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Inspection history · 34
24 June 2026
Excursion Permit
Administrative · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8412988
29 January 2026
Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs · Vessel Attendance · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8303565
9 December 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8268598
15 January 2025
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8037547
3 March 2024
Deficiency Check · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7873273
3 March 2024
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7873350
15 February 2024
Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7866445
12 July 2023
Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Long Island Sound · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7768777
24 May 2023
Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7692178
25 March 2023
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7656679
25 March 2023
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7656694
1 December 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7592023
1 July 2022
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7491613
31 May 2022
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7476065
22 February 2022
Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7392538
29 December 2021
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7361838
27 August 2021
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7294407
5 February 2021
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7136203
24 February 2020
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6913284
7 February 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6904643
7 January 2020
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6883167
8 May 2019
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6751888
28 April 2019
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6675198
5 March 2019
Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6636347
14 October 2018
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6562903
10 September 2018
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Navigation Center · Activity 6536798
20 February 2018
Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6354461
7 February 2018
Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6346274
4 July 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6198474
10 June 2017
Deficiency Check · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6173169
10 June 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6174470
31 January 2017
MTSA Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6079460
25 April 2016
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Boston · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 5870265
16 February 2016
Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection · Re-Inspection · Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 5816111
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 29 January 2026
No resolution recorded
All microprocessor or computer based propulsion engine control systems must meet the requirements of part 62 in subchapter F of this chapter. Due to the repower, submit a propulsion control system drawing, a QFA, show the system is suitable for intended service, and submit a DVTP based on the QFA, IAW the MSC Plan Review Guide E2-23. Allow for testing in the presence of the attending CG MI.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 27 March 2026 — due date passed with no resolution recorded
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 9 December 2025
Resolved
Vessels which carry more than 150 passengers shall meet the requirements of subpart 72.05 of Subchapter H (Passenger Vessels) of this chapter. Doors in stairway enclosures, except those that are kept normally closed, shall be of a type which is capable of release from the control station and from a position at the door.
Aft leaf of F.S.D.1 failed to close due to seized cable in way of pulley. F.S.D.2 local release failed to operate due to excess tension on release pins. Deck corrosion prevented full closure of F.S.D.2.
46 CFR 177.10-5 (Old T)
46 CFR 72.05-25(a)(9)(ii)
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 9 December 2025
Resolution: Deficiency rectified on the spot in the presence of the attending Marine Inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 15 January 2025
Resolved
The number and identification of the items stowed inside must be marked in clearly legible letters and numbers on each container for life jackets and immersion suits. The overhead life jacket stowage compartments did not have the life jacket quantity labeled, and there was no distinguishing label for the compartment holding the child-sized life jackets. Vessel to install labeling to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 122.604(f)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 January 2025
Resolved 13 February 2025
Resolution: New signage installed showing life jacket location, number, and size.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 15 January 2025
Resolved
Unless other means are provided to ensure that a potential waste receptacle fire would be limited to the receptacle, waste receptacles must be constructed of noncombustible materials with no openings in the sides or bottom. Waste receptacles on the outer decks and in the alcohol storage locker were not made of noncombustible materials. Vessel to remove the waste receptacles or provide evidence proving the materials are noncombustible to the marine inspector. 46 CFR 116.405(i)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 January 2025
Resolved 28 January 2025
Resolution: Non-compliant trash receptacles removed from vessel. Glass recycling receptacles labelled for recycling use only and under control of crew exclusively.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 15 January 2025
Resolved
All cables and wire must be installed with metal supports spaced not more than 24 inches apart, and in such a manner as to avoid chafing and other damage. Cables and wires were found without metal supports on the vessel bridge. Vessel to check cables and wires on the ship and install metal supports to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 120.340(b)(4)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 14 February 2025
Resolved 28 January 2025
Resolution: Metal hangers and ties used to properly install wiring.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 15 January 2025
Resolved
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. The ring life buoy water light battery was expired. Vessel crewmember installed new battery prior to completion of inspection. 46 CFR 122.726(d)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 29 January 2025
Resolved 15 January 2025
Resolution: Crewmember installed new battery in the water light during the inspection.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 3 March 2024
Resolved
Propulsion machinery shall be suitable in type and design for propulsion requirements of the hull in which it is installed and capable of operating at constant marine load. Crew witness smoke coming from the STBD MDE after departing from the pier. Cause of smoke must be addressed/corrected and an operational test of the engine must be witnessed by a CG Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 182.05-1(a)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 3 March 2024
Resolved 4 March 2024
Resolution: New starter was installed, witnessed 03 successful starters on the STBD MDE.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 3 March 2024
Resolved
Portable fire extinguisher shall be installed and located to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. The portable fire extinguisher used on the STBD starter must be replace with an approved replacement.
46 CFR 181.30-10(b)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 3 March 2024
Resolved 4 March 2024
Resolution: Verified new approved fire extinuisher was purchased and installed next to STBD MDE.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency fire pump and its pipes
Issued 15 February 2024
Resolved
A power-driven fire pump shall be installed on each mechanically propelled "L" vessel. 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 outlet shall be fitted with a pressure gauge. The vessel’s fire pumps were off the boat for maintenance.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 15 February 2024
Resolved 1 March 2024
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 15 February 2024
Resolved
Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery, or equipment that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant OCMI. The owner or managing operator shall submit drawings, sketches, or written specifications describing the details of any proposed alterations to the cognizant [name withheld] alterations must be approved by the OCMI before work is started. Vessel installed new electrical receptacles for intended use of induction cook tops on the buffet table/s. Prior to use of newly installed receptacles, operator must submit plans to the Marine Safety Center;(i) Elementary one-line diagram of all new installed electrical equipment; (ii) Cable (new) lists; (iii) new bills of materials, and (iv) Electrical plant load analysis.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 February 2024
Resolved 1 May 2024
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire-dampers
Issued 15 February 2024
Resolved
Fire protection: Vessels contracted for on or after July 1961, carrying more than 150 passengers must comply with Subchapter H of this chapter. The manual operating positions for automatic fire dampers in ventilation ducts passing through main vertical zone bulkheads shall be identified by red day light-reflecting letters at least 1/2 inch high “VENTILATION FIRE DAMPER.” In addition, the open and closed positions shall be similarly marked.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 March 2024
Resolved 1 March 2024
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 15 February 2024
Resolved
Fire protection: Vessels contracted for on or after July 1961, carrying more than 150 passengers must comply with Subchapter H of this chapter. All doors in main vertical zone bulkheads or stairway enclosures, except from individual rooms such as staterooms, fan rooms, lockers, etc., shall be numbered conspicuously on an etched plate or equivalent in not less than 3/8 inch letters and figures “F. S. D. 1,” “2,” “3,” etc. If stenciled or similar notice is used, the letters and figures shall be at least 1 inch high. The number shall be conspicuous with the door in the open position.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 March 2024
Resolved 1 March 2024
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Public address system
Issued 15 February 2024
Resolved
On a vessel of more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length, the public address system must be a fixed installation and be audible during normal operating conditions throughout the accommodation spaces and all other spaces normally manned by crew members. The vessel’s public address system was inoperable.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 15 February 2024
Resolved 1 March 2024
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 29 January 2024
Resolved
Provide Structural Fire Protection approval letter from the Marine Safety Center as required.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 16 February 2024
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 29 January 2024
Resolved
Active trouble alarm on the fire detection panel. Panel needs to be be fully operational.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 February 2024
Resolved 21 February 2024
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 29 January 2024
Resolved
Fire doors leading to the reefer space does not close properly. Doors need to be able to close fully for fire boundary.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 February 2024
Resolved 15 February 2024
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 29 January 2024
Resolved
Galley stairway fire door switch not detecting on the panel located on the bridge. Indicator needs to be indicated on the panel.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 February 2024
Resolved 15 February 2024
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 25 March 2023
Resolved
The SPIRIT OF BOSTON sustained fire damage on several decks and the reliability of the vessel’s systems and integrity of the vessel’s structure presents a risk while operating under its own power. Prior to movement submit a tow plan to this office or cognizant Captain of the Port for review and acknowledgment for each intended transit. Each transit shall be made in accordance with a tow plan that has been reviewed and acknowledged by the cognizant Captain of the Port. This requirement remains in place until the vessel has been deemed safe to transit on its own power by the attending marine inspector.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 29 January 2024
Resolution: Vessel condcuted sea trail and testing of all systems. Vessel is safe for transit.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 25 March 2023
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull, protection against fire, means of escape in case of a sudden unexpected casualty, guards and rails in hazardous places, ventilation of enclosed spaces, and necessary facilities for passengers and crew. Vessel sustained fire damage, causing unknown damage to the vessel's structure, electrical systems, and machinery. Operator shall determine the extent of the damage and coordinate repairs with the attending Coast Guard Inspector. Vessel is restricted from carrying passengers until a re-inspection of all vessel systems is completed to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard marine inspector.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 29 January 2024
Resolution: Vessel has repaired all the damage sustain during the fire. Conducted sea trial test and examined newly installed systems installed during the drydock.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 22 February 2022
Resolved
All electrical installations shall be to the satisfaction of the [name withheld] to excessive hull pitting identified during the 2022 drydock inspection, determine cause of stray current either from the vessel, shoretie, or it's home port, repair and provide evidence of the same to the USCG.
46 CFR 183.01-15 (a)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 3 June 2022
Resolved 12 July 2022
Resolution: Received galvanic corrosion report from technician
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 29 December 2021
Resolved
The fire pump must be capable of delivering a single hose stream from the highest hydrant, through the hose and nozzle required by § 118.320 of this part, at a pitot tube pressure of 345 kPa (60 psi). Electric driven fire pump only capable of 40 psi. Demonstrate proper psi.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 5 April 2022
Resolution: Verfied proper operation of fire pump
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 29 December 2021
Resolved
A grease extraction hood must be equipped with a dry or wet chemical fire extinguishing system meeting the applicable sections of NFPA 17 “Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems,” 17A “Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems,”
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 5 April 2022
Resolution: Received fire servicing report for galley hood system, system was serviced in January of 2022 and fusible links were replaced. See Activity Number 7392538.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 5 February 2021
Resolved
Cables entering boxes or fittings shall be protected from abrasion and secured to the box or fitting. The electrical panel in #2 void space top and bottom cable penetrations are not secure.
46CFR183.10-20(f)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 February 2021
Resolved 18 February 2021
Resolution: Received evidentiary pictures showing top and bottom of electrical panel in #2 void properly secured.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 5 February 2021
Resolved
Penetrations in watertight doors must have means to make them watertight. Cable penetration above watertight door is no longer in use and not watertight. Crew installed new cap on penetration.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 19 February 2021
Resolved 5 February 2021
Resolution: Observed the sealing of the penetrations.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 5 February 2021
Resolved
Openings in boxes or fittings which cables enter shall be adequately closed. Raw water pump #1 and #2 panel are missing caps. Main deck panel #2 has multiple openings on top of panel.
46CFR183.10-20(5)(1)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 February 2021
Resolved 18 February 2021
Resolution: Received evidentiary pictures showing main deck panel #2 multiple openings on top of panel have been secured.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 5 February 2021
Resolved
Distribution panels shall be of the dead front type. There are missing electric breaker blanks on power panel FWD #2 panel, and the ventilation panel in E/R missing breaker blanks. Crew put proper blanks in panels while onboard.
46CFR183.10-15(f)
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 19 February 2021
Resolved 5 February 2021
Resolution: Confirmed the installation of the blanks.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 5 February 2021
Resolved
A battery charger shall have a readily visible ammeter. The DC battery charger ammeter indicating needle is missing.
46CFR183.05-20(f)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 February 2021
Resolved 18 February 2021
Resolution: Received evidentiary pictures showing the DC battery charger ammeter has been replaced.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire-dampers
Issued 5 February 2021
Resolved
Exhaust ducts over frying vats shall have an automatic damper. The damper in the galley exhaust was not closing as designed. Crew lubricated the damper and showed proper operation of damper.
46CFR72.05-50(h)
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 5 February 2021
Resolved 5 February 2021
Resolution: Confirmed the correct damper operation.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machines/parts
Issued 5 February 2021
Resolved
Protective gratings shall be provided at such locations where persons or gear might come in contact with engine exhaust pipes. There are missing sections of lagging on the bow thruster engine exhaust pipe at approximately first foot of pipe and two foot section on starboard side over battery boxes.
46CFR182.15-20(g)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 February 2021
Resolved 18 February 2021
Resolution: Received evidentiary pictures showing lagging installed in all required areas.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 5 February 2021
Resolved
Engine exhaust piping shall be gaslight throughout its length. There is an exhaust leak at the first flange connection on both exhaust discharge pipes on the bow thruster engine.
46CFR182.15-20(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 February 2021
Resolved 11 February 2021
Resolution: Operator tightening the surrounding bolts and saw no evidence of a leak.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 5 February 2021
Resolved
Adequate emergency lighting automatically actuated upon failure of the main lighting system shall be fitted along line of escape in vessels having lounge areas below the main deck. Emergency light in refrigerator room at starboard side emergency escape and pump room emergency escape are inoperable.
46CFR184.30-5(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 February 2021
Resolved 18 February 2021
Resolution: Received evidentiary pictures showing Emergency lights operational in all required areas.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 5 February 2021
Resolved
Electrical equipment shall be installed in a safe condition. The galley has three circuit outlets that are not secured to the wall. Ensure the proper installation of the outlets.
46CFR176.25-15(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 February 2021
Resolved 18 February 2021
Resolution: Received evidentiary pictures showing proper installation of the outlets.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire-dampers
Issued 5 February 2021
Resolved
The manual operating positions for automatic fire dampers in ventilation ducts passing through main vertical zone bulkheads shall be identified by red day light-reflecting letters at least 1/2 inch high “VENTILATION FIRE DAMPER.” In addition, the open and closed positions shall be similarly marked. The ventilation duct in the galley is not marked. Ensure proper marking of this system.
46CFR78.47-53
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 February 2021
Resolved 18 February 2021
Resolution: Received evidentiary pictures showing ventilation duct in the galley is marked.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 7 January 2020
Resolved
Decks of the "A" class shall be constructed that if subjected to the standard fire test, they would be capable of preventing the passage of smoke and flame for 1 hour. Cable penetration from restaurant storeroom to stairway is not suitable for preventing smoke and flame.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 9 January 2020
Resolution: Observed closed cable penetration filled with fire stop.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 7 January 2020
Resolved
At least one ring life buoy must be fitted with a lifeline. Lifeline on port side bridge life buoy needs to be replaced.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 15 January 2020
Resolution: Vessel representative submitted photo of new lifeline installed with lifering.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 7 January 2020
Resolved
Where automatic fire dampers are required, they shall be so designed as to close against the anticipated draft in the duct. The exhaust galley duct dampers do not close automatically.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 9 January 2020
Resolution: Observed repair to damper and witnessed satisfactory operation.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 7 January 2020
Resolved
Adequate emergency lighting automatically actuated upon failure of the main lighting system shall be fitted along the line of escape. Forward starboard emergency light on 3rd deck was inoperable.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 9 January 2020
Resolution: Observed emergency lighting under emergency power.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 7 January 2020
Resolved
A vessel owner or operator may use an Alternative Security Program as approved under 33CFR101.120. Vessel could not provide proof of valid enrollment with PVA.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 7 January 2020
Resolution: Observed certificate stating enrollment with PVA.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 7 January 2020
Resolved
An adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried on board a vessel. Vessel was missing 5 out of 675 total adult life jackets. Before end of inspection, vessel produced five satisfactory life jackets.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 7 January 2020
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Abandon ship drills
Issued 7 January 2020
Resolved
Abandon ship and man overboard drills shall be logged or documented to include date and general description of drill scenarios and training topics. Trained crew on documentation requirements for drills.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 7 January 2020
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 7 January 2020
Resolved
Wiring joints and splices shall be mechanically secure and made in junction boxes. There is a junction box hanging from the wires leading into it across from the emergency escape ladder in the forward galley storage/reefer space. Make the junction box secure. Also, in the #3 void under the male head, there are multiple exposed splices leading to the sewage level indicators.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 9 January 2020
Resolution: Observed proper repair.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 7 January 2020
Resolved
All electrical installations shall be to the satisfaction of the [name withheld] distribution panel #2 and the sound power distribution panel in the forward galley storage/reefer space on the port side next to the ladder have unused knockouts/open connectors, & panel #2 also has an open breaker slot. Properly plug all unused knockout in panel & properly close off the open slot w/ a panel blank or filler plate.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 9 January 2020
Resolution: Observed proper repair.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 7 January 2020
Resolved
All wiring shall be run as high and practicable above bilges. Under the ladder leading down to the galley storage space, there is a wire sagging down from the wire run in the overhead down to the deck, then back up to the wire run. Make wire as high as practicable above the bilge.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 9 January 2020
Resolution: Observed proper repair.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 7 January 2020
Resolved
All electrical installations shall be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. There are multiple wires with dead-ends which are not in junction boxes and are not insulated or capped off in the following locations; Under the ladder leading to the forward galley storage/reefer space there are 2 open dead-end wires, under the deck plate at the bottom of the ladder leading down to the forward galley storage/reefer space there are two open dead-end wires, and in the forward female head inside the port side void outboard and aft there is an entire run of wires protruding from the overhead which were cut and left with open dead-ends. Properly terminate all wires inside of junction boxes or remove entirely.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 9 January 2020
Resolution: Observed the removal of deadend wires.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 10 September 2018
Resolved
Vsl is broadcasting invalid IMO # and no dimension information (AIS Antenna Position ABCD values equals 0)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 19 November 2018
Resolution: While running a query in VIVS, all information had been updated and AIS was broadcasting the proper information.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 7 February 2018
Resolved
Found dead end wires to have wire nuts, but without tape to prevent wire nuts from backing off. Apply tape to wire nuts.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 February 2018
Resolved 7 February 2018
Resolution: Deficiency cleared on spot.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Injector (fuel injection)
Issued 10 June 2017
Resolved
Vessel lost propulsion while underway, issued requirement to troubleshoot and correct loss of fuel, propulsion, and generators. Prove proper operation prior to carrying passengers underway.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 11 June 2017
Resolution: Vessel refueled and changed all machinery fuel oil filters, conducted satisfactory tests of all machinery.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Storage/Transfer System › Piping
Issued 10 June 2017
Resolved
Vessel's crew was unable to sound the stbd fuel tank, issued CG-835 requirement to provide a means to gauge the tank level.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 30 June 2017
Resolved 5 July 2017
Resolution: Vessl rep. provided means for gauging stbd fuel tank.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Storage
Issued 25 April 2016
Resolved
Vessel is missing PFD stowage placards. Must install correct numbered placards.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 9 May 2016
Resolved 7 July 2016
Resolution: New placards have been installed.
Fire Fighting › Structural - A Class Divisions › Machinery Spaces
Issued 25 April 2016
Resolved
Vessel is missing sections of structural fire protection on engine room overheard and forward bulkhead. Sections must be replaced.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 9 May 2016
Resolved 7 July 2016
Resolution: Missing sections of structural fire protection have been instatlled.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-direct drive) › Seal
Issued 18 March 2016
Resolved
Engineers found a coolant leak into the engine lube oil during a trial run post yard period. and 835 was issued prior to departure to have the engine serviced and repaired.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 25 March 2016
Resolved 19 March 2016
Resolution: Tech reps went onboard and changed out all cylinder heads, seals and gaskets.
No coolant was found in the lube oil system.