WESTERN FLYER

At each inspection for certification and periodic inspection the marine inspector must conduct such tests and inspections of the main propulsion and auxiliary machinery and of its associated equipment, including the fluid control systems, as they feel necessary to check safe operation. During annual COI inspection the STBD Drive Unit tripped off-line multiple times. Prior to the Carriage of Scientific Personnel prove proper operation of the STBD propulsion system to the satisfaction of the attending CG Marine Inspector. Vessel is permitted to transit directly to home port in St. Petersburg, FL to conduct repairs and inspections.

Test procedure documents must be in a step-by-step or checkoff list format. Each test instruction must specify equipment status, apparatus necessary to perform the tests, safety precautions, safety control and alarm setpoints, the procedure to be followed, and the expected test result. The approved PSTP does not provide procedures to be followed and simulates testing. Submit updated PSTP to MSC for approval.

Each separator must be designed in accordance with the applicable requirements in subchapters F and J of this chapter. The Oily Water Separator is not permanently connected to the electrical system. The system is temporarily plugged into the outlet.

Existing structure arrangements and materials previously approved will be considered satisfactory so long as they are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Minor repairs and alterations may be made to the same standards as the original construction. Structural Fire Protection insulation is missing IWO the 308 generator on STBD side. Replace missing SFP.

Each blank must conform to the design requirements of 104.5.3 of ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see § 56.01-2). The ball valves on port and starboard side were found with out a blank installed and is open to the inboard side of the ship. Install blanks on ball valves where piping is not connected.

At each inspection for certification and periodic inspection, the inspector shall examine the vessel to determine that it meets the vessel design and equipment requirements for pollution prevention in 33 CFR part 155, subpart B. The Watertight door #7 on STBD side has a hydraulic leak.

Means shall be provided for closing all other openings to the space protected from ouside the space. Marine Inspector identified port and stbd ventilation closures not sealing properly. 7/30/24: Temporary seals have been installed. 46 CFR 193.15-35(c)

Piping subject to internal head pressure from oil in the tank must be fitted with positive shutoff vlaves located at the tank. Marine Inspector identified emergency f/o shut-off valves at the day tank not closing properly. 46 CFR 56.50-60(d)

Each hull of a vessel with more than one hull must have at least two means for pumping the bilges in each hull. No multi-hulled vessel may operate unless one of these means is available to pump each bilge. Marine Inspector identified port hull bilge pump is not operational due to piping failure. 46 CFR 56.50-55(e)

Fire detecting, manual alarm, and supervised patrol systems are not required, but if installed, the systems shall meet the applicable requirements of part 76 of Subchapter H (Passenger Vessels) of this chapter. Marine Inspector identified fire detection panel had not been serviced. Identified trouble alarm on the panel. **Required 7 days to find a company that can service panel.** 7/30/24: Service company scheduled to attend the vessel on 12AUG24. 46 CFR 193.05-1

Fire detecting, manual alarm, and supervised patrol systems are not required, but if installed, the systems shall meet the applicable requirements of part 76 of Subchapter H (Passenger Vessels) of this chapter. Heat detectors above both 3408 generators found inoperative. 46 CFR 193.05-1

The CSO or VSO must ensure an audit of the VSP is performed annually, beginning no later than one year from the initial date of approval and attache a letter ot the VSP certifying that the VSP meets the applicable requirements of this part. Vessel had not conducted and annual audit for VSP. 33 CFR 104.415(b)(1)

Vessel security exercises must be conducted at least once each calendar year, with no more than 18 months between exercises. No documentation provided for the last completed security exercise. 33 CFR 104.230(c)(1)

Each section of firehose must bge lined commercial firehose that conforms to Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Standard 19 or Federal Specification ZZ-H-451E. Hose that bears the label of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. as lined firehose is accepted as conforming to this requirement. Marine Inspector identified a pihhole leak in one section of 50' fire hose. Hose replaced in kind and tested satisfactorily. 46 CFR 95.10-10(n)

Fire detecting, manual alarm, and supervised patrol systems are not required, but if installed, the systems shall meet the applicable requirements of part 76 of Subchapter H (Passenger Vessels) of this chapter. Marine Inspector identified one smoke detector inoperative. Detector replaced in kind and tested satisfactorily. 46 CFR 193.05-1

Your vessel must undergo an annual inspection within the 3 months before or after each anniversary date, except as specified in § 189.27-5. The anniversary date on the vessel's COI is 07 February 2023, vessel is overdue for its annual inspection. 46 CFR 189.27-1(a) 17C

Identified wooden plug approximately 2" in diameter in Space 4 Frame 10-12 transducer space top of compartment next to access. Provide plan proposal for repair.

(a)All automatically or remotely controlled or monitored vital systems addressed by part 62 of this subchapter must be subjected to tests and inspections to evaluate the operation and reliability of controls, alarms, safety features, and interlocks. Test procedures must be submitted to the Coast Guard for approval. (b) Persons designated by the owner of the vessel shall conduct all tests and the Design Verification and Periodic Safety tests shall be witnessed by the Coast Guard. (c) Design Verification and Periodic Safety test procedure documents approved by the Coast Guard must be retained aboard the vessel. Provide copies of of approved and completed DVTPs and PSTPs to Coast Guard Sector San Francisco.

Tests must be conducted at periodic intervals specified by the Coast Guard to confirm that vital systems and safety features continue to operate in a safe, reliable manner. Complete approved PSTP in it's entirety by end of the calendar year and provide completed copy to Coast Guard Sector San Francisco.

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Make permanent repairs to leaking port forward fuel tank which has been taken out of service until repairs can be made prior to credit drydock March 2018.

Make port shaft tube available for internal inspection, crop and renew if necessary with the same repair completed on the stbd side prior to credit drydock March 2018.

Submit repair proposal to crop and renew corroded sections of port/stbd aluminum ballast/bilge piping.

Submit repair proposal for corroded section of stbd stern tube and make repairs prior to carrying scientific personnel.

Lock the overboard valve between the interim holding tank (a Type III device) and the thru-hull fitting overboard.

Remove all portable extension cords as a permanent application and properly wire in electrical items intended for permanent use.

Renew both port and stbd local steering control battery banks and prove proper operation.

Documentation of pre-employment testing not kept for entire employment period as required by 46 CFR 16.260. Training conducted. Will maintain tests in the future.

Arrangements not made for post-casualty testing as required by 46 CFR part 16.240. Personnel were not properly trained to conduct drug testing underway.

Employee assistance program statement not posted as required by 46 CFR 16.401.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) hotline phone number not posted as required by 46 CFR part 16.401.

Crewmembers not properly trained prior to assuming safety sensitive positions regarding company’s drug and alcohol policy in accordance with 46 CFR 16.401.

Supervisors had not received 1 hr of Employee Assistance Program (EAP) training as required by 46 CFR part 16.401.

Company does not have a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) name and contact information to make available to employees, per 49 CFR 40.287.

Prove proper operation of bilge system for both hulls, to include suction from all spaces serviced by the system, and operation of all required bilge pumps. Correct to the satisfaction of attending ABS surveyor and prior to departing the port of Pichilingue.

Vessels COI is not valid for voyage from the Port of Pichilingue, MX. Vessel must receive a Permit to Proceed from the USCG prior to departing port.

Prior to departing the port of Pichilingue, MX, submit the following to USCG Sector San Diego for review/approval. Detailed report covering the extent of damage to the the vessel as a result of the grounding.

Prior to departing the port of Pichilingue, MX, submit the following to USCG Sector San Diego for review/approval. Detailed repair proposal addressing temporary/permanent repairs.

Prior to departing the port of Pichilingue, MX, submit the following to USCG Sector San Diego for review/approval. Detailed transit plan.

Prior to departing the port of Pichilingue, MX, submit the following to USCG Sector San Diego for review/approval. Report from the Load Line issuing authority attesting to satisfactory repairs for intended voyage.

Vessel experienced partial flooding on the port side generator space. Vessel is restricted from carrying passengers until proper operation of high water alarms is witnessed by Coast Guard marine inspector.

Replace all lifebuoy waterlights with approved batteries as identified on the waterlights to allow waterlights to sufficiently float above the water. Fax copy of proof of purchase of approved batteries to [phone withheld] by 10/17/05.

Label stowage container for expired hand flares "drill use only" .

Falls must be weight tested after renewal.

Provide signed copies of Ballast Water Management records on board.

Remove and replace fire hose that did not pass hydro test.

Repair as new 4 ring lifebuoys (2 port, 2 stbd main deck).

Found 6 inch crack through transverse deck frame located starboard engine room behind access ladder. Due to unusual construction of vessel have required operator to have Naval architect submit repair proposal. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Transverse Frame

Replace hot water heater pressure temperature relief valve with correctly sized valve. Pressure cannot exceed 100 PSI.

Install valve on PVC air pressure piping penetating watertight bulkheads.

Repair as new bow thruster throttle interlock on port bow thruster controls

Repair as new engineer needs assistance alarm switch in way of bridge.

Post Safe Working Load on motion compensating crane.

PROVIDE UPDATED COMPASS DEVIATION CARD.

VESSEL IS TO BE OPERATED WITH MANNED MACHINERY WATCH UNTIL VITAL AUTOMATIONSYSTEM IS SATISFACTORY PROVEN FOR A MINIMUM OF 90 DAYS. ONE ADDITIONAL PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE MASTER IS REQUIRED TO BE ON BOARD WHEN OPERATING MORE THEN TWELVE (12) HOURS IN ANY TWENTY-FOUR (24) HOURS.