Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 18 June 2026.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 18 May 2026
Resolved
Except as noted in § 176.114 of this part, each vessel inspected and certificated under the provisions of this sub chapter must, when any passengers are aboard during the tenure of the certificate, be in full compliance with the terms of the certificate. Vessel Certificate of
Inspection (COI) has Sector Honolulu's Work Instruction 31 (WI-31) in the COI's Route Permitted and Conditions of Operation. The vessel does not have child-sized AED pads with the AED kit required by WI-31, as the vessel is certificated to carry children passengers on board. Obtain child-sized AED pads and store with AED kit on board the vessel, to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 176.100(b)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 June 2026
Resolved 29 May 2026
Resolution: Obtained child-sized AED pads. Photo has been uploaded under "documents" of this section.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 18 May 2026
Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit that meets the requirements in 46 CFR 199.175(b)(10) or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. Vessel does not have iodine in first-aid kit. Obtain required iodine and store in vessel's first-aid kit, to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 184.710
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 June 2026
Resolved 29 May 2026
Resolution: Vessel obtained a 50-pack of iodine swabs for first-aid kit. Photo has been uploaded under "documents" of this section.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 18 May 2026
Resolved
Each vessel must be marked as required by part 67, subpart I, of this chapter. The name of the vessel must be marked on some clearly visible exterior part of the port and starboard bow and stern of the vessel. Vessel's name on the port bow is partially illegible. The "N" last "A" in "MAKANA" are partially missing, making the name illegible. Replace letters "N" and last "A" to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 185.602(a) & 46 CFR 67.123(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 June 2026
Resolved 29 May 2026
Resolution: Vessel's full name is now clearly legible on the port bow. Photo has been uploaded under "documents" of this section.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 11 August 2025
Resolved
Fuses must be of the cartridge type only and be listed by Underwriters Laboratories or another independent laboratory recognized by the Commandant. Automotive Blade type fuses were installed for the autopilot and stereo systems. Correct electrical install by 1) Refer to manufacturer marine installation requirements for blade type fuses and install the proper marine type of blade fuse, or 2) Install cartridge type fuses per the above regulation to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
46 CFR 183.380 (i)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 September 2025
Resolved 4 September 2025
Resolution: New cartridge type fuses have been installed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 11 August 2025
Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit that meets the requirements in 46 CFR 199.175(b)(10) or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. A first-aid kit may be considered acceptable if it meets all of the requirements of ISO 18813:2006(E) paragraph 4.12. The vessel did not have the required number of aspirin onboard, ISO 18813:2006 requires a minimum of 48 doses on board. Provide the minimum required number of aspirin to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
46 CFR 184.70
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 25 August 2025
Resolved 13 August 2025
Resolution: The correct amount of aspirin has been placed on board.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 11 August 2025
Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 13 August 2025
Resolution: Oxygen bottle has been hydrostatically tested.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Medical certificate
Issued 14 June 2024
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 14 July 2024
Resolved 2 August 2024
Resolution: Received email from vessel rep John with photograph of his valid medical certificate; all sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 14 June 2024
Resolved
Provision must be made for closing all supply duct cowls or scoops and exhaust duct discharge openings for a space protected by a fixed gas extinguishing system. All closure devices must be readily available and mounted in the vicinity of the vent. Engine compartment fixed gas extinguishing system closure devices missing. Repair of the engine compartment ventilation may proceed without Sector Honolulu OCMI approval, however required correction of material, design, equipment, construction, installation, etc. that are found not to be in compliance with Coast Guard requirements will be to the applicable regulatory requirements to the satisfaction of the cognizant OCMI prior to placing the vessel in service.
43 CFR 182.465(h)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 21 June 2024
Resolution: Attended vessel to inspect ventilation enclosure for engine compartment; all sat.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 14 June 2024
Resolved
Each ring life buoy on a vessel must:(1) Be approved in accordance with § 160.050 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant, including, but not limited to, approval series 160.150. Ring life buoy not approved type. Replace ring life buoy with an approved type to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 180.70(b)(1)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 June 2024
Resolved 17 June 2024
Resolution: Vessel rep provided a photograph of the new CG approved ring life buoy; all sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 14 June 2024
Resolved
The discharge ends of vent pipes shall be fitted with removable flame screens or flame arresters. The flame
screens shall consist of a single screen of corrosion resistant wire of at least 30x30 mesh. The flame screens or flame arresters shall be of such size and design
as to prevent reduction in the net cross-sectional area of the vent pipe and permit cleaning or renewal of the
flame screens or arrester elements. Fuel vent screens damaged, corroded, wasted wire mesh. Replace fuel vent screens to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 182.20-35(d)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 June 2024
Resolved 19 July 2024
Resolution: Received email from vessel rep John with photographs of the fuel tank vents installed; all sat.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Abandon ship drills
Issued 14 June 2024
Resolved
Abandon ship and man overboard drills and training shall be logged or otherwise documented for review by the Coast Guard upon request. Abandon ship and man overboard drills and training log not on board the vessel to be reviewed by the attending Marine Inspector. Provide abandon ship and man overboard drill log to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 185.520(f)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 June 2024
Resolved 17 June 2024
Resolution: Vessel rep provided a photograph of theaband on ship and man overboard drill log; all sat.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 14 June 2024
Resolved
Fire fighting drills and training shall be logged or otherwise documented for review by the Coast Guard upon request. Fire fighting drills and training log not on board the vessel to be reviewed by the attending Marine Inspector. Provide fire fighting drills and training log to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 185.524(d)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 June 2024
Resolved 17 June 2024
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photograph of the fire fighting drills and training log; all ssat.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 14 June 2024
Resolved
Any vessel of at least five net tons which engages in the fisheries on the navigable waters of the United States or in the Exclusive Economic Zone, or coastwise trade, unless exempt under § 67.9(c), must have a Certificate of Documentation bearing a valid endorsement appropriate for the activity in which engaged. Vessel COD on aboard the vessel. Provide valid COD to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 67.7
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 June 2024
Resolved 17 June 2024
Resolution: Vessel rep provided a photograph of the vessels valid COD; all sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 14 June 2024
Resolved
(a) S and L. All vessels shall be provided with bilge pumps in accordance with Table 182.25-10(a). The head space fixed hand bilge pump is inoperable. Repair and prove proper operation to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 182.25.10
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Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 June 2024
Resolved 16 July 2024
Resolution: Recevied an email with photographs and a video via the MI duty phone of the head space fixed hand bilge pump repaired and operation; all sat.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 14 June 2024
Resolved
On a vessel of at least 26 feet in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level in each of the following normally unmanned spaces:(1) A space with a through-hull fitting below the deepest load waterline, such as a lazarette;(2) A machinery space bilge, bilge well, shaft alley bilge, or other spaces subject to flooding from sea water piping within the space; and(3) A space with a non-watertight closure, such as a space with a non-watertight hatch on the main deck. The bilge high level alarm visual and audible alarm at the operating station for the head space and engine room are the same alarm. Install a separate bilge high level alarm for the head space and prove proper operation to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 182.530(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 28 July 2024
Resolved 18 July 2024
Resolution: Received email with video of the head space high water alarm installation and operation; all sat.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 14 June 2024
Resolved
Drug testing programs required by this part must be conducted in accordance with 49 CFR part 40, Procedures for Transportation Workplace Testing Programs. This subpart summarizes the responsibilities of credentialed mariners, marine employers, MRO, SAP and other chemical testing service providers in 49 CFR part 40. The regulations in 49 CFR part 40 should be consulted to determine the specific procedures which must be established and utilized. Company drug testing program missing key elements or not on board the vessel. Hansen & Hansen of Hawaii, LLC to provide proof of a drug testing policy, Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that meets all the elements prescribed by the regulations and compliance with the provisions of this part to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 113(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 14 July 2024
Resolved 26 July 2024
Resolution: Received emails with the company drug testing policy, Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) list, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that meets all the elements prescribed by the regulations; all sat.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 14 June 2024
Resolved
Each EPIRB, other than an EPIRB in an inflatable life raft, must be tested monthly, using the integrated test circuit and output indicator, to determine that it is operative. EPIRB test required log or otherwise documented not on board the vessel to be reviewed by the attending Marine Inspector. Tested EPIRB in the presence of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 185.728
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 14 June 2024
Resolved 14 June 2024
Resolution: Vessel rep tested the EPIRB in the presence of the attending marine inspector and logged the test; all sat.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance and inspections
Issued 8 June 2022
Resolved
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 inspection of lifesaving equipment and systems. No EPIRB onboard. Install EPIRB and demonstrate proper operation the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. Vessel is restricted to three miles from shore until the above is satisfied.
46 CFR 176.808(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 June 2022
Resolution: Vessel installed EPIRB.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 8 June 2022
Resolved
Each life float must be fitted with a lifeline, pendants, two paddles, a painter, and a light. No painter onboard. Install painter for life float.
46 CFR 180.175 (d)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 June 2022
Resolution: Painter satisfactorily installed.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 8 June 2022
Resolved
At least one ring life buoy must be fitted with a lifeline. Each lifeline on a ring life buoy must: Be of at least 18.3 meters (60 feet) in length; Be of a dark color if synthetic, or of a type certified to be resistant to deterioration from ultraviolet light. Vessel lifeline not 60 ft in length and not identified as UV resistant or dark in color. Replace to the satisfaction of the Marine inspector.
46 CFR 180.70 (c)(2)(6)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 June 2022
Resolution: Ring life buoy satisfactorily replaced.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 8 June 2022
Resolved
Each child size life jacket must be stowed in a location that is appropriately marked and separated from adult life jackets so the child size life jackets are not mistaken for adult life jackets. Stowage location of life jackets not appropriately marked. Appropriately re-label stowage area for adult and child life jackets.
46 CFR 180.78 (a)(5)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 June 2022
Resolution: Operator satisfactorily re-labeled lifejacket stowage.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 8 June 2022
Resolved
The master of the vessel shall ensure that: (a) Each EPIRB must be tested monthly, using the integrated test circuit and output indicator, to determine that it is operative; and (c) The EPIRB test required by paragraph (a) shall be logged or otherwise documented, as applicable. No logbook onboard. Provide physical log.
46 CFR 185.728 (a)(c)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 June 2022
Resolution: Owner created log.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 8 June 2022
Resolved
Portable and semi-portable extinguishers must be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10 (incorporated by reference, see § 175.600 of this chapter) as amended here: Monthly inspections required by NFPA 10 may be conducted by the owner, operator, person-in-charge, or a designated member of the crew. The owner or managing operator must provide satisfactory evidence of the required servicing to the marine inspector. If any of the equipment or records have not been properly maintained, a qualified servicing facility must perform the required inspections, maintenance procedures, and hydrostatic pressure tests. No logbook onboard. Provide physical log.
46 CFR 176.810 (b)(1)(ii)& (iv)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 June 2022
Resolution: Owner created log.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 8 June 2022
Resolved
Fire fighting drills and training shall be logged or otherwise documented for review by the Coast Guard upon request. The drill entry shall include the following information: (1) Date of the drill and training; and (2) General description of the drill scenario and training topics. No logbook onboard. Provide physical log.
46 CFR 185.524 (d)(1)(2)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 June 2022
Resolution: Owner created logbook.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for master and officers
Issued 8 June 2022
Resolved
The Coast Guard will issue a medical certificate to a mariner meeting the medical and physical standards for merchant mariners. Master unable to provide medical certificate. Provide medical certificate.
46 CFR 10.301 (a)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 June 2022
Resolution: Received valid medical certificate for operator.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 8 June 2022
Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 June 2022
Resolution: Vessel meets all provisions on WI 31.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 8 June 2022
Resolved
The employer shall provide an Employee Assistance Program for all crewmembers that includes both education and training on the effects and consequences of drug and alcohol use. Supervisory personnel must receive at least 60 minutes of training. No evidence of completed training for crewmembers or supervisor. Provide satisfactory evidence of completed Employee Assistance Program training.
46 CFR 16.401
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 June 2022
Resolution: Operator provided evidence of EAP training.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Stability/strength/loading information and instruments
Issued 8 June 2022
Resolved
Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, each vessel must, in each condition of loading and operation, comply with the applicable requirements of (1) Part 170 of this chapter, except subparts G and H; and (2) Part 171 of this chapter, subparts A and B. CG Marine Safety Center has determined that the original stability verifications for this series of vessels were based on faulty assumptions. Vessel shall conduct a new stability test.
46 CFR 178.310(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 21 December 2022
Resolved 8 December 2022
Resolution: Upon further research, new stability test is not required. See narrative for further explanation.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Stability/strength/loading information and instruments
Issued 8 June 2022
Resolved
Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, each vessel must, in each condition of loading and operation, comply with the applicable requirements of (1) Part 170 of this chapter, except subparts G and H; and (2) Part 171 of this chapter, subparts A and B. Vessel's exposed waters calculations, computed on the 02NOV1989 SST were incorrect. Vessel is authorized to only operate on the following route:
"PACIFIC OCEAN, STATE OF HAWAII, SOUTHERN AND WESTERN COASTS OF THE ISLAND OF OAHU BETWEEN A LINE EXTENDING SOUTH BY SOUTHWEST FROM KOKO HEAD TO A LINE EXTENDING SOUTHWEST FROM KAENA POINT, NOT MORE THAN 20 MILES FROM A HARBOR OF SAFE REFUGE, VESSEL MAY CARRY A MAXIMUM OF 22 PERSONS OF WHICH 20 MAY BE PASSENGERS."
46 CFR 178.310(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 9 January 2023
Resolved 9 January 2023
Resolution: Owner decided to take a reduction in the total number of people/pax on exposed waters to match the current AAWPP.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 19 May 2021
Resolved
Provide and demonstrate proper operation of secondary means of steering (tiller).
46 CFR 182.620
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 17 June 2021
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 19 May 2021
Resolved
Provide operational operating station indicator light for fixed fire suppression system.
46 CFR 181.420(b)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 12 June 2021
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 19 May 2021
Resolved
Replace expired medication in first aid kit.
46 CFR 184.710
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 12 June 2021
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 19 May 2021
Resolved
Provide vessel name and hailing port on stern of vessel.
46 CFR 67.123
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 17 June 2021
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 19 May 2021
Resolved
Mount fire extinguisher at operating station.
46 CFR 181.520
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 12 June 2021
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 21 April 2021
Resolved
Provide one additional fire bucket.
46 CFR 181.610
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 12 June 2021