THREE RIVERS QUEEN

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,. . . including the following: Operational test and inspection of engine control mechanisms including primary and alternate means of starting machinery. During inspection, vessel's starboard main diesel engine (MDE)could not be started from the pilothouse. Vessel staff determined a faulty solenoid was the issue, it was replaced during the inspection, and engine could once again be started from the pilothouse.

If a vessel is not equipped with a single source of power for emergency lighting, it must have individual battery powered lights which have sufficient capacity for a minimum of 2hrs of continuous operation. Battery for emergency light in second deck fire stairwell failed to power light for more than a few seconds. Replace battery in emergency light.

The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull, protection against fire, means of escape in case of a sudden unexpected casualty, guards and rails in hazardous places, ventilation of enclosed spaces, and necessary facilities for passengers and crew. Port shaft separated at the coupling immediately forward of the shaft seal allowing shaft to slide back and water ingress. Affect temporary repairs to mitigate potential water ingress via shaft seal and prepare corrective action/repair plan to correct and mitigate potential for recurrence. Notify attending marine inspector for attendance of plan development @ [phone withheld].

Each vessel must have adequate emergency lighting fitted along the line of escape to the main deck from all passenger and crew accommodation spaces located below the main deck. Emergency lighting located above COI not working. Repair/replace light.

The owner, managing operator, or a qualified servicing facility as applicable shall conduct the following inspections and tests:(1) For portable fire extinguishers, the inspections, maintenance procedures and hydrostatic pressure tests required by Chapter 4 of NFPA 10, with the frequency specified by NFPA 10. Fire extinguisher on main deck missing inspection label, tamper seal missing, and crew has not weighed extinguisher. Complete maintenance in accordance with NFPA 10. -Check at least the following items: (a) Location in designated place (b) No obstruction to access or visibility (c) Operating instructions on nameplate legible and facing outward (d) Safety seals/tamper indicators not broken or missing (e) Fullness determined by weighing or "hefting" (f) Examination for obvious physical damage, corrosion, leakage or clogged nozzle (g) Pressure gauge reading in operational range (i) HMIS label in place

A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit that meets the requirements in 46 CFR 199.175(b)(10) or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. For equivalent kits, the contents must be stowed in a suitable, watertight container that is marked “First-Aid Kit”. A first-aid kit must be easily visible and readily available to the crew. Eyewash in first aid kit expired. Replace eyewash with new.

At least one ring buoy must be fitted with a floating waterlight, unless the vessel is limited to daytime operation, in that case no floating waterlight is required. Floating water light on stern inoperable. Repair as required.

46 CFR 182.05-1 (OLD T): 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 constant marine load under such requirements. The port shaft of the vessel came uncoupled. Repair port shaft.

The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull, protection against fire, means of escape in case of a sudden unexpected casualty, guards and rails in hazardous places, ventilation of enclosed spaces, and necessary facilities for passengers and crew. Approximate 4" crack found in fore peak space in vicinity of keel. Vessel not allowed passengers until repairs are made. Affect repairs IAW NVIC 7-68. While in transit to shipyard: -Conduct hourly rounds of space -Maintain dewatering pump in vicinity of space -Notify MSU Pittsburgh duty Marine Inspector upon departure from current location, arrival at shipyard, and of any change in vessel condition at [phone withheld].

Grab line. The grab line shall be 3/8-inch diameter polyethylene, polypropylene, or other suitable buoyant type synthetic material having a minimum breaking strength of 1,350 pounds. Life buoy grab line aft of pilothouse wasted from environmental exposure. Repair/replace as required.

If your vessel's Certificate of Inspection is renewed less often than annually, the marine inspector must check the settings of the safety or relief valves on all pressure vessels, except cargo tanks, twice every 5 years. No more than 3 years may elapse between any check and its immediate predecessor. No documentation available for calliope air compressor relief valve testing. Test/replace as required.

The master and crew of a vessel will be familiar with the content of and have mounted at the operating station, emergency instructions containing the actions to be taken in the event of fire, flooding, heavy weather, or man overboard conditions. Missing from pilot house. Replace as required.

A station bill must be posted by the master on a vessel of more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length having: (1) Overnight accommodations for more than 49 passengers; or (2) A Certificate of Inspection requiring more than four crew members at any one time, including the master. Station bill missing from pilothouse. Replace as required.

The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull. A 1/2" hole was found on the bottom of the hull outboard of the stuffing box of the shaft log. Prior to carrying passengers, dry dock vessel and make ready for Coast Guard inspection to determine extent of hull damages.

The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull. A 1/2" hole was found on the bottom of the hull outboard of the stuffing box of the shaft log. Inspection completed showing no further damage. Crop out and renew to original condition a section no less than 18" x 18" IAW NVIC 07-68. Complete NDT of repairs in the presence of CG Marine Inspector.

Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to minimize accidental personnel contact with energized parts. Electrical distribution panel in engine room missing breaker/blank and is open to accidental personnel contact. Install breaker or blank to prevent accidental contact to energized parts of distribution panel.

Rugs and carpets are not permitted in machinery spaces. Rug found at engine room entrance. Remove from machinery as required.

At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards, and other hazardous situations must be corrected and all required guards and protective devices must be in satisfactory condition. Highly flammable aerosol containers are being stored in the engine room, remove as required.

The 40-B:C portable fire extinguisher located in the 2nd deck concession area installed in wrong bracket. Provide approved bracket for extinguisher type.

Several portable fire extinguishers located throughout vessel have loose mounting brackets as they attach to stuctures/mounting surfaces including the brackets cylinder capture devices. Make all loose fire extinguisher brackets that attach to structures and mounting surfaces tight and make tight all bracket cylinder capture devices.

Severe internal bottom hull plating wastage noted along both sides of the CVK in Void #1 - biler Space. Provide internal hull thickness readings in affected area as identified by the attending CG MI and submit a proposal to mitigate and arrest any further corrosion.

Repair leaking valve in hot water heating system boiler. Prior to operating boiler.

Replace deteriorated grab line on stbd side lifebuoy.

Replace deteriorated waterlight lanyard.

Replace deteriorated grab line on 2nd deck lifebuoy.

Properly plug holes in both hot water boiler exhaust pipes.

Properly install exhaust pipe lagging on both boilers to cover piping completely.

Test safety relief valves on both hot water heating boilers boilers.

Properly secure all overhead wiring runs as identified by the attending CG MI.

Provide proof of annual VGP compliance verification.

Proove proper operation oof fwd mast head and stern lights.

Provide proper/approved fire extinguisher bracket for BI located in pilothouse.

Update Fire Control Pln to reflect equipment installed on vessel

Make permanent repairs to high water float alarms in Engine Room, Forepeak, and Beverage Space. Floats had come off the mounts.

Cable penetrations through watertight bulkheads required to be sealed in rudder room and beverage spcece.

Repair fuel shut off valve to port boiler to enable complete closing of the valve from remote shutdown.

Provide permanant cover over junction box located behind port boiler.

Repair lettering on port bow deck life ring.

Prior to seasonal service conduct required boiler tests and inspections to the satisfaciton of the CG Marine Inspector

Damage of the forward pivot point for the bow gangway.

Door leading into stair tower on main deck is not self closing due to carpet. Repair or replace door to ensure that door can be released from pilot house switch.

Vessel must be provided with audible and visual alarms at operating station for high water level. Ensure all alarms are functioning properly prior to carrying passengers.

Install oil pressure gauge on port generator IAW 46 CFR 119.410(b).

Properly re-wire STBD rudder telemotor and replace junction box cover in lazarette space IAW 46 CFR 120.340.

Replace grab-lines on ring lifebuoys located at STBD bow and port bridgewing IAW 46 CFR 117.70.

Re-stencil life jackets with vessel name (located in FWD locker and child's PFD locker on 3rd deck) IAW 46 CFR 122.604(a).

Post placard for portable fire extinguisher at STBD-side main deck adjacent to coffee maker IAW 46 CFR 118.520.

Place additional B-II (ABC) fire extinguisher in front hold (liquor storage space) IAW 46 CFR 118.400(b)(3).

Provide cover for emergency lighting in galley passageway IAW 46 CFR 120.410

Cap, replace, or remove exposed wire from lighting panel amidships in galley IAW 46 CFR 120.340.

Provide non conductive mating infront of switchboard in engine room IAW 46 CFR 120.330 (g).

Vsl has not been maintaining proper log records for completing emergency drills. Vsl shall provide written documentation every month to SLMR when emergency drills have been completed. Vsl shall log all emergency drills IAW 46cfr 122.524 and underline in red ink.

The operating mechanism that opens and closes the emergency escape scuttles for egress from the following spaces - Engine room and Galley is not operational. The emergency escape scuttle for the engine room will remain close until repairs are completed or open only in case of fire.

None of the Vsl's crews had a valid lifesaving qualifications completed IAW Nvic 1-91. Vsl must have completed and provide evidence of CPR and lifesaving training for 50% of the vls's marine crew by 5 June 07. On 12 June 07 vsl must have 100% completed.

The fire system that is installed to protect the range hood that no longer exist, must either be removed or service.

Make audible alarm for bilge system operable in pilot house.

Replace fire nozzle on galley firestation hose to proper thread match.

Conduct fire, drills with new crew to the satisfaction of the attending USCG Sector Lower Mississippi River; Memphis, Tn marine inspector.

Observed no abandon-ship drills conducted in the months of Aug., Sep., Oct.. Conduct abandon-ship.

One CG 835 issued to required replacemnet of all wire nuts with splices and/or connectors in accordance with Title 46 CFR Part 120.340 (p) prior to 10 Sep 2004. Wirenuts were observed in pilothouse and both bars.

Prove proper opperation of relief valves on hydraulic system. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Relief valves on hydraulic system

Provide a steering system check to find cause of steering system failure.

Provide Hydraulic oil analyis. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Hydraulic oil

Provide and install a bilge high level alarm for the steering compartment and the bow thruster compartment in accordance with Title 46 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 182.530.

Demonstrate the operation of the vessel's installed bilge pump by taking a suction from all compartments fitted with a bilge suction. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Strainer

Porvide and post a Station Bill in accordance with Titile 46 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 185.514.

Provide pre-employment drug test results. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Testing, Pre-employment

If a senior deckhand will be used in lieu of the required licensed mate, provide for USCG review, designation in writing for the senior deckhand(s) in accordance with Title 46 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 15.8 and 185.402.

Provide and post an Emergency Broadcast Placard in accordance with Title 46 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 184.506.

Proivde and install a speaker for the public address system in the galley in accordance with Title 46 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 184.610.

Re-install the closure devices in way of the engine room emergency escape hatches and boiler compartment access hatch. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Scuttle

Provide and install a corrosion-resistant clip on the 3 ft ong lanyard.

Attach the 60 ft long life line to one of the ring buoys.

The vessel is restricted to a maximum of 345 persons on board (338 passengers) until 13 additional adult size life jackets are provided on board and marked with the vessel's name. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Quantity

Sewage tank vent was vented under the pilot house in a non vented void. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Sewage System Tank

No means to start/stop fire pump from pilot house.

Remove wire nuts throughout vessel. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Wiring

Install structural fire protection to comply with sub chapter K, provide USCG approved drawings.

Install emergency escape signs.

Repair and demonstrate emergency lighting.

Generator cables are prohibited from being run in the bilge. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Generator Cable

Install proper relief valves in hot water heaters <100psi.

Failure to comply with inspection requirements, Reinspection, modification inspection. COI not valid. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Certificate of Inspection

Wire nuts under bridge console and A/C port side. Connection need pressure type LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Wiring

Emergency escape hatch from galley to main passenger deck blocked by design. Provide means to open hatch in event of emergency. Train personnel in methods of egress. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Open Deck Space

Conduct and log drills. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Familiarization Training

First aid kit incomplete/outdated items. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Medicine Chest

Provide FCC license of all Masters. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: License, GMDSS Radio Operator

REPAIR/RENEW FIRE DAMPNER CLOSURE HANDLE FOR STBD SIDE AC ROOM.

SERVICE GALLEY HOOD FIXED FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS.

DEVELOP PASSENGER SAFETY ORIENTATION BRIEFING.

PROVIDE UP TO DATE NAVIGATION CHART FOR AREA OF OPERATION.

PROVIDE EMERGENCY BROADCAST PLACARD, AND MOUNT NEAR VHF RADIO.

PROVIDE RETRO-REFLECTIVE MATERIAL FOR WHITE LIFE RING.

PROVE OPERATION OF THE FIRE PUMP SYSTEM.

SHOW PROOF OF SIX YEAR MAINTANCE, OR PROVIDE TWO NEW B-II PORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS.

PROVIDE RUBBER MAT FOR SWITCHBOARD IN GENERATOR ROOM.

PROVE OPERATION OF VESSEL'S FIRE DAMPERS.

RENEW MISSING SECTION OF FIRE/SMOKE BOUNDARY MATERIAL IWO CABLE RUN THROUGHTHE MAIN DECK AT THE BEVERAGE BAR. (NOT MORE THAN 150 PASSENGERS PERMITTED UNTIL THIS IS COMPLETED.)

RENEW BEARING AT LOWER END OF RUDDER STOCK FOR PORT AND STBD RUDDER. (CURRENT BEARING IS WORN BUT SERVICABLE, HOWEVER, IT WILL NOT LAST UNTIL THE NEXT SCHEDULED DRYDOCKING.)

PROVIDE A CURRENT REGULATION BOOK FOR THE VESSEL'S CLASS ( SUBCHAPTER T & K).

COMPLETE SATISFACTORY SUPERVISOR TRAINING FOR DRUG & ALCOHOL SCREENING PROGRAM SUPERVISORS.

INSTALL AND PROVE OPERATION OF ALL FIRE DAMPERS IAW 46 CFR 72.05-50 AND NVC6-80 TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE ATTENDING U.S. COAST GUARD MARINE INSPECTOR._x001C_

PROVIDE CG APPROVED DRAWINGS DEPICTING INSTALLATION OF AUX HEATING BOILER AND SATISFY ALL CG MARINE SAFETY LETTER COMMENTS PRIOR TO PLACING BOILER INOPERATION.

SUBMIT TO USCG MARINE SAFETY CENTER (G-MSC-1) FIRE LOAD CALCULATION SHOWINGTHAT PASSENGER ACCOMMODATION SPACES ON MAIN/2ND DECK CONTAIN A FIRE LOAD OF14.5Kg/sqm(3lbs/sqft)OR LESS FOR APPROVAL. ONCE APPROVED, DEMONSTRATE TO THE ATTENDING USCG INSPECTOR THAT ALL FIRE LOAD REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN MET.

PROVIDE AND POST FCC SAFETY RADIOTELEPHONY CERTIFICATE AND FCC STATION LICENSE.

PROVIDE COAST GUARD APPROVED ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS AND SATISFY ALL MARINE SAFETY CENTER COMMENTS TO THE ATTENDING USCG MARINE INSPECTOR.

DEMONSTRATE TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE OF THE ATTENDING U.S. COAST GUARD INSPECTOR THAT ALL REQUIREMENTS OF 46 CFR PART 63 ARE MET REGARDING THE INSTALLATION OF BOTH PORT/STBD AUX HEATING BOILERS._x001C_

PENETRATIONS OF THE MAIN AND 2ND DECK FOR BEVERAGE TUBING SHALL BE PROPERLYSEALED TO MAINTAIN A DEGREE OF FIRE ENDURANCE WHICH IS EQUIVALENT TO THE STRUCTURAL MEMBER THEY PIERCE.

PROVIDE AND POST STABILITY LETTER UNDER GLASS IN PILOTHOUSE IAW 46 CFR 185.12-1.

ALL RACOR 1000MA FUEL/WATER SEPARATORS/FILTERS SHALL BE FITTED WITH DRIP PANS AND FLAME SCREENS UNDERNEATH UNITS IAW 46CFR182.20-40(b)(5).

PROVIDE ADEQUATE AND UP-TO-DATE CHARTS AND NAUTICAL PUBLICATIONS IAW 46 CFR185.20-35.

PROVIDE THREE(3) BLACK BALL SHAPES_x001C_

PROVIDE VALID CERTIFICATE OF DOCUMENTATION_x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_