02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 15 September 2025
Resolved
The overhead light fixture in void #5 was found to be unsecured and with dead ended cables attached to it, properly secure the lighting fixture and remove dead ended cables. 46 CFR 120.200
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 September 2025
Resolved 16 September 2025
Resolution: Lighting fixture is now properly secured.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 15 September 2025
Resolved
The bilge suction foot in void #5 was found without a strainer attached. Provide bilge suction with appropriate strainer. 46 CFR 119.500 (a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 September 2025
Resolved 16 September 2025
Resolution: Bilge suction now has a strainer.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 15 September 2025
Resolved
The bilge suction piping in void #7 was found with PVC piping and without a stainer, provide metallic piping and appropriate strainer. 46 CFR 119.500 (a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 September 2025
Resolved 16 September 2025
Resolution: Metallic piping and strainer are now installed.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 15 September 2025
Resolved
The fire pump motor junction box stuffing tube was found with exposed cable conductors, re-pack stuffing tube and make connection weathertight. 46 CFR 120.200
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 September 2025
Resolved 16 September 2025
Resolution: Fire pump motor junction box stuffinf tube is now re-packed and connection is weathertight.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 15 September 2025
Resolved
Port side overhead in forward collision bulkhead compartment is soft to the touch. Repair at next dry dock. 46 CFR 116.100
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 21 November 2025
Resolution: Repairs made at dry dock
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 15 September 2025
Resolved
Center overhead in forward collision compartment is soft to the touch. Repair at next dry dock. 46 CFR 116.100
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 21 November 2025
Resolution: Repairs made at dry dock.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 10 September 2024
Resolved
An EAP training program must be conducted for the employer's crewmembers and supervisory personnel. The training program must include at least the following elements: the effects and consequences of drug and alcohol use on personal health, safety, and work environment; the manifestations and behavioral cues that may indicate drug and alcohol use and abuse; and documentation of training given to crewmembers and the employer's supervisory personnel. Supervisory personnel must receive at least 60 minutes of training. Training record not provided. Provide satisfactory evidence of an Employee Assistance Program training program.
46 CFR 16.401
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 10 October 2024
Resolved 8 October 2024
Resolution: Training completed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 10 September 2024
Resolved
Cylinders continuously in service without discharge shall be permitted to be retained in service for a maximum of 12 years from the date of the last hydrostatic test. CO2 cylinders had last hydro in May 2011. 12 years have past since last hydro. Provide new hydro or new bottles for CO2 fire fighting system.
46 CFR 175.600
NFPA 12 4.6.5.2.1
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 10 October 2024
Resolved 17 October 2024
Resolution: Cylinder performed hydro test. All sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 10 September 2024
Resolved
Shutoff valves, installed so as to close against the fuel flow, must be fitted in the fuel supply lines at the tank connection. The shutoff valve at the tank must be manually operable from outside the compartment in which the valve is located. The vessel's port fuel shutoff valve was not fully operable. Service and prove proper operation of the port fuel shutoff valve.
46 CFR 182.455(b)(4)
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 10 September 2024
Resolution: Fuel shut off operational.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 10 September 2024
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operations of the vessel in accordance with the terms of the COI giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull, protections against fire, means of escape in case of sudden unexpected casualty, guards and rails in hazardous places, ventilation of enclosed spaces, and necessary facilities for passengers and crew. Engine room bilge had oil in bilge. Remove oil from engine room bilge.
46 CFR 177.405
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 10 October 2024
Resolved 8 October 2024
Resolution: Oil removed from the bilge.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 25 September 2023
Resolved
Vessel conducted a gen-set repower. Submit repower plans to USCG Marine Safety Center for vessel stability review. Vessel's total passenger count reduced to 217 (220 total persons permitted onboard) until deficiency is rectified.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 11 January 2024
Resolution: Received letter H2-2400094 from MSC.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machinery
Issued 25 September 2023
Resolved
Nearly the entire length of the two (02) shafts within the hull of the vessel are exposed hazards to personnel. Provide a proposal for shaft guards for approval by the local [name withheld] a proposal is approved, install the guards as approved.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 31 December 2023
Resolved 14 February 2024
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 25 September 2023
Resolved
Flame impingement bowl on gen-set fuel filter is missing. Install manufacturer approved flame impingement bowl on gen-set fuel filter.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 31 December 2023
Resolved 4 December 2023
Resolution: Received picture of new bowl installed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 21 June 2022
Resolved
Proof of vessel enrollment in DAPI program not available for inspection. Must provide DAPI TPO enrollment letter along with list of employees enrolled to USCG MI.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 5 July 2022
Resolved 24 June 2022
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 17 September 2021
Resolved
Provide vessel with missing fire extinguisher on upper passenger deck.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 17 September 2021
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photo of corrected def.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 17 September 2021
Resolved
Provide one life ring with 60 feet of line.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 17 September 2021
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photo of corrected def.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Replace wasted line on life ring water light.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 17 September 2021
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photo of corrected def.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Provide engine room CO2 system with simple operating instructions.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 October 2021
Resolved 17 September 2021
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photo of corrected def.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Provide vessel with missing 05 adult life jackets. Passenger count is reduced by 05 until corrected.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 October 2021
Resolved 28 September 2021
Resolution: Vessel rep provided vessel with additional life jackets.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkheads - operational damage
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Make bulkhead between voids 6 and 7 water tight.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 October 2021
Resolved 17 September 2021
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photo of corrected def.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Water level indicator
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Properly mount high bilge water switch in void 6.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 October 2021
Resolved 17 September 2021
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photo of corrected def.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Provide wheel house with "restricted area" signage.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 October 2021
Resolved 28 September 2021
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photo of corrected def.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Seal upper engine room compartment with fire stop sealant.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 October 2021
Resolved 17 September 2021
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photo of corrected def.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Remove dead ended cable in void # 2.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 October 2021
Resolved 28 September 2021
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photo of corrected def.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 19 April 2021
Resolved
Provide engine room with adequate lighting for making rounds on equipment.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 October 2021
Resolved 28 September 2021
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photo of corrected def.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
Replace welding cable attached to batteries with USCG approved cable.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 October 2020
Resolved 21 October 2020
Resolution: Welding Cable replaced with USCG marine grade cable.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
Remove or cap dead-end wiring in entrance to machinery space.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 October 2020
Resolved 21 October 2020
Resolution: Dead-end wiring capped.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
Provide 01 Adult size type 1 life jacket. Passenger count reduced to 221 until def corrected.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 October 2020
Resolved 21 October 2020
Resolution: 222 total life jackets onboard.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
Replace grab-lines & light attachment light lines on ring life buoys.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 October 2020
Resolved 21 October 2020
Resolution: MI visually inspected corrected def.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
Replace mount for ring life buoy light.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 October 2020
Resolved 21 October 2020
Resolution: Mount replaced.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Covers (hatchway-, portable-, tarpaulins, etc.)
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
Properly seal hole to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard in forward deck hatch.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 October 2020
Resolved 21 October 2020
Resolution: Hole properly sealed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 16 September 2020
Resolved
properly mount port side motor in machinery space or remove entirely.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 October 2020
Resolved 21 October 2020
Resolution: Port side motor in machinery space removed
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
Vessel does not routinely operate with generator online and can only be started locally. Both fire pump and bilge pump are powered by the generator. Issued requirement to ensure generator is online and available until remote start switch can be installed.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 October 2019
Resolution: Generator start/stop switch installed on main deck, tested SAT.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
Replace un-authorized fuel filter on generator.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 October 2019
Resolution: New metal RAYCOR filter installed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Holds and tanks safety
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
Provide adequate lighting for the #4 void.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 October 2019
Resolution: Adequate lighting installed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
Make port fuel tank shut-off valve close completely via remote closure.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 8 November 2019
Resolution: Vessel rep installed new cable pulls to properly close fuel valves. Test sat.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
Make all bulkheads and hull envelope water tight.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 October 2019
Resolution: Bulkheads and hull found watertight (no penetration of light observed)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
Provide fuel tank vent with 30x30 mesh flame screen.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 October 2019
Resolution: Installed.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
Provide compass with light.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 October 2019
Resolution: Light operated.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
Remove or enclose dead ended cables, forward, stbd main deck accommodation.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 18 October 2019
Resolution: Removed.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-corrosion
Issued 31 January 2019
Resolved
C/R rotten planking and framing on stbd side in way of steering space. C/R rotten sheer clamp on stbd side in steering space at bulkhead.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 1 April 2019
Resolution: Structural repairs completed.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 7 September 2018
Resolved
ZERO LENGTH OR BEAM: no dimension information (AIS Antenna Position ABCD values equals 0), ZERO DRAFT: no static draft information, SHIP TYPE MISSING: Vsl is not broadcasting an AIS Ship Type
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 8 November 2018
Resolution: Verified in VIVS
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Cable
Issued 21 June 2017
Resolved
Provide electrical wires for bilge pump. Wires currently frayed.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 July 2017
Resolved 20 July 2017
Resolution: Bilge pump electrical wires are satisfactory.
Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System › Tanks
Issued 21 June 2017
Resolved
Bring CO2 off of deck.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 July 2017
Resolved 20 July 2017
Resolution: CO2 bottles are off the deck
Fire Fighting › Combustible Materials › Furniture/Furnishings
Issued 21 June 2017
Resolved
Provide metal waste resepticals. Currently have plastic trash cans.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 July 2017
Resolved 20 July 2017
Resolution: Non Combustible trash cans installed
Stability › Watertight Integrity › Weathertight Enclosure
Issued 21 June 2017
Resolved
Provide retaining chain for all hatch covers.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 July 2017
Resolved 20 July 2017
Resolution: Retaining chains installed
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Deck Rail
Issued 21 June 2017
Resolved
Provide rail for embarkation area on starboard side.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 July 2017
Resolved 20 July 2017
Resolution: Rail for embarkation is repaired
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Gear, Timing
Issued 29 October 2016
Resolved
The nuts had backed off of the linkage which engages the the transmision.
Condition: Improper Installation
Due 29 October 2016
Resolved 29 October 2016
Resolution: Tightened nuts as original; which backed off of the linkage that engages the the transmision. Check-ride all sat.
Fire Fighting › Structural Fire Protection - General › Structural Bulkhead Construction
Issued 20 September 2016
Resolved
Make engineroom vaportight.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 October 2016
Resolved 4 October 2016
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Cable
Issued 20 September 2016
Resolved
Secure generator cable in forward enginerood starboard side.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 October 2016
Resolved 4 October 2016
Stability › Watertight Integrity › Watertight Subdivision Standard
Issued 20 September 2016
Resolved
Make engine room/void bulkhead watertight.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 October 2016
Resolved 19 October 2016
Resolution: Engine room/void bulkhead watertight.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation
Issued 20 September 2016
Resolved
Provide battery charger cover.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 October 2016
Resolved 4 October 2016
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Fuse
Issued 20 September 2016
Resolved
Provide cartrige style fuse where blade fuse is currently located.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 October 2016
Resolved 4 October 2016
Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System › Remote Pulls
Issued 20 September 2016
Resolved
Provide glass for engine room CO2 pull lever.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 October 2016
Resolved 4 October 2016