USNS YUKON

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Make repairs to the ships boilers to meet company minimum standards for underway operations as per internal SMS policy.SOLAS/ 1-11

The Administration shall be satisfied that adequate arrangements are in place to ensure that the performance of the equipment required by this chapter is maintained. Attending MI's observed several alarms on both radars that have compromised reliability.SOLAS/V-15.1

Nautical charts and nautical publications, such as sailing directions, lists of lights, notices to mariners for the intended voyage shall be adequate and up to date. The limitations of the ships bandwidth is preventing underway update of ECDIS charts. On board charts are updated to 23 July 2025, however should the ship operate outside of it's downloaded content there is no capacity to retrieve updated charts updates.SOLAS V/27

Emergency lighting shall be provided at every muster and embarkation, in the machinery space and main generating stations, accommodation alleyways, stairways and exits. Attending MI's noted battle lanterns ship-wide failed to operate when tested or were flashing due to low battery.SOLAS II-1/43.2.2

The company should establish procedures, plans and instructions for key shipboard operations concerning the safety of the personnel, ship and protection of the environment. The use of air-pods during the fire drill and abandon ship drills interferes with communication, situational awareness and response readiness.ISM Code 6.3

Before the ships leaves port and at all times during the voyage, all life-saving appliances shall be in working order and ready for immediate use. Attending MI noted that the connection of the mechanical linkage for steering to the tiller arm on all four lifeboats is non standard, and in 3 out of 4 instances a cotter pin was being used as a load bearing connection for the steering Additionally the port rescue boat had severe wastage of the buoyant oars, water intrusion into the TPA's, spare flashlight batteries and the forward hatch latching mechanism is not being utilized allowing for continual water intrusion into the hull. The retro reflective tape is badly faded on top and in need of replacement.SOLAS III/20.2

An immersion suit, complying with the requirements of section 2.3 of the Code or an anti-exposure suit complying with section 2.4 of the Code, of an appropriate size, shall be provided for every person. During the immersion suit donning it was observed that three crew members didn't have appropriate sized suits that match their body size.SOLAS III/7.3

For a period of 18 hours intermittent operation of the daylight signaling lamp, the ship's whistle, the manually operated call points and all internal signals that are required in an emergency unless such services have an independent supply of power. Signal lamps on the bridge were functional under battery power however there is not indication of battery life, routine charging or procedures to maintain this equipment.SOLAS II-1/43

Emergency towing arrangements on tankers the arrangements shall, at all times, be capable of rapid deployment in the absence of main power on the ship to be towed and easy connection to the towing ship. At least one of the emergency towing arrangements shall be per-rigged ready for rapid deployment. Attending MI observed that the water activated light in the towing arrangement located on the stern mooring decks is inoperable.

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Extensive wastage was noted around the ventilation supply/exhausts located in the forward rope locker and cargo gas cylinder storage rooms.SOLAS I-11

Each tank ships must have at least two emergency shutdown stations. Each emergency shutdown station must have the controls necessary to stop all cargo pumps on the tank ship. Cargo Pump emergency trip was tested and would not reset during the inspection halting further testing. Restore operation of all emergency stops and retest all with the RO or USCG in attendance prior cargo operations.46 CFR 153.296

Provisions shall be made to guard against liquid rising in the venting system to a height which would exceed the design head of cargo tanks. This shall be accomplished by high-level alarms or overflow control systems. The high level and overfill visual alarm lights located on the tank deck are missing the required posted placards.SOLAS II-2/11.6.3.1

The life jackets and immersion suits carried for persons on watch should be stowed on the bridge, in the engine control room and at any other manned watch station; Immersion suits are missing from the watch station in the engine control room. A suitable location that is properly labeled needs to be identified and suits supplied.SOLAS III / 7.2.4

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons onboard. Marine Inspector found fuel oil leaking through gaskets on both M/E and all SSDGs. After expanding the inspection to determine the cause, objective evidence was discovered that the affected engines were being operated beyond the OEM overhaul limits. Vessel to maintain at least one wiper/engine utility crew member in engine room any time an engine is running to manage all leaking fuel until repairs are made to arrest all fuel leaks to the satisfaction of ABS during drydock in November 2024. 74 SOLAS (20) I/11(a)

Ships of 500 gross tonnage and upwards shall be provided with at least one international shore connection, complying with the provisions of paragraph 3. Facilities shall be available enabling such a connection to be used on either side of the ship. Marine Inspector found that port side shore connection valve was seized closed by valve stem and connection cover. Repairs to valve and cover. Make international shore connection and valve operation available for inspection to satisfaction of the attending ABS surveyor prior to departure. 74 SOLAS (97) II-2/19.2

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons onboard. Marine Inspector found fuel oil leaking through gaskets on both M/E and all SSDGs. After expanding the inspection to determine the cause, objective evidence was discovered that the affected engines were being operated beyond the OEM overhaul limits. Develop a risk mitigation plan and repair plan for approval by the OCMI prior to departure from the Port of Singapore. 74 SOLAS (20) I/11(a)

When the Administration, a nominated surveyor, or a recognized organization determines that the ship's anti-fouling system does not conform either to the particulars of a Certificate required under regulation 2 or 3, or to the requirements of this Convention, such Administration, surveyor or organization shall immediately ensure that corrective action is taken to bring the ship into compliance. Marine Inspector found that vessel had a significant amount of hard marine growth on the hull. This was determined from viewing dockside, from the UWILD inspection report performed at last port in Thailand, and from the hard growth on the anchor chain. Provide plan for hull cleaning and subsequent ABS attendance that will include removal of all aquatic organisms from hull, rudder, prop, sea chest strainers. Sea chest strainers shall be removed and sea chests shall be cleaned as part of the proposal. Any port State affected by the removal process shall be notified prior to removal. This proposal will have to be approved by OCMI prior to departure from Port of Singapore. IAFS 2001 Annex 4, Reg. 1(4)(c)

In the situation described in subparagraph (c), if the ship is in the port of another Party, the appropriate authorities of the port State shall be notified forthwith. Marine Inspector found significant non-conformity with SOVC for Anti-Fouling System Certificate. Notify Singapore Port State Control of deficiency 03 and plans to be approved by U.S Flag State (OCMI) for regaining compliance with the requirements of the Convention prior to departure from Port of Singapore. IAFS 2001 Annex 4, Reg 1(4)(d) Update 17AUG2024: CID will follow up with Singapre PSC to ensure notification. Extending to 30 days.

The company should establish procedures to ensure that the ship is maintained in conformity with the provisions of the relevant rules and regulations and with any additional requirements which may be established by the company. In meeting these requirements, the company should ensure that: Inspections are held at appropriate intervals; any non-conformity is reported, with its probable cause, if known; and appropriate action is taken. Marine Inspector found that both M/E and all SSDG are leaking fuel oil. After expanding inspection, objective evidence was found that all affected engines had gone beyond their OEM overhaul dates. This has resulted in engineering department having to wipe up leaking fuel on a continual basis and a hazardous operating environment. Perform an internal audit to determine root cause of exceeding maintenance and inspection requirements, to determine whether the non-conformity was properly reported, and to determine whether the appropriate action was taken. 74 SOLAS (20) IX/3.1 ISM 2018 A/10.1 and 10.2

Doors required to be self-closing shall not be fitted with hold-back hooks. However, hold-back arrangements fitted with remote release devices of the fail-safe type may be utilized. Aft roller door to helicopter landing deck: Door fusible link failed the inspection during annual certification with GFS. Inspector verified manual and electronic closing mechanism worked at time of inspection. Make repairs to fusible link (self-closing) arrangements and have inspected to satisfaction of ABS. 74 SOLAS (97) II-2/47.2

No equipment shall be installed in…paint lockers…unless the Administration is satisfied that such equipment is: appropriately certified for safe usage in the dusts, vapours or gases likely to be encountered. Forward paint locker was found with a non-explosion proof fan permanently installed. Replace fan or remove to satisfaction of ABS. 74 SOLAS (04) II-1/45.10.4

The company should establish a safety…policy which describes how the objectives given in paragraph 1.2 will be achieved. Vessel SMS does not contain instructions for reporting incidents of sexual assault or harassment directly to Coast Guard National Command Center at [phone withheld] or via email at [email withheld], (and if in immediate danger to call 9-1-1) as required by 46 U.S.C. 10104. Conduct an internal audit and make necessary changes to vessel SMS to satisfaction or ABS. 74 SOLAS (20) IX 3.1 ISM Part A 2.1 CVC-WI-004(3) D.1.b.1

Each crew berthing area shall be equipped with information regarding procedures and resources to report crimes, including sexual assault and sexual harassment, including information on the telephone number, website address, and email address for reporting allegations of sexual assault and sexual harassment to the Coast Guard. Vessel does not have posters with information/option to report sexual harassment/assault to USCG. Provide posters that provide information for victims to report incidents to USCG by means as stated in deficiency 09. These posters shall be in each berthing area and each crew washing place to the satisfaction of ABS. 46 U.S.C. 11101(B)(i) USCG CVC Policy Letter 23-04

A person may not employ or engage an individual in a position to hold an MMC unless that individual maintains a current medical certificate. Per MSC and USCG MOA, the national endorsement expiration date will be used to determine the validity of a medical certificate for a CIVMAR. During review of crew's medical certificates, it was discovered that the 2/AE's, national endorsement expiration date is 18JUN2023. As a condition of employment, medical certificate must be renewed. Provide proof of current medical certificate to the satisfaction of the attending USCG MI.

Lifeboats and rescue boats retro-reflective materials should be fitted on top of the gunwale as well as on the outside of the boat as near the gunwale as possible. Replace weathered SOLAS reflective tape on port FRB with new.

The general emergency alarm system shall be audible throughout all the accommodation and normal crew working spaces. Repair and prove operation of the following general alarms: 03 passage, 04 passage, cargo main deck next to 9P CC, port flight deck house, and inside motor room no. 1 stairwell.

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons. Repair leak to STBD sea chest in cargo pump room.

The purpose of this chapter is to require the fullest practicable degree of fire protection, fire detection and fire extinction in ships. The following basic principles underlie the regulations of this chapter and are embodied in the regulations as appropriate…containment and extinction of any fire in the space of origin and minimization of possibility of ignition of flammable cargo vapour. Replace missing fire stop in at the following locations: cable penetration in space labeled: MJD 03-06-02 To ELEC EQPT RM 03-60-0 Station 4 DK GR LKR, Station 6 DK GR LKR, OAW-TD 01-21-0 (above), Winch Control Room 1-58-0 (inside), High Press Comp Rm 1-40-0 (inside), and above WTD 1-20-1.

Cargo ships where the horizontal distance from the extreme end of the stem or stern of the ship to the nearest end of the closest survival craft is more than 100 m shall carry, in addition to the liferafts required by paragraphs 1.1.2 and 1.2.2, a liferaft stowed as far forward or aft, or one as far forward and another as far aft, as is reasonable and practicable. Such liferaft or liferafts may be securely fastened so as to permit manual release and need not be of the type which can be launched from an approved launching device. Replace missing required 25 x person life raft per SOLAS to the satisfaction of the attending ABS surveyor.

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A lifeboat launching appliance shall be capable of recovering the lifeboat with its crew IAW SOLAS 1997 Cons. Ed. Ch. III Reg 48.1.10. The winch brakes of a launching appliance shall be of sufficient strength to withstand a static test with a proof load of not less than 1.5 times the maximum working load and a dynamic test with a proof load of not less than 1.1 times the maximum working load at maximum lowering speed. On June 11, 2020 the master reported that the #2 lifeboat was lowered to the water for drill purposes and the crew was unable to recover the lifeboat using the launching/recovery appliance due to the winch clutch malfunctioning. It was also reported by the master that the #2 davit brake is no longer operable. Later, the master reported that YUKON was able to lift the #2 lifeboat onboard and cradle it by manually lightly lifting the hand brake. The hand crank however would not move the lifeboat. Vessel plans to mitigate the inability to retrieve the lifeboat by utilizing the 6 currently installed life-rafts on the port side. Vessel shall not carry over 94 persons on this voyage until #2 lifeboat davit brake is repaired and static tested and dynamic tested in accordance with regulations. Vessel shall conduct additional safety briefs for crew and avoid unnecessary activity IVO #2 lifeboat. No parts/technician was available in current port; vessel authorized to proceed to next port for repairs.

Make permanent repairs to crack discovered on potable water tank.

Vessel shall carry one or more lifeboats of such aggregate capacity on each side of the ship as will accommodate the total number of persons on board. Vessel has 02- 69 person capacity lifeboats on each side of vessel. ABS identified Lifeboat #3 winch foundation with 4" crack on weld at forward leading edge during recent UT survey (see OSR/OSD 1754/1755). 10% overload dynamic weight test shall be performed prior to vessel sailing with more than 69 persons on board.

The above items, as well as items 1660, 1674-1680, 1697, 1654-1657, 1659 & 1652, some of which were reported to the company as far back as Aug 2018 were not reported to ABS until annual surveys began in Jan 2019. Corroded cargo vent pipes and holed bulkheads/ventilation demonstrate a lack of preventative maintenance. Constant use of belzona/fiberglass for temporary repairs and company's failure to provide assistance for permanent repairs on critical systems demonstrates a failure of the vessel's Safety Management System. Even though a flag state detention is not imposed, an external SMS audit is required in the presence of a CG Marine Inspector.

The following outstanding class items shall be permanently repaired: 1653 JP-5 Cargo Pump #3 fracture on recirculation pipe. 1656 E-Fire Pump corroded recirculation pipe at sea chest below sea valve. 1661 ERC unauthorized bulkhead penetrations from portable A/C units. 1663 Steering Gear - Stbd motor intermittent false phase fail alarm. 1664 Main Switchboard 1SB - circuit breakers for PTO #2 & SSDG #4 - not functioning as designed making systems unreliable.

The following additional items found on 01 Deck level: 01-42-3 Significantly corroded cargo tank air pipe 01-35-2 Containment holed 02-26-2 Air pipe missing 02 bolts for flame screen 01-26-2 Air pipe missing 02 bolts for flame screen 01-54-1 Air pipe DFM station 8 rail holed 01-110-1 FO containment on flight deck holed WTH 07-103-1 Watertight hatch with significantly corroded lip (deck 06) WTD 07-76-1 Door at bridge found with missing attachment bolts and belzona at bottom (excessive corrosion?) Unlabeled 10C JP5 air pipe significantly corroded 01-96-2 Significantly corroded cargo tank air pipe 01-65-2/01-66-2/01-68-2/01-88-2 Significantly corroded FO tank air pipes

Repair or replace S-band radar.