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11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 4 June 2026
Resolved
Each ring life buoy on a vessel must be approved in accordance with § 160.050 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant, including, but not limited to, approval series 160.150. Ring life buoy exterior plug sealing the hollow inner foam core to prevent water from entering is missing making it not as per the subchapter Q approval. Replace ring life buoy by June 8, 2026, to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 180.70(b)(1)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 8 June 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: Replaced ring life buoy with a new one.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 4 June 2026
Resolved
A vessel is inspected for compliance with the standards required by this subchapter. Machinery, equipment, materials, and arrangements not covered by standards in this subchapter may be inspected in accordance with standards acceptable to the cognizant OCMI as good marine practice. Relays located in the engine room for the Fireboy engine automatic shutdown are exposed and tied to a wire loom. Install relays in an approved enclosure to prevent them from being damaged to ensure proper operation of the Fireboy automatic engine shutdown requirement to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 June 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: Relays installed in enclosures on both engines.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 4 June 2026
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. Flying bridge port side under console electrical toggle switches and a box with an electrical gauge are not mounted and are hanging by their electrical cables. Mount these electrical components to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 June 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: Electrical components mounted.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 4 June 2026
Resolved
Each pressure type wire connector and lug must meet UL 486A or other standard specified by the Commandant. The use of twist-on type wire nuts is permitted under the following conditions: (1) The connections must be made within an enclosure and the insulated cap of the connector must be secured to prevent loosening due to vibration; and (2) Twist-on type connectors may not be used for making joints in cables, facilitating a conductor splice, or extending the length of a circuit. Numerous twist-on type connectors throughout the vessel electrical system. Meet the regulation requirement above or remove the twist-on connectors and meet the requirements as described by 46 CFR 183.340(g) to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 June 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: Installed twist-on connectors modified to comply with requirements of 46 CFR 183.340(g).
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 4 June 2026
Resolved
Fuses must be of the cartridge type only and be listed by Underwriters Laboratories or another independent laboratory recognized by the Commandant. Several blade type fuses are installed throughout the vessel electrical system. Replace with UL approved cartridge fuses to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 June 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: UL approved cartridge fuses installed on the vessel.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 4 June 2026
Resolved
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. First-aid kit missing 5 iodine swabs. Provide 5 iodine swabs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 June 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: O/O procured 10 iodine swabs for first aid kit.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for radio personnel
Issued 4 June 2026
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio and Electronic Position Indicating Radiobeacon (EPIRB) installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communications Commission, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. Crew aboard vessel was missing an individual with a valid marine operator permit. Provide in accordance with 47 CFR part 80 to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 June 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: O/O provided proof of the marine operator permit that was not present at time of initial inspection.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 4 June 2026
Resolved
EAP training program: An EAP training program must be conducted for the employer's crewmembers and supervisory personnel. Supervisory personnel must receive at least 60 minutes of training. Captain is in a supervisory position and has not received the required 60-minute training. Provide proof of the training required as described by 16.401(b) to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 16.401(b)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 4 July 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: O/O provided proof that captain had attended 60-minute training.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 4 June 2026
Resolved
EAP education program: Each EAP education program must include at least the following elements: display and distribution of informational material; display and distribution of a community service hot-line telephone number for crewmember assistance, and display and distribution of the employer's policy regarding drug and alcohol use in the workplace. Community service hot-line telephone numbers and company policy regarding drug and alcohol use in the workplace are not posted. Post information as described above to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 16.401(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 4 July 2026
Resolved 24 June 2026
Resolution: EAP hotline numbers were posted in an inconspicuous location.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of Fire protection systems
Issued 4 June 2025
Resolved
A pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system must: (3) Automatically shut down all power ventilation system and all engine that draw intake air from within the protected space. Fireboy for starboard engine room inoperable. Repair or replace fireboy and provide a certified technician service report and demonstrate all shutdowns, alarms, and overrides to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. Operations are prohibited until deficiency is rectified.
46 CFR 181.400(a)(1)
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 9 June 2025
Resolution: Witnessed satisfactory test of Fire Boy system.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Buoyant apparatus
Issued 4 June 2025
Resolved
The equipment required for lifefloats and buoyant apparatus must meet the following specifications:(1) The lifeline and pendants must be as furnished by the manufacturer with the approved life float or buoyant apparatus. Replacement lifelines and pendants must meet the requirements in Subpart 160.010 of this chapter. Pendants must be fitted approximately 450mm (18 in.) apart around the outside of each buoyant apparatus. Each pendant must be at least 6mm (1/4 in.) diameter, at least 3.5m (12ft.) long, secured in the middle, and have a breaking strength of at least 2400 N (540lb.) Each pendant must be made up in a hank, and the hank secured by not more than two turns of light twine. 2/2 buoyant apparatus missing pendants. Affix pendants appropriately to each buoyant apparatus to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 180.175 (f)(1)
46 CFR 160.010-4 (g)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 June 2025
Resolved 9 June 2025
Resolution: Pendants affixed appropriately to each buoyant appartus to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 4 June 2025
Resolved
An EAP training program must be conducted for the employer's crew members and supervisory personnel. Supervisory personnel must receive at least 60 minutes of training. Vessel Captain did not receive supervisory training. Provide a written record of supervisory training conducted for company supervisory personnel to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 16.401(b)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 4 July 2025
Resolved 9 June 2025
Resolution: Written record provided to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Stowage and provision of liferafts
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
The float-free link required by § 180.130(a)(1) must be:(1) Certified to meet § 160.073 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant. Float-free link for the stbd life float not a 160.073 certified link. Replace float-free link for the stbd life float with certified link meeting 160.073. Vessel passenger carriage restricted to 30 total number of persons permitted on board until issue is resolved to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 180.137(b)(1)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 26 June 2024
Resolution: Confiremed float-free link for the stbd life float was 160.073 certified link and for the correct size; all sat.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Stowage and provision of liferafts
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
Painter. The painter must:(i) Be of at least 30.5 meters (100 feet) in length, but not less than 3 times the distance between the deck where the life float or buoyant apparatus it serves is stowed and the lowest load waterline of the vessel. Life float painter was less than 100 feet. Provide 100 at least 100 feet of synthetic line that is of a dark color or is of a type certified to be resistant to deterioration from ultraviolet light. Vessel passenger carriage restricted to 30 total number of persons permitted on board until issue is resolved to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 180.175(f)(3)(ii)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 26 June 2024
Resolution: Life float painter is 110 feet; all sat.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the International and Inland Navigation Rules. Vessel's two all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being red and the lower white as described by navigation rule in 33 CFR 83.26(c)(i); not illuminating. Repair lights and prove proper operation to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. Vessel restricted to day light fishing using day shape prescribed by this Rule.
46 CFR 183.420
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 26 June 2024
Resolution: Observed the vessel's two all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being red and the lower white as described by navigation rule in 33 CFR 83.26(c)(i) were illuminating; all sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
A submersible electric bilge pump may be used as a power bilge pump required by Table 182.520(a) only on a vessel of not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length carrying not more than 49 passengers, other than a ferry, provided that:(1) The pump is listed by an independent laboratory as meeting the requirements in UL 1113. Vessel submersible electric bilge pumps are not UL 1113 approved. Replace pumps with UL 1113 approved pumps or meet Old T bilge pumping arrangements described in 46 CFR 182.25-10 to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 182.520(e)(1)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 3 July 2024
Resolved 26 June 2024
Resolution: Confirmed the new submersible electric bilge pumps are UL 1113 approved and witnessed operation; all sat.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
When the flexible section is a nonconductor of electricity, the metallic sections of the filling pipe separated thereby shall be joined by a conductor for protection against static spark when filling. Both port and stbd filling pipe flexible section are missing the conductor for protection against static spark. Provide conductor for protection against static spark to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 182.15-30(d)
(Old T)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 June 2024
Resolved 20 June 2024
Resolution: Received photgraph from vessel rep of bonding cable for fuel fill installed; all sat. Uploaded photographs.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
A battery charger intended for connection to a commercial supply voltage shall employ a transformer of the isolating type. An ammeter that is readily visible shall be included in the battery charger circuit. Installed battery chargers on board the vessel are missing ammeters. Install ammeters or replace battery chargers with models with a built-in ammeter to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 183.05-20(f)
(Old T)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 June 2024
Resolved 20 June 2024
Resolution: Received photgraph from vessel rep of battery charger with an ammeter installed; all sat. Uploaded photograph.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
Flexible or portable cords such as SO, STO, and similar types cannot be used for permanently installed wiring. Portable cord used for extending a circuit to provide power to surge protector device. Remove portable cord and plug surge protector device directly into the outlet or permanently wire to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
183.10-20(a)(2)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 June 2024
Resolved 26 June 2024
Resolution: Portable cord used for extending a circuit to provide power to surge protector device removed; all sat.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
Batteries shall be so located that the gas generated in charging will be easily dissipated by natural or induced
ventilation. Batteries should not be located in the same compartment with a gasoline tank or gasoline engine, but
where location elsewhere is impracticable, they shall be effectively screened by a cage or similar structure
to minimize the danger of accidental spark through dropping a metal object across terminals. Battery under ladder leading to forward compartment missing battery box cover. Provide proper battery box cover to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 183.05-20(a)
Old T
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 June 2024
Resolved 9 July 2024
Resolution: Received email from vessel rep with photograph of the new battery boxes; all sat.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
This part is intended to provide a minimum standard of regulations for electrical installations and equipment
that will result in a vessel that is reasonably safe from fire caused by and/or originating in electrical equipment, and reasonably safe from electrical shock of personnel. Fuse located on the stbd forward engine room bulkhead, single stud terminal block, and all wire terminal blocks missing protective covers. Install protective covers to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 183.01-5
Old T
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 June 2024
Resolved 20 June 2024
Resolution: Received photgraph from vessel rep of terminal covers for fuses and terminal blocks installed; all sat. Uploaded photographs.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
Vapor barriers. Vapor barriers must be provided where insulation of any type is used in spaces where flammable and combustible liquids or vapors are present, such as machinery spaces and paint lockers. Cable penetrating the forward engine room bulkhead above the Fireboy cylinder is not vapor tight. Make vapor tight to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 177.405(e)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 June 2024
Resolved 20 June 2024
Resolution: Received photgraph from vessel rep of the forward engine compartment wire penetration sealed; all sat. Uploaded photograph.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
Each hatch exposed to the weather must be watertight; except that, the following hatches may be weather tight:(1) Each hatch on a watertight trunk that extends at least 12 inches (30.5 centimeters) above the weather deck.(2) Each hatch in a cabin top.(3) Each hatch on a vessel that operates only on protected waters. Vessel route is Limited Coastwise. All deck watertight hatch gaskets are wasted allowing water into the interior of the vessel. Replace gaskets and test watertightness tot eh satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 171.124(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 June 2024
Resolved 20 June 2024
Resolution: Received photgraph from vessel rep of the deck watertight hatches with new gaskets installed; all sat. Uploaded photographs.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
This part is intended to provide a minimum standard of regulations for electrical installations and equipment
that will result in a vessel that is reasonably safe from fire caused by and/or originating in electrical equipment, and reasonably safe from electrical shock of personnel. Numerous dead end cables throughout the vessel. Permanently remove or encapsulate with electrical tape to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 183.01-5
(Old T)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 June 2024
Resolved 26 June 2024
Resolution: Received email with photographs with the dead end cables encapsulated with electrical tape.
14 - Pollution Prevention › 144 - MARPOL Annex IV (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › Sewage discharge connection
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
A vessel with installed toilet facilities must have a marine sanitation device that complies with 33 CFR part 159. Secure sewage valve in a manner which prevents discharge of treated or untreated sewage by one of the acceptable methods described by 33 CFR 159.7(b) to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 184.704
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 June 2024
Resolved 26 June 2024
Resolution: Observed the ovbd sewage valve secured by wire tie; all sat.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards, and other hazardous situations must be corrected. 1) Remove all oils, lubricants, and paints from the vessel. Only minimum quantities of oil and lubricates essential for daily operations can remain on board; 2) Remove all excess gear and equipment being stored on board that is not essential for daily operations; 3) Secure for sea all equipment and supplies remaining aboard to prevent their shifting while the vessel is at sea. To the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 176.830(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 June 2024
Resolved 26 June 2024
Resolution: bserved all oils, lubricants, and paints from the vessel not essential for daily operations were removed, all excess gear and equipment being stored on board was removed, and all equipment and supplies remaining aboard to prevent their shifting while the
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
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. The rails on the periphery of the deck fasteners holding power has degraded making the rails subject to excessive deflection. Renew the periphery deck rail fasteners to make the rails strength as designed and constructed to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 176.830(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 3 July 2024
Resolved 25 July 2024
Resolution: Attended vessel and inspected railings deflection and mounting hardware; all sat.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 3 June 2024
Resolved
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. Welds on sections of the rails on the periphery of the deck are cracked. Reweld to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 176.830(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 3 July 2024
Resolved 26 June 2024
Resolution: Section of rail welds on the periphery of the deck that were cracked are repaired; all sat.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 3 May 2023
Resolved
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 spaces. Bow and stern compartment high water alarm and lights not operational. Demonstrate operation to attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 182.530(a)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 4 May 2023
Resolution: All high level alarms are operational.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 3 May 2023
Resolved
The OCMI may require the vessel to get underway. Get underway in presence of marine inspector to conduct drills.
46 CFR 176.404(a)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 4 May 2023
Resolution: Dills conducted satisfactory.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Stowage and provision of liferafts
Issued 10 May 2022
Resolved
Each life float must be fitted with a lifeline, pendants, two paddles, a painter, and a light. One paddle is missing for one LF. Paddles are not lashed to LF. Floating waterlights not fitted with at least 18 feet of line and not attached around the body of LF. Float-free links are missing identification tags. Route restricted to not more than 3 miles from shore.
46CFR180.175(d)
46CFR180.137(b)(2)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 May 2022
Resolved 13 May 2022
Resolution: LF's are outfitted correctly; paddles lashed, line replaced on waterlights and installed around body, and new float-free links installed w/ tag.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 10 May 2022
Resolved
A vessel on a limited coastwise route must carry- six hand red flare and six hand orange smoke distress signals. 2 red flare and 3 orange smoke distress signals are expired. Route restricted to lakes, bays, and sound.
46CFR180.68(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 May 2022
Resolved 13 May 2022
Resolution: Vessel replaced all expired flares w/ new.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 10 May 2022
Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit approved under approval series 160.041 or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. Medications are expired.
46CFR184.710
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 May 2022
Resolved 13 May 2022
Resolution: New first-aid kit purchased.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Chemical testing of personnel must be conducted as required by this subpart and in accordance with the procedures detailed in 49 CFR part 40. Vessel's O/O was unable to provide evidence of DAPI program documentation. Provide satisfactory evidence of a chemical testing program.
46 CFR 16.201(a)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 9 July 2021
Resolved 7 July 2021
Resolution: Vessel rep provided satisfactory evidence of a chemical testing program and all associated documentation.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
A pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system must: Be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Several holes between engine room and adjacent fwd and aft compartments allow fixed fire extinguishing medium to communicate through bulkhead. Make vapor tight to ensure quantity of extinguisher is sufficient.
46 CFR 181.420 (a)(4)
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 9 July 2021
Resolved 7 July 2021
Resolution: Bulkhead was made vaportight. All holes sealed satisfactory.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
This part is intended to provide a minimum standard of regulations for electrical installations and equipment that will result in a vessel that is reasonably safe from electrical shock of personnel. Electrical wiring over stbd engine has several exposed and dead end wires. Properly renew or cover wires to prevent potential shock or fire hazards.
46 CFR 183.01-5
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 9 July 2021
Resolved 21 June 2021
Resolution: All electrical dead end wiring was removed.
14 - Pollution Prevention › 144 - MARPOL Annex IV (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › Sewage discharge connection
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
When operating a vessel on a body of water where the discharge of untreated sewage is prohibited, the operator must secure each Type III device in a manner which prevents discharge of sewage. Acceptable methods include - (1) closing each valve and removing the handle; (2) padlocking each valve in the closed position; (3) Using a non-releasable wire tie to hold each valve in the closed position. Vessel’s MSD system was not secured to prevent discharge. Secure to the satisfaction of attending Marine Inspector.
33 CFR 159.7 (c)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 9 July 2021
Resolved 21 June 2021
Resolution: Vessel installed a lock to prevent discharge of sewage.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Each life float shall be fitted with a life line and shall be equipped with two paddles, a water light and a painter. Vessel's Stbd side life float life line was deteriorated. Replace life line.
46 CFR 180.15-1(a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 July 2021
Resolved 21 June 2021
Resolution: Vessel replaced worn lifeline on life float.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
Each survival craft must be: Stowed so that when the vessel sinks the survival craft floats free. Vessel’s life floats were secured to the vessel in a non-float free arrangement, with lights detached. Properly stow life float so that the survival craft floats free with lights attached.
46 CFR 180.130(a)(2)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 8 June 2021
Resolution: Life float arrangement set up correctly.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 8 June 2021
Resolved
A hatch cover must have securing devices and be attached to the hatch frame or coaming by hinges, captive chains, or other devices of substantial strength to prevent its loss. Provide hatch cover securing device for forward watertight hatch.
46 CFR 179.360
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 8 June 2021
Resolution: Hatch cover secured properly.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks
Issued 17 June 2020
Resolved
An internal structural examination consists of a complete examination of the vessel's voids and ballast, cargo, and fuel oil tanks. Vessel has significant build up on independent fuel tanks which when one area was cleaned, revealed significant pitting. Clean vessels fuel tanks for re-inspection.
46 CFR 176.610 (b)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 17 June 2020
Resolved 21 March 2021
Resolution: Vessel installed new fuel tanks.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-corrosion
Issued 17 June 2020
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the structural design requirements of one of the standards listed. Vessels longitudinal support under gunwales has significant angel hair rot. Submit repair proposal to satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 24 June 2020
Resolution: rot removed and good wood preserved.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-op. damage
Issued 17 June 2020
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the structural design requirements of one of the standards listed. Vessels has 4" x 4" longitudinal support beam in rudder room that is rotten. Repair as discussed.
46 CFR 177.300
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 24 June 2020
Resolution: Vessel replaced in kind.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 17 June 2020
Resolved
Deck rails must be designed and constructed to withstand a point load of 200 pounds applied at any point in any direction. Fractured welds on fwd railing stanchions.
46 CFR 177.900 (b)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 17 June 2020
Resolved 10 November 2020
Resolution: Repaired sat.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkheads - operational damage
Issued 17 June 2020
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the structural design requirements of one of the standards listed. Area of angel hair wood rot found on port stbd side engine room. Repair as discussed.
46 CFR 177.300
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 17 July 2020
Resolved 24 June 2020
Resolution: Repaired angel hair rot.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Sanitary Facilities
Issued 15 June 2020
Resolved
No person may operate any vessel equipped with installed toilet facilities unless it is equipped with an operable Type II or III device. Sewage was being drained into holding tank via an unsecured pipe. Install air-tight and watertight connection between drainage pipe from toilet and holding tank.
33 CFR 159.7(a)(1)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 July 2020
Resolved 26 March 2021
Resolution: Installation sat.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 15 June 2020
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to minimize electrical hazards. Decommissioned generator in engine compartment was electrically connected to ship. Disconnect generator from vessel's electric circuits.
46 CFR 183.200
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 July 2020
Resolved 17 June 2020
Resolution: Vessel disconnected generator from electrical circuit.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 15 June 2020
Resolved
Vessels operated solely within 20 nautical miles of land must be equipped with a VHF-DSC radiotelephone installation meeting the requirements of § 80.1101(c)(2). VHF radio missing MMSI and LAT/LONG for DSC operation.
47 CFR 80.905(1)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 July 2020
Resolved 21 March 2021
Resolution: Vessel input MMSI
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 15 June 2020
Resolved
Any vessel of at least five net tons which engages in coastwise trade must have a Certificate of Documentation bearing a valid endorsement. Vessel is in the process of being sold, COD submitted as part of sale. Provide valid COD.
46 CFR 67.7
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 July 2020
Resolved 21 March 2021
Resolution: Vessel provided COD
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 15 June 2020
Resolved
The OCMI may require the vessel to get underway. Get underway in presence of marine inspector to conduct drills following drydock.
46 CFR 176.404 (a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 July 2020
Resolved 11 May 2021
Resolution: Vessel completed drills after extensive in water repairs.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 7 October 2019
Resolved
A pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system must: automatically shut down all engines that draw intake air from within the protected space. Stbd MDE restarted with fireboy simulated activated and override switch not engaged.
46 CFR 181.420 (a)(3)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 8 October 2019
Resolved 8 October 2019
Resolution: Tested satisfactory
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks
Issued 7 October 2019
Resolved
Nozzles, flanges and other fittings for pipe connections shall be welded or brazed to the tank. Stbd center fuel tank vent pipe corroded and broken off at tank top.
46 CFR 182.20-25 (a)(5)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 8 October 2019
Resolved 8 October 2019
Resolution: Vessel cleaned threaded connection, repalced nipple, and reattached vent hose.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire-dampers
Issued 7 October 2019
Resolved
Provision shall be made by means of plugs, covers, etc. to percent admission of air into the space. Plugs for engine room ventilation corroded through allowing passage of air.
46 CFR 181.20-35 (a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 21 October 2019
Resolved 8 October 2019
Resolution: Renewed plugs.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 7 October 2019
Resolved
All connections shall be made to the battery terminals with permanent type connectors. Connections on batteries made with non permanent connectors.
46 CFR 183.05-20 (c)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 7 November 2019
Resolved 8 October 2019
Resolution: Installed permanent connectors
14 - Pollution Prevention › 145 - MARPOL Annex V › Placards
Issued 7 October 2019
Resolved
The master of a ship shall ensure that one or more placards meeting the requirements of this section are displayed in prominent locations. Garbage placard on vessel torn and unservicable.
33 CFR 151.59 (a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 7 November 2019
Resolved 8 October 2019
Resolution: Renewed placard
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 7 October 2019
Resolved
All machinery must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection against fire, explosion, machinery failure and personnel injury. Flexible hose on port reduction gear oil cooling line deteriorated. Replace in kind.
46 CFR 182.01-5 (a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 7 November 2019
Resolved 10 October 2019
Resolution: New hose installed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 7 October 2019
Resolved
A pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system must: Be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 3" hole between engine room and head allow fixed fire extinguishing medium to communicate through bulkhead. Make vapor tight to ensure quantity of extinguisher is sufficient.
46 CFR 181.420 (a)(4)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 7 November 2019
Resolved 8 October 2019
Resolution: Plugged hole
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 7 October 2019
Resolved
The OCMI may require the vessel to get underway. Get underway in presence of marine inspector to conduct drills.
46 CFR 176.404 (a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 November 2019
Resolved 8 October 2019
Resolution: Conducted satisfactory drills
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 29 October 2018
Resolved
Provide individual visual alarm for each unmanned spaces with high level bilge alarm. A visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level in each of unmanned spaces.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 28 November 2018
Resolution: Witnessed satisfactory testing of individual bilge high level alarms.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 29 October 2018
Resolved
Replace worn upper bearings for port and stbd rudder posts. A vessel must be provided with a main steering gear that is of adequate strength and capable of steering the vessel at all service speeds.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 13 November 2018
Resolution: Both upper steering bearings replaced.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - cracking
Issued 29 October 2018
Resolved
Repair fracture on stbd aft corner above lazarette. The weather deck on a flush deck vessel must be watertight.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 28 November 2018
Resolution: Verified repairs to fracture on deck.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - cracking
Issued 29 October 2018
Resolved
Repair fracture on port overboard drainage above aft portion of steering compartment. The weather deck on a flush deck vessel must be watertight.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 28 November 2018
Resolution: Verified repairs to fracture on deck.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 29 October 2018
Resolved
Secure fuel lines in lazarette and steering compartments. Fuel lines must be effectively secured against excessive movement and vibration by the use of soft nonferrous metal straps which have no sharp edges
and are insulated to protect against corrosion.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 29 October 2018
Resolution: All fuel lines secured.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 29 October 2018
Resolved
Vessel was 11 days past due for their annual inspection.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 29 October 2018
Resolved 29 October 2018
Resolution: Rectified on this day. Referred to ENF/LOW.
Communications › Radio Communications › EPIRB
Issued 18 July 2017
Resolved
Update EPIRB registration call sign to reflect call sign shown on FCC Radio Safety Telephony Certificate and USCG Certification of Documentation.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 August 2017
Resolved 2 August 2017
Resolution: EPIRB Registration updated.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Seal
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Conduct maintenance to stop excessive oil leaks on main diesel engines.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 August 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Vessel operator changed adjusted several gaskets and re-tightened bolts on engine. Witnessed engine operation for 1 hour with no leaks noted. All sat.
Documentation › Markings/Placards › Lifejacket Placard
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Mount life jacket donning placards for the type of life vests kept onboard. Mounted placards depict a different brand/type of life jacket than the life jackets stowed onboard.
Condition: Improper Installation
Due 18 August 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Verified proper donning placards were mounted onboard, and improper placards were removed.
Documentation › Logs/Records › Drug Test Records
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Update drug and alcohol policy to identify who the company DER is, and what their role/responsibilities are.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 July 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Received letter from consortium identifying company owner as the DER with the owner's brother as the back-up DER. Letter also outlined DER responsibilities. Copy of letter was added to vessel's DAPI policy.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Stability Letter
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Post stability letter dated 11/04/2009 in addition to the stability addendum issued by Sector Honolulu in 2012.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 July 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Email owner copy of Stability letter 11/04/2009. Verified copy posted onboard with the 2012 Stability letter addendum.
Operations/Management › Navigation Safety › Carriage of Charts and Publications
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Provide current and updated navigational charts and other required navigational publications such as U.S Coast Pilot, USCG Light List, etc for the area vessel operates.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 July 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Verified updated charts and pubs were onboard.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Medical/First Aid › Medicine Chest
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Provide instructions list for items in first aid kit.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 August 2016
Resolved 16 August 2016
Resolution: First Aid Kit Sat-verified on DD inspection
Fire Fighting › Portable Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher › Mounting Bracket
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Provide USCG approved bracket for fire extinguisher located on open bridge.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 August 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Verified approved bracket was installed for extinguisher on open bridge.
Operations/Management › Bilge/Bilge System Management › Control of Oil Mixtures
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Remove diesel fuel and lube oil from bilges in engine room and void space aft of engine room.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 August 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Verified bilges were clean/dry.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Pump
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Clean oil/fuel from submersible bilge pumps and demonstrate proper operation of pumps.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 August 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Verified pumps were clean and witnessed proper operation of each installed submersible bilge pump and associated visual indicator on bridge.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Pump
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Permanently mount all submersible bilge pumps, and ensure discharge hoses are properly supported.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 August 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Verified all submersible bilge pumps were properly mounted and dishcarge hoses were supported.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Replace missing lagging/insulation on port main diesel engine exhaust pipe.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 August 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Verified exhaust pipe connected to port main diesel engine was properly insulated/covered.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Float-free Link
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Provide new weak link for PORT lifefloat.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 August 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Verified new weak link installed and properly rated.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Conductor
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Isolate positive battery cables from steel frames/engine parts.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 August 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Verified positive battery cables were isolated/protected from chaffing (where visible) from contact with steel frames and engine parts.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Ensure collision bulkhead is properly sealed/water tight by completion of upcoming dry dock in Aug 2016.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 August 2016
Resolved 16 August 2016
Resolution: Verified bulkhead was sealed during DD inspection
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Ensure both hatches up forward leading down into the forward storage rooms are made watertight and has securing devices attaching the hatch to the hatch frame/coaming by completion of dry dock in Aug 2016
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 August 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Witnessed hose test of repairs to both foward hatches. No water intrusion noted. All sat.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Provide means to make hatch for void aft of engine room watertight by completion of upcoming dry dock in Aug 2016.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 August 2016
Resolved 29 December 2016
Resolution: Vessel installed new watertight hatch during 2016 credit dry dock. Witnessed hose test of hatch. No leaks detected all sat.
Operations/Management › Bilge/Bilge System Management › Control of Excess Water
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Provide visual indicator at the vessel operating station for the high level bilge alarm
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 August 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Verified light installed and operated when high level bilge alarm was initiated.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Charger
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Reconnect STBD alternator to provide power to vessel DC loads and charge house battery bank IAW USCG approved one-line diagram. Ensure alternator is properly rated to simultaneously provide power to house loads and charge house batteries.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 September 2016
Resolved 29 December 2016
Resolution: Vessel reconnected STBD alternator, but made changes to their DC power distribution system. Upgraded to a 170 amp alternator, upgraded feeder sizes and overcurrent protection sizes. Verified conductor and fuse sizes. New alternator can handle vessel load.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Transverse Frame
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Repair busted/fractured transverse deck beams in fuel tank space. Beams are located FWD-to-MID STBD side at the hull-to-deck joint where the transverse beams bolt into the longitudinal frames on the side shell.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 August 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Attended vessel and inspected repairs. Owner replaced both fractured beams on STBD side of fuel tank space.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Transverse Frame
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Remove rusted/corroded bolts for inspection at deck-to-hull joints in each compartment at upcoming dry dock in August 2016. Replace all severely corroded bolts.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 August 2016
Resolved 16 August 2016
Resolution: approximately 20 new bolts added, old bolts still intact. verified on DD.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Deck Rail
Issued 18 July 2016
Resolved
Remove loose lag bolts in rail stanchion base for loose stanchion located STBD side outboard of the pilot house at upcoming dry dock in August 2016. Inspect wood in way of lag bolts and make necessary repairs to ensure rail is of adequate strength and deck is sealed to prevent water intrusion.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 August 2016
Resolved 29 July 2016
Resolution: Verified rail stanchion was tightened, and repair was properly sealed.