marked with symbols in accordance with recommendations of the Organization, indication the devices stowed in that location for that purpose. Replace missing symbols for ring buoys with attached float light at the following locations: 2 x on port side tank top and 1 x focsle near intake no. 02-12-2 Supply vent.

74 SOLAS (2014) Chapter II-2, Regulation 14.2.2.1: Maintenance, testing, and inspections shall be carried out based on the guidelines developed by the Organization and in a manner due regard to ensuring the reliability of fire-fighting systems and appliances. Portable fire extinguishers throughout house and work spaces were inspected with overdue annual service tags as of June 2020. Per vessel’s Captain, 3rd party service technician is scheduled to attend the vessel in Guam before end of July to complete inspection of vessel’s firefighting detection/suppression and portable extinguishers. Submit copy of inspection/service report to Sector Guam.

Oil filtering equipment referred to paragraph 2 of this regulation shall comply with paragraph 6 of this regulation. MARPOL Annex 1/14: In addition, it shall be provided with alarm arrangements to ensure that any discharge of oily mixtures is automatically stopped when the oil content of the effluent exceeds 15 parts per million. Vessel was unable to demonstrate that the oily water separator and oil content meter is operating as designed.

74 SOLAS (2014) Chapter 1, Regulation 11: The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to confirm with the provision of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to sea. Repair sound power powered phones at the following locations and prove operation: Focsle and in Motor Rooms 1, 2 and 3.

74 SOLAS (2014) Chapter III, Regulation 20: Before the ship leaves port and at all times during the voyage, all lifesaving appliances shall be in working order and ready for immediate use. Repair and prove operation of Rescue Boat compass and nav horn.

74 SOLAS (2014) Chapter II-2, Regulation 14.2.2.1: Maintenance, testing, and inspections shall be carried out based on the guidelines developed by the Organization and in a manner due regard to ensuring the reliability of fire-fighting systems and appliances. CO2 flooding system for Motor Rooms 1, 2 and 3 displays incorrect time delay of 20 seconds for exiting spaces. Time delay units are marked with minimum time delay of 60 seconds. Update placards with correct time delays for motor rooms 1, 2 and 3.

ICLL (1966) Annex I, Regulation 8: The ring, lines, letters shall be painted in white or yellow on a dargk ground or in black on a light ground…The marks shall be plainly visible. Paint in contrasting color starboard deck line per vessel's current International Load Line Certificate to the satisfaction of Class.

74 SOLAS (2014) Chapter I, Regulation 11: The machinery, boilers, and other pressure vessels, associated piping systems and fittings shall be of a design and construction adequate for the service they are intended. Repair COJP low suction wheel valve with vice-grip on gland bolt to as original.

74 SOLAS(14) II-1/54.4.1: The control system shall be such that the services needed for the operation of the main propulsion machinery and its auxiliaries are ensured through the necessary automatic arrangements. One of the three main engine's salt water stand-by cooling pump could not auto start and change over upon loss of pressure from the primary cooling pump.

Ventilator openings and air pipes shall be provided with weather tight closing appliances. Vessel was found with multiple ventilator closures on main deck and 01 deck missing hardware, painted over, corroded or otherwise incapable of being closed. ILLC Reg 19.4 and Reg 20.

Before the ship leaves port and at all times during the voyage, all life-saving appliances shall be in working order and ready for immediate use. The Port Side rescue boat davit experienced hydraulic hose failure during testing rendering davit INOP and rescue boat unable to be launched or recovered. Solas 74 (14 amend) III/20.1

The machinery, associated piping, and fittings shall be so installed and protected to reduce to a minimum any danger to persons on board. The Emergency Generator Set prime mover was found leaking diesel fuel from fuel hose fitting and filter housing during operational testing. SOLAS 74 (83 amend) II-2 Reg 26.1

Before the ship leaves port and at all times during the voyage, all life-saving appliances shall be in working order and ready for immediate use. The #2 lifeboat sliding door was found missing hardware and not able to be properly secured closed. Solas 74 (14 amend) III/20.1

Cables and wiring shall be installed and supported in such a manner as to avoid chaffing and other damage. Overhead wiring adjacent to emergency generator access hatch was found unsupported due to broken clip on framing. Solas 74 (83 amend) II-2/45/5.5

After any survey of the ship has been completed, no change shall be made in the structural integrity, machinery, or equipment covered by the survey without the sanction of the Administration. Addition of cooling fan in steering room needs approved and permanently installed to include proper utilization of junction boxes and wire supports as appropriate.

Provide proper batteries for all onboard water lights. Water lights on bridge wings have a max weight requirement of 1.49 lbs. Installed batteries have weight of 1.95 lbs. None of the water light batteries throughout the vessel are listed on the manufactures recommended battery list.

No lifeboat launching instructions.

Grab lines on 4 Liferings in substandard condition.

Spare extinguishers not properly stowed in foam room.

Number 4 Generator had bad tie to switchboard

EBIRBs not registered with NOAA

#SSDG 3 had a alarm light for ground, vessel crew took the generator off line and secured operation until furhter troubleshooting can be done. Request proper repair, and operatinal test.

Make permanent repairs to the Starboard Steering Unit to provide follow-up steering in accordance with 46 CFR 58.25-70(h).

Provide a copy of the port and stbd propellers' survey report.

Provide cargo tank overfill alarm that is visible in the cargo deck area iaw 46 CFR 39.20-7(d)(2) & 33 CFR 155.480 not later than completion of next drydock. Extension request to OCT 05 ROH granted

Provide embarkation ladder that meets 46 CFR 199.110(f)(2)

Prove proper operation of water spray sprinklers on #3 motor lifeboat

Permanently affix IMO number to vessel IAW SOLAS XI/3 by completion of next drydock.

Provide access to vent duct hatch on portside of winch room bulkhead

Provide proper SFP to bulkhead penetration packing for cable TV on winch room bulkhead.

Prove proper operation of exhaust damper 07-92-7

Revise periodic safety test procedures.

Repair and prove proper operation of the following malfunctioning vessel systems: 1) ships SSDG standby and auto call up functions. 2) cargo pump shunt trips used for load shedding 3) PTO generator alarm monitoring system on the engine room control console 4) Reason why the #1 and #2 PTO tripped offline during unrep operations with the USS NIMITZ

Prove proper operation of safety relief valve on #2 start air receiver.

Hard wire industrial fans or remove while under way.

Install proper piping for AFFF sprinkler system.

Prove ability to conduct fire drill properly.

Replace ruptured head to manifold cooling branch line on STBD MDE

Repair or renew all immersion suits to bring total to at least 143 as required by the COI. Vessel is restricted to 102 persons until full complement is achieved.

Remove all flammable liquids stored in cargo storeroom 01-27-1 until a satisfactory fixed fire extinguishing system is installed. 46CFR147.45 and 46CFR34.05-5(3)

Make permanent repairs to wasted exhaust vent door on forecastle near frame 18.

Provide original lifeboat wire rope (cable) approval calculations for review. Also provide the breaking strength of the eight (8) swaged thimble fittings attached to the turnbuckles (current test is for 31,000 lbs). 46 CFR 199.153(c). LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Davit

Make permanent repairs to wasted padeye and runner/messenger IWO RAS #6.

See Activity 1788099 Narrative for details on the requirements of this CG-835. To be cleared only by [name withheld], Far East. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Rudder Bearing

Submit detailed request to [name withheld], providing support for an extended time interval for inspection of lower pintle bearings. This package shall include but is not limited to original specifications and readings, all subsequent readings, comparisons to other vsl's in the same class. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Rudder Bearing

Renew all damaged flame screens

Repair bent dog on ventilation closure on focsl'e

Make permanent repair or remove emergency, towing gear, box. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Physiacal Hazard

Renew electrical cable for lighting on focsl'e.

Repair cable way supports on focsl'e where wasted.

Remove or properly install newly installed wiring in Fork Lift Shop.

Remove or properly terminate dead end cable in forward truck tunnel.

Remove all "Type III" pfd's.

Repair leak on Cargo DFM piping.

Properly insulate shore steam connection. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Insulation

Make permanent repairs to #2 lifeboat door seal.

Make permanent repairs to #2 lifeboat sprinkler system.

Repair speed indicator on the bridge. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Speed indicator

Replace bulbs as required in all running lights.

Make change in automation indicating when a standby pump auto starts from stand-by mode. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Alarm

Properly mark F/O deep tanks with "DANGER DO NOT ENTER". Make access to the tank more difficult to prevent personnel injury. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Marking

Make permanent repairs to paint locker halon system timer. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Timer

Refill empty halon bottle in after steering fixed system.

Repair leaks on CO2 activation hose fittings in main space halon system. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Control Valve

Properly maintain halon and CO2 cylinders to emergency generator room fixed fire fighting system.

Make permanent repair to garbage chute hatch and water wash penetration.

Properly markfryer disconnect swtch. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Diconnect Switch Markings

Provide additional AFFF (40%) to meet vsl's required 100% capacity. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Quantity of Foam

At next scheduled yard period make permanent repairs to cable splicing in way of penetration at frame 60 and at inboard window of supply office. Prior to repair, submit proposal for review to the [name withheld]: Cable

Hydro test auxiliary boilers prepare boilers for an internal inspection.

Replace improper roller fire door motor and junction box (indoor rated) at fwd stores with appropriate weather proof unit. Complete and provide satisfactory evidence to USCG OCMI prior to 15 May 2000.

End for end lifeboat falls prior to 31 March 1999 or renew falls prior to 31 May 1999.

Complete hull repairs in way of portside corner in frames 59-71. Repairs are to be completed as per proposed hull repairs submitted on 10 Jul 98.

Repair port and starboard rescue boats.

Repair leaks on main cooling system._x001C_

REPAIR #1 AUX BOILER AND PROVE SAT OPERATIONAL TEST TO THE SATISFACTION OF ATTENDING CG MARINE INSPECTOR.

repair ballast control monitor.

PROVIDE TESTING CERTIFICATES FOR HIGH PRESSURE RELIEF VALVES, FOR FAS AND RAS STATIONS 1-8. ITEM TO BE CLEARED BY FAX COPY OF CERTIFICATES TO MIDET SINGAPORE INSPECTION OFFICE (65) 750-2357.

REPAIR AND PROVE PROPER OPERATION OF FATHOMETER AND RECORDER.

REPLACE ALUMINUM ROLLERS ON PORT AND STARBOARD RESCUE BOAT DAVITS WITH ROLLERS OF A COMPATIBLE MATERIAL AND PROVIDE MEANS OF LUBRICATION.

REWRITE & TAILOR VESSEL AUTOMATION PROCEDURES TO REFLECT ACTUAL TESTING PROCEDURES AND RESUBMITT FOR AN APPROVAL TO COGNIZANT OCMI.

PROVIDE REFERENCE VIDEO FOR UNDERWATER IN LIEU OF DRYDOCK PROGRAM.

CONDUCT DAVIT LOAD TEST TO LIFEBOAT DAVIT #3 AND #4 AND CONDUCT WEIGHT/RELEASE TEST TO LIFEBOAT #2, #3 AND #4. THIS ITEM CAN BE CLEARED BY SUBMITTING LOG BOOK ENTRY AND PICTURES OF SATISFACTORY TESTS TO [name withheld], HI.

PROVE PROPER OPERATION OF THE OILY WATER SEPARATOR 15 PPM ALARM.

CONDUCT PERMANENT REPAIRS TO TEMPORARY PATCH ON #4 LIFEBOAT, PORTSIDE, 4 FEET FROM BOW AND 3 FEET ABOVE KEEL.

PRODUCE OIL TRANSFER PROCEDURES AS PER 33 CFR 155.720 AND 155.750 TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE ATTENDING MARINE INSPECTOR.

CARRIAGE OF GRADE "D" CARGO IS PROHIBITED IN #10 CENTERLINE CARGO TANK,(ANYCARGO WITH FLASH POINT BELOW 150 DEGREES F) UNTIL DOCUMENTATION IS PROVIDEDTHAT THE JP-5 IS IN FACT A GRADE "E" VICE GRADE "D" PRODUCT.

PROVIDE APPROVAL AND EXEMPTION FROM REGS TO INSTALL INTRUDER ALARM TIED TO GENERAL ALARM CIRCUIT AND PROVIDE PROOF OF MEETING THE REGULATIONS AS PER 46 CFR 113.25-6 AND 113.25-12.

PROVIDE APPROVED PLANS FOR NEW INSTALLATIONS OF ALARM SYSTEMS, E/R ESCAPE PTO CONVERTER CABINET SPACE, FIRE PUMP AND FIRE & BALLAST PUMP CONTROLLERS COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEM, ETC. TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE COGNIZANT OCMI

TAG OUTBOARD STARTING AIR RECEIVER OUT OF SERVICE. PROVIDE A COAST GUARD APPROVED WELDING PROCEDURE & WELDER'S QUALIFICATION & PERFORMANCE PRIOR TO STARTING WELDING HOLDING BRACKETS FOR THE STARTING RECEIVER.

WELDING OF THE BRACKETS TO THE OUTBOARD STARTING RECEIVER SHALL BE X-RAYED AND RECEIVER HYDROTESTED TO 1.5 TIMES MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WORKING PRESSURE IN THE PRESENCE OF A CG MARINE INSPECTOR PRIOR TO PLACING RECEIVER IN SERVICE.

PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF USCG APPROVAL OF UPS SYSTEM SERVING THE MAIN ERC CONSOLE.

RE-ATTACH OVERHEAD LIGHTS AND REPLACE BURNT-OUT BULBS IN THE FORWARD PAINT LOCKER, MAIN DECK.

EQUIP ALL REQUIRED EXPOSURE SUITS (IMMERSION SUITS) WITH ATTACHED LIGHTS AND WHISTLES.