Records from 1990 to 2023. Most recent: inspection, 11 December 2023.
Inspection history · 54
11 December 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7837415
20 September 2022
Annual Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7549617
26 June 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7256204
8 June 2021
Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7195921
20 October 2020
DAPI Audit · Deficiency Check · Examination of Repairs · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7080934
22 July 2019
Explosive Handling Operation-Commercial
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6758932
16 May 2019
Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6682841
26 March 2018
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lafayette · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6378885
14 December 2016
Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6056198
25 February 2016
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5812643
10 June 2014
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4879667
7 May 2014
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4852853
5 May 2014
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4850918
6 January 2011
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3926323
21 December 2010
Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3914684
9 February 2010
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3677803
8 February 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3676794
29 January 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3672337
6 January 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3662220
2 December 2009
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3643382
5 December 2008
Annual Inspection · Examination of Repairs · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3392735
26 February 2008
Periodic Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3154455
11 July 2006
Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2716229
1 February 2006
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2577276
19 November 2004
Hull Examination · COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2244641
29 April 2004
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2056091
13 February 2003
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1742310
28 January 2003
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1736354
22 January 2003
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1737536
29 October 2002
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1736324
24 January 2002
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · MIDET HARVEY CANAL DETAIL · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1480929
6 February 2001
Hull Examination · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1379300
7 February 2000
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1388995
29 October 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 770395
27 October 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 199777
1 March 1999
Re-Inspection · Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1453548
6 February 1998
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1396863
18 February 1997
Hull Examination · COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1447677
14 February 1996
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1448734
2 July 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 121907
14 February 1995
COI Inspection · Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1453102
28 June 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1337450
19 May 1994
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 859405
7 April 1994
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1442131
28 May 1993
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1148353
11 February 1993
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1432647
10 November 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 37171
11 June 1992
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1354165
14 January 1992
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1268193
10 October 1991
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1250583
29 July 1991
Administrative
Administrative · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1001118
17 July 1991
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 488305
12 June 1991
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 941230
18 July 1990
Initial Construction-Excluding Oversight · Plan Review "T" Boat · Initial Certification · Inclining Experiment
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 930828
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 20 September 2022
Resolved
Fuel lines shall be accessible, protected from mechanical injury, and effectively secured against excessive movement and vibration by the use of soft non-ferrous metal straps with no sharp edges. The #1 main engine fuel line had abrasions through the outer jacket of the fuel line.
46CFR182-20-40(b)(2). 60c
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 11 October 2022
Resolution: Conducted deficiency check and verified correction.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 20 September 2022
Resolved
A loop of tubing or a short length of flexible hose shall be installed in the fuel supply line at or near the engines.
Such flexible hose shall be provided with suitable connection fittings and shall have a high resistance to salt
water, petroleum oils, heat and vibration. Flexible fuel lines on the port generator had multiple leaks. 46CFR182-20-40(b)(4). 60c
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 11 October 2022
Resolution: Conducted deficiency check and verified correction.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 20 September 2022
Resolved
A loop of tubing or a short length of flexible hose shall be installed in the fuel supply line at or near the engines.
Such flexible hose shall be provided with suitable connection fittings and shall have a high resistance to salt
water, petroleum oils, heat and vibration. Flexible fuel lines on the starboard generator had multiple leaks. 46CFR182-20-40(b)(4). 60c
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 11 October 2022
Resolution: Conducted deficiency check and verified correction.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 20 September 2022
Resolved
Propulsion machinery shall be suitable in the type and design for propulsion requirements of the hull in which it is installed and capable of operating at constant marine load. Four threaded fasteners were found leaking substantial amounts of engine lube oil on the inboard side of number four main engine. 46 CFR 182.05(a). 60c
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 11 October 2022
Resolution: Conducted deficiency check and verified correction.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 20 September 2022
Resolved
For each 79,500 L (21,000 U.S. gallons) or part thereof of any Class 3 (flammable) or combustible liquid being transported on board a vessel in a portable tank, rail tank car, or a motor vehicle cargo tank, there must be provided at least one B-V semiportable foam (152 L/40 gallon capacity) (see 46 CFR 95.50), dry chemical (45.4 kg (100 pounds) minimum capacity) or equivalent fire extinguisher, or a fire hose fitted with an approved portable mechanical foam nozzle with pick-up tube and two 19 L (5 gallon) cans of foam liquid concentrate. Each foam system must be suitable for use with each Class 3 (flammable) or combustible liquid for which it is required. In-line proportional did not have the proper restrictive orifice. 49CFR176.315(a) 16c
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 October 2022
Resolved 11 October 2022
Resolution: Conducted deficiency check and verified correction.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 20 September 2022
Resolved
Upon inspection MI observed two of four improperly installed hose clamps installed on the flexible hose between the shaft through hull and shaft seal tensioning device. 46CFR175.25(a) 16c
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 October 2022
Resolved 11 October 2022
Resolution: Conducted deficiency check and verified correction.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 20 September 2022
Resolved
Fire Main and hydrants- All piping, valves, and fittings shall be in accordance with good marine practice and suitable for the purpose intended. The was a substantial leak on the fire main piping suction side, located at the union. 46CFR181.15-5 (c) 16c
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 October 2022
Resolved 23 October 2022
Resolution: Received, reviewed and accepted video evidence showing sat repairs to the fire pump.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 20 September 2022
Resolved
In general, the electrical source located within the vessel and distribution system shall not be grounded. An open ground was discovered on the switchboard. 46CFR183.10-30(a) 16c
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 October 2022
Resolved 11 October 2022
Resolution: Conducted deficiency check and verified correction.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 20 September 2022
Resolved
Adequate emergency lighting automatically actuated upon failure of the main lighting system shall be flitted along the line of escape in vessels having lounge areas below the main deck. Emergency lighting in the forward accommodation spaces, main propulsion room, and generator space was inadequate and did not provide lighting though the egress routes. 46CFR184.30-5(a) 16c
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 October 2022
Resolved 11 October 2022
Resolution: Conducted deficiency check and verified correction.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Laundry
Issued 20 September 2022
Resolved
Vessels shall be inspected for compliance with the standards required by this subchapter. For items not covered by standards in this subchapter, inspection shall be in accordance with standards acceptable to the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, as good marine practice. The clothing washer and dryer were not secured to prevent movement while the vessel is underway. 46CFR175.25(a) 16c
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 October 2022
Resolved 11 October 2022
Resolution: Conducted deficiency check and verified correction.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilators, air pipes, casings
Issued 20 September 2022
Resolved
Examine and test by operation all watertight closures in the hull, decks and bulkheads. Upon inspection of port side compartment vent the check valve ball was found unserviceable. Owner/operator to replace check ball and provide in-place picture of renewed check ball to the satisfaction of attending MI. 46CFR176.25-5(a)(2) 16c
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 October 2022
Resolved 11 October 2022
Resolution: Conducted deficiency check and verified correction.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 20 September 2022
Resolved
All electrical installations shall be in accordance with sub J. Vessel did not have a electrical interlock required by 46 CFR 110.15-185(a)(6). 46CFR183.01-10(a) 16c
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 October 2022
Resolved 11 October 2022
Resolution: Conducted deficiency check and verified correction.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 20 September 2022
Resolved
Fire hoses shall be 1 1/2" in diameter and have a 1/2" solid stream or combination nozzle. The combination nozzle was clogged and did not vary the stream pattern. 46CFR181.15-5(c)(2) 16c
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 October 2022
Resolved 11 October 2022
Resolution: Conducted deficiency check and verified correction.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Portable extinguishers must be inspected and maintained IAW NFPA 10. Portable extinguisher in pilothouse was not properly maintained. Vsl shall have extinguisher serviced within 30 days and provide documentation to the satisfaction marine inspector.46 CFR 176.810
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 27 October 2021
Resolution: Provided proof of maintanece
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
A 40lb portable fire extinguisher installed outside the space may be substituted for a fixed gas fire extinguisher system. Extinguisher was not properly connected. Vsl shall properly connect as required to the satisfaction of the marine inspector. 46 CFR 181.400(b)(3)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 22 September 2021
Resolution: hose was properly attached to protected space
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
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 in length must also have navigation lights that e meet UL 1104. Nav light back ground did not have matte black finish as required and arc of visibility was obstructed by rescue platform. Vsl shall apply matte black finish and unobstruct arc of visibility within 30 days to the satisfaction of the marine inspector. 46 CFR 183.420
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 1 November 2021
Resolution: matte black finish was applied as required
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Each lighting fixture must have a guard or be made of high strength material. Light at engine room entrance was missing cover. Vsl shall install light cover within 30 days to the satisfaction of the marine inspector. 46 CFR 183.410
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 27 October 2021
Resolution: re-installed cover for light
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Each ring life buoy on a vessel must be IAW 160.050. Ring life buoys were found with wasted line and retro-reflective tape. Vsl shall correct as required to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days.46 CFR 180.70(b)(1)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 2 November 2021
Resolution: made corrections as required
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Where life jackets are stowed, the containers in which they are stowed shall be marked. Stowage location of life jackets was found without required labeling. Vsl shall label as required to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days. 46 CFR 180..25-15(b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 1 November 2021
Resolution: labeling was provided as required
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Nonmetallic expansion joints must conform to the standards listed in table 53.60-1(b). #3MDE raw water intake expansion joint was found worn and deteriorated. Vsl shall replace with double clamps to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days. 46 CFR 56.35-10
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 28 September 2021
Resolution: expansion joint was replaced
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machines/parts
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Piping with temperature that exceeds 150 degrees F must be suitably insulated to prevent injuries. Lagging was missing on turbo charger #3 MDE. Vsl shall install lagging as required to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days. 46 CFR 177.970
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 1 November 2021
Resolution: lagging was re-installed as required
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Drip pans with flam screens may be required under fuel strainers other than those mounted on the engine. Bowl was missing on Raycor filter IVO port fwd e/r bulkhead. Vsl shall re-install as required to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days. 46 CFR 182.20-40(b)(5)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 28 September 2021
Resolution: flame bowl was installed as required
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
The generator circuit breaker must be interlocked to prevent generators from being simultaneously connected to the switchboard. Switch board was missing interlock bar. Vsl shall replace interlock bar to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days. 46 CFR 183.322(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 5 November 2021
Resolution: interlock was replaced
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Where pressure-indicating gages are used, in no case shall the upper range of the gage be less than 1.2 times nor more than 2 times the pressure at which the relieving device is set to function. Gage was found incompatible with the pressure to be indicated. Vsl shall replace gauge with required increments. 46 CFR 15-5(f)
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 27 October 2021
Resolution: replaced gages
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Switchboards shall be fitted with non-conducting mats. Switchboard did not have mat. Vsl shall install non-conductive mat to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days. 46 CFR 183.10-15(b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 1 November 2021
Resolution: rubber mat was installed as required
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Batteries connections must be made to battery terminals with permanent type connectors. Battery terminal were found broken on batteries for generators. 46 CFR 183.350(d)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 28 September 2021
Resolution: made permenantly connected as required
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect crew and other persons from electrical hazards. Distribution panel was missing closing device on aft bulkhead in e/r. Vsl shall replace as required to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days. 46 CFR 183.200(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 1 November 2021
Resolution: closing device was installed
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Electrical equipment and installation must be suitable for the roll, pitch, and vibration of the vessel underway. Switch box located in generator room was found deteriorated. Vsl shall replace box to the satisfaction of marine inspector within 30 days. 46 CFR 183.320
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 28 September 2021
Resolution: new switch box was installed as required
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained. Wiring in stuffing tube on e/r fwd bulkhead was removed and left open. Stuffing tube shall be closed and vapor tight to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days 46 CFR 183.200
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 1 November 2021
Resolution: stuffing tube was sealed
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machinery
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Gears, couplings, flywheels and all machinery capable of injuring personnel shall be provided with adequate covers or guards. Machinery guard was missing bolts and not secured around stbd PTO in aft e/r. Vsl shall properly install as required to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 28 September 2021
Resolution: properly secured/mounted machinery guard as required
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
The owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspection and operational test of main propulsion. Inboard MDE shaft seal was found with excessive drip. Vsl shall make adjustments to slow drip to reasonable interval to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days. 46 CFR 176.(b)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 27 October 2021
Resolution: adjusted shaft seal
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
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. Transfer fuel pump was found corroded and rusted. Vsl shall remove rust and corrosion as required to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days.46 CFR 182.100
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 27 October 2021
Resolution: transfer pump was re-furbished
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
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. Foam monitor PTO was found heavily corroded. Vsl shall remove corrosion to good working condition to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 5 November 2021
Resolution: corrosion was removed and was painted
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
A watertight door must be fitted with a quick action closing device. QAWTD located in rudder room has loose dog wedge. Vsl shall properly install wedge to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days. 46 CFR 179.330(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 28 September 2021
Resolution: wedge was properly installed as required
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
A vessel must comply with structural design requirements. A small hole was found on the port quarter of the hull. Vsl shall make repairs to the satisfaction of the marine inspector within 30 days. 46 CFR 177.300
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 October 2021
Resolved 28 September 2021
Resolution: pinhole was repaired as original
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
Steering gear hydraulic piping and hoses found in main engine rm, compressed air piping located near port aft main engine rm bulkhead, and four unidentified pipes (most likely hydraulic steering) found in port void near F/O shut off; were found severely deteriorated and in need of immediate replacement. Replace all piping as deemed necessary and test to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector. Refer to 46CFR182.700 for guidance.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: All corroded piping was adequately repaired.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
All but one watertight door indicator light was found in working condition. Repair lights and test to the satisfaction of marine inspector.
46CFR179.330(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: All lights were replaced and functioning properly.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
EPRIB hydrostatic release was found expired by eight months. Replace hydrostatic release to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
46 CFR185.740(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Hydrostatic release was replaced and documentation updated.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
Five life jackets were found missing. Vessel is restricted to carry no more than 46 passengers until life jackets are accounted for, to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
46 CFR 180.71 (a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Replaced 5 life jackets.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation/maintenance
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
The FCC Bridge-to-Bridge certificate was expired on board the vessel. Provide a valid FCC Bridge-to-Bridge certificate to the attending Marine Inspector.
47 CFR 80.1005
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Certificates were accurately updated.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation/maintenance
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
The vessel did not have an MMSI number linked to the VHF radio for the distress signal. Demonstrate MMSI number on the VHF radio to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.
47 CFR 80.103
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: MMSI and GPS data were accurately updated on the vhf radio.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation/maintenance
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
All marine employers must submit drug testing program data required by 49 CFR 40.26 and appendix H to 49 CFR part 40. The vessel did not have a current drug and alcohol program. Provide documentation of a drug and alcohol program to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
All marine employers must submit drug testing program data required by 49 CFR 40.26 and appendix H to 49 CFR part 40. The vessel did not have a current drug and alcohol program. Provide documentation of a drug and alcohol program to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Successful DAPI Audit conducted.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
401 The employer shall provide an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all crewmembers. The employer may establish the EAP as a part of its internal personnel services or the employer may contract with an entity that will provide EAP services to a crewmember. The vessel did not have an Employee Assistance Program. Provide documentation of an EAP to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 16. 401
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Provided Employee Assistance Program.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 5 November 2020
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 inspections of machinery, fuel, and piping systems. Port void where F/O shut off valve is located has excess water, making it unsafe for inspector to verify valve movement. Remove all water in bilge and test F/O shut off valve in the presence of marine inspector.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Successful test of the f/o shutoff.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
A vessel of 12 meters or more in length shall be provided with a whistle. Vessel reported that whistle does not function, and is in process of being repaired. Prove proper operation to marine inspector
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Whistle was operational.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
An exposed hazard, such as gears or rotating machinery, must be properly protected by a cover, guard, or rail. Fuel transfer pump was found with shaft guard hardware severely deteriorated and not providing any protection as intended. Re-install guard with appropriate hardware to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Rotating machinery had the guards provided.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment and electrical shock. Washing machine door safety switch was found pulled out from door and hanging in door knife edge. Repair washing machine or tag out equipment.
46CFR183.200
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Washing machine was repaired.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
Electrical equipment used in the following locations must be drip proof (1) Machinery space. Multiple electrical outlets have been installed in the main engine room without drip proof covers. Replace outlet covers with marine grade drip proof style, to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
46CFR183.210
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Drip proof covers were provided.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
The inspection and maintenance of the equipment listed in paragraph (a) of this section shall be logged or otherwise documented for review by the Coast Guard upon request.
46 CFR 185.702 (d)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 December 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Records were updated.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of rescue
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
The name of a vessel must be marked or painted in clearly legible letters and numbers: (2) On each life float and buoyant apparatus. Labeling on life floats are severely fading and life buoy is missing vessel name. relabel as appropriate.
46CFR185.604(a)(2)(a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 December 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Life floats were marked appropriately.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
Each vessel must be equipped with at least two operable portable battery lights. One of these lights must be located at the operating state and the other at the access to the propulsion machinery space. Vessel was missing portable lights however crew were able to provide flash lights. Designate and stow portable lights as required, to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
46 CFR 430
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 December 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Portable flashlights were provided.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Location of emergency installations
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
The transfer procedures required by §155.720 must contain: A line diagram of the vessel's transfer piping, including the location of each valve, pump, control device, vent, and overflow. The vessel did not have a line diagram of the vessel's transfer piping. Provide documentation to the satisfaction of marine inspector.
33 CFR 155.750(a)(2)(i)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 December 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Piping diagram provided in the wheel house.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment and electrical shock. An extension cord was found permanently installed in the galley via marine adhesive caulking to provide power for coffee maker and DVD player. Extension cord was removed and training was provided.
46CFR183.200
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 5 November 2020
Resolved 5 November 2020
Resolution: removed extension cord
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 5 November 2020
Resolved
The door will be kept closed except when a person is passing through the door. The galley watertight door was found tied open with nylon rope. Remove rope and conduct training on importance to watertight integrity.
46CFR179.330(a)(1)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 5 November 2020
Resolved 5 November 2020
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 20 October 2020
Resolved
46 CFR 176.500 (b)(1):Vessel is required to have a satisfactory annual inspection. Your vessel must undergo an annual inspection within the 3 months before or after each anniversary date. Vessel is past due for annual inspection. Vessel must have satisfactory annual inspection conducted and a plan for prevention of future lapses in meeting annual inspection deadlines.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 5 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Vessel had an approved annual inspection. Endorsed COI.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 20 October 2020
Resolved
STBD generator exhaust flange located at hull penetration was found severely deteriorated. Replace flange pipe and inspect port side for similar conditions and replace if necessary, to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
46CFR182.100
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 20 November 2020
Resolved 17 December 2020
Resolution: Exhaust flanges were replaced.
Fire Fighting › Portable CO2 Fire Extinguisher › Mounting Bracket
Issued 26 March 2018
Resolved
All portable fire extinguishers were not mounted IAW NFPA 10.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 26 March 2018
Resolved 27 March 2018
Resolution: Fire extinguishers were provided correct mounting brackets.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Weld
Issued 25 February 2016
Resolved
Broken weld found on aft transom (well above water line where the transom adjoins the deck) in the steering gear room. Properly fix to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 March 2016
Resolved 26 February 2016
Resolution: All welds were repaired to satisfactory.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 25 February 2016
Resolved
Electrical wiring installation in aft Engine Room was not properly tidied with metal supports to overhead deck. Item was corrected on the spot to satisfactory of Marine Inspector.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 February 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Installation was corrected on the spot to the satisfactory of Marine Inspector.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Junction Box
Issued 25 February 2016
Resolved
Wiring installation through Port Main Engine operating station box was not properly inserted through stuffing tube.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 February 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Stuffing tube was rearranged and installation fit satisfactory on the spot to attending Marine Inspector.
Engineering › Generator (propulsion-electric) › Coil
Issued 25 February 2016
Resolved
Excessive oil was found within Port Generator electrical windings (within case aroud coils). Clean properly to satisfaction of Marine Inspector prior to use.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 February 2016
Resolved 26 February 2016
Resolution: Oil was cleaned properly to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Marine Charts
Issued 6 May 2014
Resolved
Provide onboard a navigation chart of sufficient scale to navigate the Calcasieu River.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 13 May 2014
Resolution: Appropriate scale and upto date chart provided onboard.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Lifeline
Issued 6 May 2014
Resolved
Replace all deteriorated lines on floats and ring buoys.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 13 May 2014
Resolution: All lines were properly replaced with new black synthetic line.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Not Conducted
Issued 6 May 2014
Resolved
Properly log required drills.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 June 2014
Resolved 13 May 2014
Resolution: Drills conducted after insepction were logged.
Communications › Public Address System › Loudspeaker
Issued 6 May 2014
Resolved
Prove proper operation of PA system.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 13 May 2014
Resolved 13 May 2014
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Ventilation › General
Issued 6 May 2014
Resolved
Repair wasted stbd exhaust fan shroud.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 June 2014
Resolved 17 June 2014
Resolution: Vessel replaced shroud around stbd fan blower.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 6 May 2014
Resolved
Annual exam was not completed within 90 days after anniversary date.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 6 May 2014
Resolution: Exam was completed.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Hydraulic Hose
Issued 2 December 2009
Resolved
Hydraulic hose at steering ram unserviceable due to excessive deterioration
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 10 December 2009
Resolved 3 December 2009
Resolution: Repairs effected; hose rplaced
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Piping
Issued 2 December 2009
Resolved
Piping leaking aft of collision bulkhead
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 10 December 2009
Resolved 3 December 2009
Resolution: Repairs effected
Fire Fighting › Portable Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher › Mounting Bracket
Issued 1 February 2006
Resolved
iNSTALL PROPER FIRE EXTINGUISHER BRACKETS
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 28 February 2006
Resolved 11 July 2006
Lifesaving › Buoyant Apparatus › Serviceable
Issued 1 February 2006
Resolved
Replace deteriorated netting on port top life float or renew life float.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 28 February 2006
Resolved 11 July 2006
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Panelboard
Issued 1 February 2006
Resolved
Replace burt out electric switchboard indicator lights.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 28 February 2006
Resolved 11 July 2006
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Bedplate
Issued 1 February 2006
Resolved
Repair cracked welds on port inboard propulsion engine motor mount.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Due 15 February 2006
Resolved 11 July 2006
Electrical › Lighting (emergency) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 1 February 2006
Resolved
Provide adequate emergency lighting or reflective signs to show path of egress from lower accomodation space.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 15 February 2006
Resolved 2 February 2006
Fire Fighting › Fire Pumps › Pressure
Issued 19 November 2004
Resolved
Demonstrate proper operation of fire pump. (46 CFR 181.10-1(a)) prior to Dec 14 2004 to the satisfaction of attending C. G. inspector.
Due 14 December 2004
Resolved 30 November 2004
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Interface Detector
Issued 29 April 2004
Resolved
Properly mount/provide missing fastener in other hole on mounting plate for high level bilge float switch in rudder room.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 May 2004
Resolved 6 May 2004
Resolution: Missing bolt installed in other hole.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Panelboard
Issued 29 April 2004
Resolved
Provide legible swith/breaker ID card in panels 1 & 2 in the engine room.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 14 May 2004
Resolved 6 May 2004
Resolution: New ID cards installed.
Lifesaving › Buoyant Apparatus
Issued 29 April 2004
Resolved
Renew seapainter for life floats.
Condition: Unknown
Due 14 May 2004
Resolved 6 May 2004
Resolution: Seapainters renewed.
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Valve Flange
Issued 29 April 2004
Resolved
Renew/Repair frozen seachest valve that supplies water to the PTO pump.
Condition: Unknown
Due 14 May 2004
Resolved 6 May 2004
Resolution: Valve replaced.
Construction/Loadline › Hull
Issued 13 February 2003
Resolved
Complete weld on thru hull fitting in way of bilge compartment under galley, port side. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Weld
Due 16 February 2003
Resolved 18 February 2003
Resolution: Completed weld.
Construction/Loadline › Markings
Issued 13 February 2003
Resolved
Properly label rescue zone.
Due 13 March 2003
Resolved 18 February 2003
Resolution: Labeled rescue zone.
Deck/Cargo › Mooring/Anchoring
Issued 13 February 2003
Resolved
Prior to getting underway, have proper anchor on board.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 13 March 2003
Resolution: Placed anchor on board.
Documentation
Issued 13 February 2003
Resolved
Prior to transfering cargo, provide transfer procedures on board.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 February 2003
Resolution: Transfer procedures placed on board.
System not recorded
Issued 6 February 2001
Resolved
PROVIDE ORIGINAL DOCUMENTATION CERTIFICATE FOR VESSEL. ORIGINAL IS TO BE DISPLAYED ON VESSEL AT ALL TIMES TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE ATTENDING MARINE INSPECTOR.
Condition: Unknown
Due 6 March 2001
Resolved 24 January 2002
Engineering
Issued 7 April 1994
Resolved
REPLACE AFT AIR RECIEVER IN GENERATOR ROOM.
Condition: Unknown
Due 7 April 1994
Resolved 7 April 1994