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MURPHY'S LAW
Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 1990s · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Other hulls named MURPHY'S LAW
MURPHY'S LAW is a 1992 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 63 inspections since 1992, most recently in February 2026, along with 153 deficiencies and 2 operational controls.
Records from 1992 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 24 February 2026.
- Built
- 1992
- Last inspected
- 24 February 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
- Deficiencies
- 153 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
Identity
981716
WDB9482
370735
Flag
UNITED STATES
368398720
Maury page id
psix-370735
Inspections, by type
…with no type recorded5
Years with a record
31 calendar years (1992–2026)
The 63 inspections in the strip above, split by the kind of activity the US
Coast Guard recorded. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not
years in service. What Maury does not do.
Coast Guard record current through 13 September 2026, retrieved 18 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Passenger Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 1977.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)60.0 ft × 16.0 ft × 9.7 ft
Registered tonnagegross 58 / net 46
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderARRO YACHTS INC · ARUNDEL, ME, UNITED STATES · built 1992
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
Hailing portSOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 14 November 2025 · expires 31 October 2026
Service, as the file records itPassenger (Inspected)
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it58 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
46 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
46 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 September 2026, matched to this hull on its Official Number. Registered and ITC measurements are two systems and are never combined. One snapshot is held so far; documentation history begins with the next.
Radio station licence
WDP9372MMSI 368398720 · active · voluntarily equipped · granted 24 December 2024, expires 24 December 2034
WDB9482MMSI 366976650 · expired · compulsorily equipped · granted 22 July 2014, cancelled 7 December 2024
WBD8170MMSI 367161980 · cancelled · compulsorily equipped · granted 20 January 2007, cancelled 30 April 2007 · licensed under a name not among this hull’s recorded names (not shown)
FCC Universal Licensing System ship-station file of 6 September 2026, matched to this hull on its
US Official Number. Status and dates are the file’s own. The licensee is not read from the file and is not shown.
A lapsed licence’s MMSI is still the number the vessel transmitted under while it was valid.
Inspected as a tow unit · 2
The Coast Guard recorded this vessel and the following in the same inspection activity — normally a tug and the barges in its tow. A recreational or unclassed hull in the same activity is held and not published, so it does not appear here: these lists are a floor, not a complete manifest.
AMERICAN EAGLE Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 45008 · 4 July 1996 · activity 9040BECKY THATCHER Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 280624 · 4 July 1996 · activity 9040Inspection history · 63
24 February 2026
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8315207
8 October 2025
Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8249636
21 April 2025
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8166433
5 December 2024
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8043926
24 December 2023
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7842196
13 September 2023
Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7781758
18 July 2023
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7747449
26 April 2023
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7676277
20 April 2022
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7437526
9 December 2021
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7365923
24 September 2020
Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7064412
3 April 2020
Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6942802
15 November 2019
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6859170
19 December 2018
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6606736
9 April 2018
Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6389125
2 March 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6368318
13 October 2017
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6288365
5 October 2017
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6282707
21 September 2016
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6006193
5 April 2016
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5847992
22 September 2015
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5726207
5 May 2014
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4851162
27 December 2011
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4212674
26 October 2010
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3879238
28 September 2010
Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3859593
8 February 2010
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3677091
5 February 2010
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3676207
17 November 2008
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3366035
22 July 2008
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3296817
23 June 2008
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3246415
16 January 2008
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3135451
14 December 2007
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3120904
9 May 2006
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2645009
20 April 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC STEELHEAD (WPB 87324) · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2632146
25 October 2005
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2522541
3 February 2005
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2286206
27 January 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC STEELHEAD (WPB 87324) · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2282692
8 June 2004
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2095340
20 January 2004
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1998981
4 December 2003
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1977894
10 January 2003
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1730384
14 May 2002
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1616494
7 February 2002
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1485727
31 January 2002
Deficiency Check · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1481279
27 October 2000
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1376359
13 March 2000
Re-Inspection · Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1050032
26 March 1999
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 778559
13 March 1998
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 788877
5 March 1998
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1110439
28 March 1997
Re-Inspection · MARPOL Annex V Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1099525
18 February 1997
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1357881
4 July 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 9040
9 April 1996
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1083644
26 March 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1467924
28 March 1995
COI Inspection · MARPOL Annex V Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1153538
18 February 1995
Hull Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1161766
11 March 1994
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 854706
4 March 1994
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1164638
13 October 1993
Hull Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 834770
19 February 1993
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 838103
26 January 1993
Plan Review "T" Boat
Administrative · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1141549
2 May 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1262436
29 April 1992
Initial Certification · Initial Construction-Excluding Oversight · Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO PORTLAND MAINE · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1260415
Deficiency record · 153
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
At each initial inspection for certification of a vessel the owner or operator shall have the vessel ready for inspection all machinery essential to the routine operation of the vessel. MI found the starboard MDE emergency fuel shut off valve not completely closing when activated. Repair.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Fire protection systems
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
During a fire in the engine room causality the vessel will cut off air supply by closing ventilators. MI found in the engine room aft port overhead a ventilation duct without a dampener. Install/Repair. 46 CFR 185.25-5 (c)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
This part is intended to provide a minimum standard of regulations for electrical installations and equipment that will result in a vessel that is reasonably safe from fire caused by and/ or originating in electrical equipment, and reasonably safe from electrical shock of personnel. Vessel was found with an unapproved electrical installations. Remove.46 CFR 183.05-30 (a)
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
A vessel operating on a Limited Coastwise Route operating more than 3 miles from shore shall have a float free EPIRB onboard. Vessel rep reported EPIRB to be expired and received new one. Install. Vessel limited to within 3 nauticle miles of shore.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
A vessel on an a limited coastwise route must carry six hand red flare distress signals and six hand orange smoke distress signals approved in accordance with § 160.037 in subchapter Q of this chapter. Vessel did not have the specified quantity of flares onboard. Procure and place on vessel.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
An adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried on board a vessel. Vessel was missing one life jacket. Procure and place on vessel.
Passenger count allowed reduced to 84
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
Each life jacket and ring life buoy must be marked in clearly legible block capital letters with the vessel's name. MI found the ring life buoy without proper markings and 25 life jackets missing markings. Mark appropriately.
Passenger count allowed reduced to 59.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
A vessel must have one or more ring life buoys as follows: one ring buoy, must be attached to the lanyard with a corrosion-resistant clip attached to the life ring. MI found float light not attached to life ring life buoy. Attach.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
The master of the vessel shall ensure that Each EPIRB is tested monthly. The EPIRB test required shall be logged. No EPIRB testing logs where found onboard. Begin Log.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Main installation
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
A durable placard must be posted next to all radiotelephone installations with the emergency broadcast instructions and information, specific to the individual vessel. Vessel had no emergency instructions onboard. Procure and place onboard.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Muster list
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
At the operating station emergency instructions must be mounted. No emergency instructions where posted. Create and place onboard.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the International and Inland Navigation Rules. MI found the Port and stbd side lights partially extinguished extinguished. The vessel is limited to daylight without reduced visibility operations. Repair.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Cargo Ship Safety Radio (including exemption)
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Anchoring devices
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
All vessels shall be fitted with such ground tackle and hawsers as deemed necessary by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, depending upon the size of the vessel, the waters on which it operates, and other operating hazards. Vessel did not have an anchor onboard. 46 CFR 184.10-1 (a)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
All cable 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. MI found wiring in the rudder room and tank room not properly affixed to metal brackets. Repair.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
All equipment, including fuses shall be of a type designed for the potential involved and so identified. Vessels distribution panel has multiple improperly labeled breakers. Relabel. 46 CFR 183.10-20 (i)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate and up to date: Coast Pilot. MI found Coast Pilot from 2015. Procure updated publication.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 16 October 2025
Resolved
All equipment, including fuses shall be of a type designed for the potential involved and so identified.
Vessel has ungrounded outlet in pilot house and multiple outlets in passenger cabin forward did not work. Repair prior to use. 46 CFR 183.10-20 (i)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Buoyant apparatus
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
Each survival craft must be in good working order and ready for immediate use at all times. MI observed life float coating to be deteriorated. Repair.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
Each item of lifesaving equipment determined by the marine inspector to not be serviceable condition must be repaired or replaced. MI found 10 PFDs on board to have cracks in the coating. Repair or replace.
*Vessel allowed PAX count reduced by 10 until completed.
Max PAX is 72.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
Each item of lifesaving equipment with an expiration date on it must be replaced if the expiration date has passed. MI observed both life float float lights to have expired batteries. Replace.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
Each ring life buoy must be marked with Type II retro reflective material approved in accordance 46CFR164.018. Marine Inspector found ring buoy to have deteriorated tape. Add appropriate tape.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
Each item of lifesaving equipment determined by the marine inspector to not be serviceable condition must be repaired or replaced. MI observed ring buoy grab line to be deteriorated. Replace.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
Drip pans fitted with flame screens may be required under fuel strainers. MI observed missing metal bowls under both port and starboard MDE filters. Replace/Install. 46CFR182.20-40(b)(5)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
Generators designed for 40 degrees Celsius may be used in 50 degrees Celsius ambient locations. Provided the machines are de rated to 80%. An additional nameplate specifying the de rated capacity shall be provided. MI observed generator to be de rated but not properly marked. Mark/label. 46CFR183.10-5(f)(2)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
At each subsequent inspection for certification the owner/operator shall have the vessel ready for inspection of electrical equipment. MI observed missing JBox cover in lazarette. Replace.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
A vessel must carry a first-aid kit approved or a kit equivalent to 160.041. MI observed on board first aid kit to be expired. Replace expired equipment.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
Marine employers shall establish programs for the chemical testing of dangerous drugs on a random basis. MI was not able to view drug consortium enrollment day of inspection. Present proof of consortium enrollment.
14 - Pollution Prevention › 144 - MARPOL Annex IV (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › Sewage treatment plant
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
When operating a vessel on a body of water where the discharge of untreated sewage is prohibited the operator must secure each type III device in a manner which prevents discharge of sewage. MI observed no zip tie, locking device, or removed handle on sewage discharge valve. Secure valve in acceptable manner.
14 - Pollution Prevention › 145 - MARPOL Annex V › Placards
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
A vessel must comply with applicable procedures of 33CFR151. MI observed no garbage placard IAW 33CFR151.59 and no garbage management plan IAW 33CFR151.57. Produce and display on board.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Main installation
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
When using ship stations must use maritime mobile service identities (MMSI) assigned by the Commission or its designees. MI observed no MMSI uploaded to radio. Upload MMSI from FCC STA LICENSE. 47CFR80.103(b)
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Main installation
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
Stations in the maritime service must be licensed by the FCC. Vessel was missing and unable to show proof of FCC Sta License. Provide proof. 47CFR80.13
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 9 January 2024
Resolved
Each vessel required to have a Certificate of Inspection is subject to the annual vessel inspection fee. Vessel did not provide proof of payment.
46 CFR 2.10-101 (a)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Other (STCW)
Issued 4 January 2024
Resolved
No marine employer shall engage or employ any individual to serve as a crew member unless the individual passes a chemical test for dangerous drugs for that employer. Vessels crew and captain where not enrolled in the company’s DAPI program. Vessel shall only operate with a crew that is properly enrolled in the DAPI program.
46 CFR 16.210 (a)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 4 January 2024
Resolved
During a fire in the engine room causality the vessel will cut off air supply by closing ventilators. MI found engine room ventilation ducts without a properly closing dampener.
46 CFR 185.25-5 (c)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Other (STCW)
Issued 2 January 2024
Resolved
Employers are responsible for all the actions of their officials, representatives, and agents in carrying out the requirements of this part. Vessel representatives did not understand their responsibilities for the DAPI program or furnish proof of compliance during inspection.
46 CFR 16.203 (a)(2)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 2 January 2024
Resolved
At each 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. The Master and crew did not understand their responsibilities for conducting the man overboard, fire, and abandon ship drills.
46 CFR 176.808 (a)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 2 January 2024
Resolved
The manning requirements for a particular vessel are determined by the OCMI. Vessel was found operating outside of the manning requirements of the COI.
46 CFR 15.501(b)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 2 January 2024
Resolved
At each initial inspection for certification of a vessel the owner or operator shall have the vessel ready for inspection all machinery essential to the routine operation of the vessel. MI found the starboard MDE emergency fuel shut off valve damaged.
46 CFR 176.804 (c)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 27 December 2023
Resolved
Each portable fire extinguisher on a vessel must be of an approved type. The vessels portable fire extinguishers and installed fire suppression system last 3rd party inspection was not completed within one year. 46 CFR 181.500 (a)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificate for medical care
Issued 27 December 2023
Resolved
The Coast Guard will issue a medical certificate to a mariner meeting the medical and physical standards for merchant mariners. The master did not have a valid medical certificate on board during the inspection. The vessel master shall have a valid medical certificate to operate. 46 CFR 10.301
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 27 December 2023
Resolved
Up-to-date charts and nautical publications of large enough scale to make safe navigation possible as appropriate for the intended voyage, must be carried onboard vessels. MI found no updated local charts for intended voyages. 46 CFR 184.420 (a)(1).
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 27 December 2023
Resolved
At least once every three months the emergency drills shall be conducted. No drill logs kept onboard during inspection. 46 CFR 185.420 (b)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 27 December 2023
Resolved
Lifejackets should be fitted with patches of retro-reflective materials with a total area of at least 400 cm2 distributed so as to be useful for search from air and surface craft from all directions. 30 Lifejackets onboard the vessel have faded terror reflective material. Reduce passengers to 58 on a LBS route. 46 CFR 185.604 (h) IMO RESOLUTION A.658(16) (5)
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › MF/HF Radio installation
Issued 27 December 2023
Resolved
Vessels operated beyond the 20 nautical mile limitation, but not more than 100 nautical miles from the nearest land, must be equipped with a MF-DSC frequency transmitter. Reduce route to Coastwise until a MF radio has been installed and properly certified. 46 CFR 80.905 (a)(2)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 27 December 2023
Resolved
If garden hose is used, it shall be fitted with a commercial garden hose nozzle of good grade bronze or equivalent metal. Vessel did not have a nozzle onboard. 46 CFR 181.15-5 (e)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Personal equipment
Issued 27 December 2023
Resolved
A vessel must carry a first-aid kit approved under approval series 46 CFR 160.041. Expired and missing components found in kit. 46 CFR 184.71
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 27 December 2023
Resolved
All cable 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. MI found wiring in the steering compartment not properly affixed to metal brackets. 46 CFR 183.340 (b)(4)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 27 December 2023
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 a constant marine load under such requirements without exceeding its designed limitations. Vessels Starboard MDE wet exhaust muffler is not properly supported by its brackets. 46 CFR 182.05-1 (a)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 24 December 2023
Resolved
A vessel to which this subchapter applies may not be operated without having on board a valid U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection. The vessels COI expired on December 23rd, 2023. Rectify prior to the carriage of passengers.
46 CFR 176.100 (a)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 24 December 2023
Resolved
The stability letter must be posted under glass or other suitable transparent material, such that all pages are visible, at the operating station of the vessel. MI found the stability letter not posted. 46 CFR 176.306
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 24 December 2023
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 a constant marine load under such requirements without exceeding its designed limitations. Vessels starboard MDE wet exhaust bracket is broken. 46 CFR 182.05-1
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 24 December 2023
Resolved
The owner or managing operator shall notify the cognizant OCMI prior to undergoing repairs or alterations. MI found unauthorized electrical installation of a shore powered battery charger. Remove or conduct proper installation approved by MI.
46 CFR 176.665 (a)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 24 December 2023
Resolved
Whenever machinery is replaced or new equipment is installed, the owner or managing operator shall conduct tests and make the vessel ready for inspection as required to the satisfaction of the cognizant [name withheld] alternating current generator was out of commission during the Annual inspection. When the generator repair has been completed, the MI shall be notified and a test of the system will be conducted.
46 CFR 176.702
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 13 September 2023
Resolved
Stbd cutless bearing is worn. Replace prior to credit DD.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 18 July 2023
Resolved
Vessel does not have an interconnected smoke detection and alarm system. Vessels on a Coastwise or Oceans route must have an interconnected fire detection system in compliance with § 181.450 installed in all enclosed areas where passengers and crew have routine access, including accommodation spaces and machinery spaces. The vessel shall have an installed fire detection system approved by the U.S.C.G Marine Inspector within two weeks or the vessels rout will be limited to Limited Coastwise on the date of September 04, 2023.
46 CFR 181.405(c)
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 9 December 2021
Resolved
Rudder post packing leaking excessively. Fixed same day.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 24 September 2020
Resolved
Ensure all captains are enrolled in a drug/alcohol consortium.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 19 December 2018
Resolved
Missing single side band radio
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Stability Letter
Issued 9 April 2018
Resolved
A vessel must be provided with a stability letter, the stability letter must be posted under glass or other suitable transparent material, such that all pages are visible at the operating station. Vessel does not have a stability letter onboard.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 9 April 2018
Resolved
A VESSEL MAY NOT BE OPERATED WITHOUT HAVING ON BOARD A VALID US COAST GUARD CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION. VESSELS CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION ANNUAL INSPECTION WAS NOT VALIDATED AFTER THE LAST INSPECTION IN OCTOBER 2017.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Cable
Issued 5 October 2017
Resolved
Remove dead end wires on overhead in steering space.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Hydraulic Hose
Issued 5 October 2017
Resolved
Move hydraulic line away from steering ram in steering space.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Ram
Issued 5 October 2017
Resolved
Replace bolt to the steering ram plate on bulkhead and tighten lose bolt.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Metallic Enclosure/Frame
Issued 5 October 2017
Resolved
Replace cover on engine room battery box.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Metallic Enclosure/Frame
Issued 5 October 2017
Resolved
Replace cover to engine room generator wire box.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Not Operational
Issued 5 October 2017
Resolved
Replace engine room bilge pump foot.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 5 October 2017
Resolved
Correct wiring to engine room high level alarm.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 5 October 2017
Resolved
Wire ties placed needed on overhead in aft center space.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Not Operational
Issued 5 October 2017
Resolved
Replace float for dewater/bilge pump in aft port space.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Storage/Transfer System › Valve
Issued 5 October 2017
Resolved
Fuel shut off valve must be able to be operated from outside the tank compartment.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I) › Condition
Issued 21 September 2016
Resolved
Repair life jacket to manufacture's specifications.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Magnetic Compass
Issued 21 September 2016
Resolved
Re install light to magnetic compass. Vessel is restricted to daylight operations only.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation
Issued 21 September 2016
Resolved
Replace engine room generator's battery with fully functional battery. Battery must be for marine use.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Piping
Issued 25 September 2015
Resolved
Bilge water pick-up in tank room is non-operational. Prove proper operation of bilge water pick-up.
Stability › Unintentional Flooding › General
Issued 25 September 2015
Resolved
Labels on hi-level alarm pannel is worn. Re-label high-level alarm pannel.
Label hi-level alarm pannel with each compartment name.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Float-free Link
Issued 22 September 2015
Resolved
Weak-link for life floats did not indicate capacity. Replace weak-link with one that is marked for correct capacity.
Documentation › Logs/Records › Logbook (official)
Issued 22 September 2015
Resolved
The vessel did not have a log of Drills nor FCC documentaion requirements.
Fire Fighting › Fixed Gas Fire Extinguishing System › Operating Controls
Issued 27 December 2011
Resolved
Conduct service/inspection on Fire Boy fire extinguishing system. 46CFR176.810
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Marine Charts
Issued 27 December 2011
Resolved
Provide current publications and navigational charts. 46CFR184.420
Personnel › Certificates/Documents/Licenses › License, Radio Officer
Issued 27 December 2011
Resolved
Provide current FCC Marine Radio Operator permit. 47CFR80.159
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Generator
Issued 27 December 2011
Resolved
Conduct maintenance and repairs on SSDG on the generator side. 46CFR182.410
Engineering › Lubricating Oil Service System › Piping
Issued 27 December 2011
Resolved
Secure hydraulic line to overhead in the reel locker. 46CFR182.455
Engineering › Fuel Oil Storage/Transfer System › Valve
Issued 27 December 2011
Resolved
Provide handle to emergency fuel shut-off valve. 46CFR182.455
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Cable
Issued 27 December 2011
Resolved
Secure electrical cable on stbd side for deck lighting. 46CFR183.340
Stability › Unintentional Flooding › General
Issued 27 December 2011
Resolved
Secure washdown pump in engine room. 46CFR179.320
Fire Fighting › Fire Pumps › Impeller
Issued 27 December 2011
Resolved
Prove proper operation of fire pump. 46CFR181.10
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Netting
Issued 29 September 2010
Resolved
Renew netting for both lifefloats. Vessel is restricted to a Limited Coastwise route not more than 20 miles from a harbor of safe refuge nor more than three miles from shore. Complete to the satisfaction of attending Coast Guard inspector. 46 CFR 160.027 and 46 CFR 180.205(e) (3)
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › FCC SSL
Issued 29 September 2010
Resolved
Renew vessel's Communications Act Safety Radiotelephone Certificate. Vessel is restricted to a Lakes, Bays, and Sounds route. Complete to the satisfaction of attending Coast Guard inspector. 46 CFR 184.25-1
Engineering › Diesel Engine (auxiliary) › Nozzle, Injection (fuel injection)
Issued 29 September 2010
Resolved
Repair vessel's generator currently dismantled for repair due to fuel leaks. Complete to the satisfaction of attending Coast Guard inspector. 46 CFR 182.01-5
Operations/Management › Bilge/Bilge System Management › Control of Oil Mixtures
Issued 18 February 2010
Resolved
Remove oil from engine room bilge
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Bilge Monitor
Issued 18 February 2010
Resolved
properly label bilge alarms
Operations/Management › Bilge/Bilge System Management › Control of Oil Mixtures
Issued 18 February 2010
Resolved
Remove oil from storage locker bilge
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 18 February 2010
Resolved
Repair leak in storage locker on port side bolt (due upon drydock exam)
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Superstructure
Issued 18 February 2010
Resolved
Replace ceiling in pilot house
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 18 February 2010
Resolved
Install metallic clips every two feet on wiring throughout accomodations
Lifesaving › Embarkation Appliances/Stations › Steps
Issued 18 February 2010
Resolved
Replace rescue ladder with rescue platform
Fire Fighting › Nozzles › Type
Issued 18 February 2010
Resolved
Replace fire hose nozzle with multi stream and corrosion resistant nozzle
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 5 February 2010
Resolved
Vessel is overdue for annual inspection.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Valve, Control
Issued 17 November 2008
Resolved
Repair throttle and transmission linkage where secured with plastic zip ties.
Navigation › Electronic Positioning › GPS/DGPS Receiver
Issued 17 November 2008
Resolved
Prove proper operation of GPS
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Medical/First Aid › Medicine Chest
Issued 17 November 2008
Resolved
Renew or re-stock 1st Aid kit.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Transverse Bulkhead
Issued 17 November 2008
Resolved
Patch hole in steering compartment watertight bulkhead
Fire Fighting › Fire Hoses › Location
Issued 17 November 2008
Resolved
Place hose & nozzle on-board vessel for firefighting use.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Bracket/Clamp
Issued 23 June 2008
Resolved
Repair port side rudder support ( bracket has come loose from bulhead)
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Bracket/Clamp
Issued 23 June 2008
Resolved
Hydraulic lines have broken away from clamps in the reel locker. Install heavy duty clamps to support hydraulic lines in reel locker.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Conductor
Issued 23 June 2008
Resolved
Properly terminate electrical wiring in engine compartment.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Ram
Issued 14 December 2007
Resolved
Bulkhead is fractured at mount for steering ram. Repair bulkhead and re- mount steering ram.
Personnel › Training › Watchkeeping
Issued 14 December 2007
Resolved
Renew Radio Operator Permit.
Documentation › Logs/Records › Logbook/Record (unofficial)
Issued 14 December 2007
Resolved
Log man-overboard, fire & flooding drills with new crew prior to carrying passengers.
Documentation › Logs/Records › Logbook/Record (unofficial)
Issued 14 December 2007
Resolved
Log EPIRB tests and lifesaving equipment inspections.
Fire Fighting › Nozzles › Type
Issued 14 December 2007
Resolved
Obtain metal nozzle for fire hose.
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Operating Controls
Issued 14 December 2007
Resolved
Repair port side engine room ventilation closure.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Cable
Issued 14 December 2007
Resolved
Install approved electrical wire supports throughout vessel as needed.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Medical/First Aid › Medicine Chest
Issued 3 February 2005
Resolved
Replace expired shelf life items in first aid kit or obtain new CG approved first aid kit.
Lifesaving › Hand Flares › Expired
Issued 3 February 2005
Resolved
Replace the six expired hand held orange smoke signals.
Operations/Management › Equipment Service/Testing › EPIRB
Issued 3 February 2005
Resolved
Service epirb and replace battery.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › FCC SSL
Issued 4 December 2003
Resolved
Vessel needs to provide copies of vessel's radio station license and FCC Safety Certificate.
1/20/04 Paperwork was submitted for FCC Safety Certificate. Will take 1 month to get cert. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: FCC SSL
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type III)
Issued 4 December 2003
Resolved
Vessel to add 8 Adult life jackets totaling 88 adult. Vessel limited to 80 persons until provided. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Quantity
Personnel › Certificates/Documents/Licenses
Issued 4 December 2003
Resolved
Provide valid First Aid and CPR cards for 50% of the crew. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Certificate, CPR Course Completion
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Medical/First Aid
Issued 4 December 2003
Resolved
Have First Aid Kit in a water proof box with CG approval number. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Medicine Chest
Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System
Issued 4 December 2003
Resolved
In addition to main engine shutdowns required when fixed extinguishing system activated, the generator contained in engine space should also shutdown. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Operating Controls
Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System
Issued 4 December 2003
Resolved
Install heat shield on port main engine raycor filter.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion/auxiliary-electric)
Issued 4 December 2003
Resolved
Repair leak on port main engine exhaust.
Communications › Internal Communications System
Issued 10 January 2003
Resolved
Repair/replace public address system.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents
Issued 10 January 2003
Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations
Issued 14 May 2002
Resolved
Install non-return valves on all bilge pump through-hull fittings.
Construction/Loadline › Structures
Issued 14 May 2002
Resolved
Wooden sewage tank support members are rotting. Replace rotted supports.
Construction/Loadline › Hull
Issued 14 May 2002
Resolved
Reattach broken hull grounding wire for fuel tank.
Lifesaving › Buoyant Apparatus
Issued 31 January 2002
Resolved
Stencil vessel name on life float.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance
Issued 31 January 2002
Resolved
Repair port navigation light - Before operating at night. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Navigation Lights
Lifesaving › Buoyant Apparatus
Issued 31 January 2002
Resolved
Stencil vessel name on life float oars.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering
Issued 31 January 2002
Resolved
Provide up-to-date tidal current table in pilothouse. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Tide/Tidal Current Tables
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment
Issued 31 January 2002
Resolved
Repair bilge alarm float switch in fuel tank compartment. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Bilge Monitor
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System
Issued 31 January 2002
Resolved
Repair bilge pump in stern compartment. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Pump
Construction/Loadline › Hull
Issued 31 January 2002
Resolved
Repair broken hull grounding wire in fuel tank compartment.
Personnel › Certificates/Documents/Licenses
Issued 31 January 2002
Resolved
Provide original Captain's license for inspection. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: License, Master
Construction/Loadline
Issued 27 October 2000
Resolved
Repair and demonstrate operation of engine room bilge pump.
Navigation
Issued 27 October 2000
Resolved
Demonstrate operation of SSB radio.
Lifesaving
Issued 27 October 2000
Resolved
Complete EPIRB registration for new vessel owner and operator.
Documentation
Issued 27 October 2000
Resolved
Provide copy of vessel documentation with new owner and vessel information.
Lifesaving
Issued 27 October 2000
Resolved
Repair inoperative waterlight on life float.
Electrical
Issued 27 October 2000
Resolved
Remove/replace dead end wire in tank space.
Documentation
Issued 27 October 2000
Resolved
Provide proof of active participation in a drug testing consortium.
Electrical
Issued 27 October 2000
Resolved
Install protective covers on engine starting batteries.
Electrical
Issued 27 October 2000
Resolved
Permanently mount battery switch.
Fire Fighting
Issued 4 March 1994
Resolved
SEVICE INSTALLED HALON FIREFIGHTING SYSTEM AND PROVIDE COPY OF SERVICE TO [name withheld] NOT TO OPERATE UNTIL THIS REQT IS CLEARED. SERVICING REPORT MAY BE FAXED TO [name withheld].
Documentation
Issued 29 April 1992
Resolved
PROVIDE SIGN INDICATING MAX PASSENGERS ALLOWED ON UPPER DECK TO 22.
Documentation
Issued 29 April 1992
Resolved
CONDUCT FCC SAFETY INSPECTION.
Documentation
Issued 29 April 1992
Resolved
POST GARBAGE, POLLUTION AND EMERGENCY CHECK PLACARDS.
Fire Fighting
Issued 29 April 1992
Resolved
PROVIDE ENGINE ROOM FIRE, ENGINE SHUTDOWN DEVICE.
Electrical
Issued 29 April 1992
Resolved
REPLACE DECK SPOT LIGHTS WITH UL MARINE FIXTURES OR PROVE EQUIVALANCY TO UL595.
Navigation
Issued 29 April 1992
Resolved
PROVIDE BELL PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS.
Ownership record
The Coast Guard's documentation record for this hull -- the Abstract of Title,
with its owners and liens as filed -- is not in PSIX. Ask, and Maury buys it from the National
Vessel Documentation Center, files it here with its date, and every reader of this page gets it.