Records from 2001 to 2024. Most recent: inspection, 16 September 2024.
A report is not offered for this hull: Its record holds only 2 of the seven kinds of material a report is built from: inspections, deficiencies, operational controls, tow-unit appearances, casualty records, dimensions and documentation. That is a statement about the record, not about the vessel. Reports.
Inspection history · 15
16 September 2024
Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8003307
22 July 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7879684
17 April 2024
Administrative Inspection · Simplified Stability Test
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7964477
14 April 2023
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7668109
18 October 2021
Drydock Exam · COI Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7328693
1 December 2011
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4212489
20 November 2008
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3366466
18 April 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3187168
18 October 2007
Deficiency Check · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3134536
16 October 2007
Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3080891
18 January 2006
Re-Inspection · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2569884
14 January 2005
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2274907
12 November 2003
Hull Examination · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1946155
17 December 2002
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1716617
7 December 2001
Construction Oversight · Initial Certification · Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1426700
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Launching arrangements for survival craft
Issued 4 October 2024
Resolved
Each launching appliance and each survival craft and rescue boat on a vessel must be in good working order and ready for immediate use before the vessel leaves port and at all times when the vessel is underway.
MI identified painter line was not connected to the weak link. Properly secure the painter line to the weak link to the satisfaction of the MI. - 46 CFR 185.700(a)
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 8 October 2024
Resolution: MI observed painter line properly attached.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 4 October 2024
Resolved
An adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried on board a vessel.
MI observed 01 life jacket had a hole in it. Total persons count reduced to 19 until new adult life jacket is onboard vessel. - 46 CFR 180.71(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 8 October 2024
Resolution: MI observed 01 new life jacket placed in service.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 4 October 2024
Resolved
A vessel on a lakes, bays, and sounds route must carry:three hand red flare distress signals...and three hand orange smoke distress signals.
MI observed vessel was missing 01 distress signal.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 8 October 2024
Resolution: MI observed 01 day distress signal added on board for proper amount.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 4 October 2024
Resolved
On a vessel of at least 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level in each of the following normally unmanned space.
MI identified no audible alarms for rudder space, machinery space and passenger compartment. Ensure all spaces have functioning audible and visual bilge high level alarms to the satisfaction of attending MI. - 46 CFR 182.530(a)
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 8 October 2024
Resolution: MI test and observed all high level bilge alarms had audible and visual alarms.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 16 September 2024
Resolved
Except when individual pumps are provided for separate spaces, individual bilge suction lines must be led to a central control point or manifold and provided with a stop valve at the control point or manifold and a check valve at some accessible point in the bilge line.
MI observed that check valve in forepeak space was inop and bilge pump was unable to dewater space with check valve installed. Ensure check valve and bilge pump are capable of dewatering the forepeak space to the satisfaction of attending MI. - 46 CFR 182.510(c)
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 8 October 2024
Resolution: MI observed proper operation of bilge system dewatering
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 22 July 2024
Resolved
A vessel that is exposed to salt water more than three months in any 12 month period since the last examination must undergo a drydock examination and internal structural at least once every two years. Vessels last credit drydock was 18Oct2023 and vessel is currently operating. Vessel restricted from operations until credit drydock is given.
46 CFR 176.600(c)(1)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 22 July 2024
Resolved 30 September 2024
Resolution: DD completed
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
Each fixed power bilge pump must be self priming. It may be driven off the main engine or other source of power. Inoperable fixed power bilge pump. Repair or replace. 46 CFR 182.520(c)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 30 January 2024
Resolution: Correspondence with owner regarding repairs to bilge pump. All Sat.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
Fuel shutoff valves at the tank must be manually operable from outside the compartment in which the valve is located. Fuel shutoff valves were seized and found incapable of securing fuel supply. Repair or replace.46 CFR 182.455(b)(4)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 30 October 2023
Resolution: Vessel proved proper operation of fuel shut off valve.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for master and officers
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
Each officer must have their license or MMC on board and available. A person may not employ or engage an individual, unless the individual holds all credentials required. Master’s MMC was found not endorsed for the vessel’s intended route of service per vessel’s COI. Provide a master with the correct endorsement for intended route.46 CFR 185.402 &
46 CFR 15.401 (a)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 9 May 2023
Resolution: MMC for a qualified master with the company was provided.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
Each ring life buoy must be marked in clearly legible block capital letters with the vessel's name. Installed ring life buoy missing vessel’s name. Appropriately mark vessel’s name on ring life buoy.46 CFR 185.604(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 27 May 2023
Resolved 9 May 2023
Resolution: Ring Buoy has been properly marked.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
Employers shall establish random programs for the chemical testing of crew members required by the vessel's COI. Vessel was unable to provide evidence of crew's enrollment in random drug testing program. Provide records to indicate crew's enrollment. 46 CFR 16.230(a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 30 October 2023
Resolution: Proof of enrollment provided.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Record of drills and steering gear tests
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
An inflatable liferaft must be serviced at an approved servicing facility. Vessel unable to provide servicing records for inflatable liferaft. Provide service records.46 CFR 185.730(a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 27 May 2023
Resolved 9 May 2023
Resolution: Service records were provided.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
Crew training shall be logged or otherwise documented for review by the Coast Guard upon request. Vessel unable to provide training records for required drills or training. Provide drill and training records.46 CFR 185.420(d)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 27 May 2023
Resolved 30 October 2023
Resolution: Drill records provided.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
A vessel not required to have a power driven fire pump by § 181.300 must have at least three 9.5 liter (2 1/2 gallon) buckets, with an attached lanyard, placed so as to be easily available during an emergency. The words “FIRE BUCKET” must be stenciled in a contrasting color on each bucket. Vessel provided only two of three fire buckets on board which were not marked. 46 CFR 181.610
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 11 May 2023
Resolved 9 May 2023
Resolution: Fire buckets were renewed on board.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
At each inspection the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to test the steering systems of the vessel to determine that they are in suitable condition and fit for the service intended. Mechanical connection of the hydraulic ram to the steering assembly was found loose and not suitable for intended service. Conduct needed repairs.46 CFR 176.814
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 11 May 2023
Resolved 30 October 2023
Resolution: Repairs conducted of steering gear.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
Each distribution panel or switchboard must be totally enclosed and of the dead front type. 120V breaker panel found with a missing breaker panel. Install blank in breaker panel.46 CFR 183.330(b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 27 May 2023
Resolved 9 May 2023
Resolution: Blank was installed.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
A penetration in a watertight bulkhead must be as high and as far inboard in the bulkhead as practicable, and made watertight. Cable penetrations through forward main engine room bulkhead found with maintaining the bulkhead integrity.46 CFR 179.320(c)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 27 May 2023
Resolved 19 May 2023
Resolution: Penetration was properly sealed.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
All electrical equipment and circuits must be clearly marked and identified. 120V breaker panel found with spare breakers being utilized without any labeling associated, and a mislabeled spare breaker that may be for the fire pump. Determine use of breakers and label correctly.46 CFR 183.220(d)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 27 May 2023
Resolved 9 May 2023
Resolution: Breaker labeled correctly.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Record of employment
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
The marine employer must have a sufficient number of alcohol testing devices readily accessible on board the vessel to determine the presence of alcohol in the system of each individual who was directly involved in the SMI. Vessel unable to provide alcohol testing kits on board. Provide kits.46 CFR 4.06-15(a)(1)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 27 May 2023
Resolved 9 May 2023
Resolution: Alcohol testing strips were provided on board.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Linkage
Issued 18 October 2007
Resolved
Vessel rudder needs to not make hard contact with rudder stop.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 24 October 2007
Resolution: Steering Gear repaired.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Day Shapes
Issued 18 January 2006
Resolved
Provide required day shapes and Not under command lights
Due 17 February 2006
Resolved 4 December 2006
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 18 January 2006
Resolved
Provide metal clamping for overhead wiring support in engine compartment.
Condition: Improper Installation
Due 17 February 2006
Resolved 4 December 2006
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 18 January 2006
Resolved
Make proper splices in loose wiring in forward compartment.
Condition: Improper Installation
Due 17 February 2006
Resolved 4 December 2006
Lifesaving › Buoyant Apparatus
Issued 20 November 2003
Resolved
RENEW GRAB LINES AND PAINTER LINE ON LIFE FLOAT PRIOR TO SAILING. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Life float grab lines
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 20 December 2003
Resolved 20 November 2003
Resolution: RENEWED GRAB LINES AND PAINTER LINES.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General)
Issued 20 November 2003
Resolved
PROVIDE LIFE JACKET DONNING PLACARD AND DISPLAY. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Marking
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 December 2003
Resolved 20 November 2003
Resolution: PROVIDED AND DISPLAYED DONNING PLACARD.
Lifesaving › Rescue Boat
Issued 17 December 2002
Resolved
Provide rescue boat or platfrom and conduct man overboard drill to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
Due 17 January 2003
Resolved 17 December 2002
Personnel › Training › First Aid/CPR
Issued 17 December 2002
Resolved
Provide valid Red Cross/ CPR for 50% of crew.
Due 17 January 2003
Resolved 17 December 2002