BLUE FIN

The vessel owner or operator must pay the annual vessel inspection fee each year on or before the vessel's user fee anniversary date. User fees for 2022 and 2023 have not been paid. Pay user fees and submit proof of payment to USCG MI.

Each vessel must be equipped with a public address system. Vessel could not demonstrate effective operation of the public address system. Install PA system on the back deck and inside the accommodation area that is operable from the pilothouse.

46 CFR 185.364 On vessels described by 46 CFR 175.110(c), flammable items not otherwise covered by the regulations of this sub chapter, such as rechargeable batteries, including lithium ion batteries utilized for commercial purposes, must be handled, stored, and operated in a way that mitigates the risk of hazardous conditions. Vessel does not have designated charging station for lithium ion batteries nor instructions for passenger and crew storage, charging and use of lithium ion powered devices on board. Provide designated charging station in regularity occupied space and ensure crew and passengers are instructed on appropriate safety measures to avoid hazardous conditions.

46 CFR 185.25-10 Old T The master shall conduct drills and give instructions as necessary to ensure that all crew members are familiar with their duties. MI's were not able to witness drills because crew was not present. Vessel shall conduct drills to the satisfaction of attending USCG Marine Inspector.

Each ungrounded system must be provided with a suitably sensitive ground detection system located at the respective switchboard that provides continuous indication of circuit status to ground with a provision to momentarily remove the indication device from the reference ground. Prove proper operation of ground detection system to the satisfaction of the marine inspector.

Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to: Prevent electrical ignition of electrical vapors. Vessel must secure dead end cable/wiring above fuel tank and in general machinery space to the satisfaction to the Marine Inspector.

At each subsequent inspection for certification all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards and other hazardous situations must be corrected, vsl had a positive reading on the 4 gas meter with CO of 98ppm, in the forward cabin and head spaces. Have Marine Chemist identify locations/cause of problem, repair and test space for presence of CO prior to entry into space.

Where provisions are made for a battery charging system, there must be a natural or induced ventilation sufficient to dissipate the gases generated. STBD battery bank was producing hydrogen gas that was not being vented properly. ventilation was found to be insufficient for crawl space. Install temp ventilation until permanent ventilation sufficient for the space is installed.

Vessel was not issued an FCC Safety Radiotelephony Certificate as required under 47 CFR 80.903.

Post the emergency broadcast Placard iaw 46 CFR 184.506.

Provide U.S. Coast Pilot, CG Light List, Tide Tables and Rules of the Road.

RENEW IST AIDE KIT IAW 46 CFR 160.041.

REPAIR ORGINIAL (OLDER) LIFE FLOAT WERE THE EXTERNAL PROTECTIVE COVER AND INNER FOAM CORE ARE PUNCTURED.

RENEW RETRO-REFLECTIVE MATERIAL TAPE ON 7 APCO HORSE COLLAR TYPE PFDS.

REPLACE DETERIOTATED FUEL AND DRAIN FLEXIBLE HOSES ON GENERATOR. PROVIDE CHAFFING GEAR FOR FUEL HOSE. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: FUEL & DRAIN HOSES

PROVIDE PERSONNEL GUARD FOR STARBOARD SIDE MAIN ENGINE POWER TAKE OFF UNIT PULLEY AND BELT. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Guards for Exposed Hazards

CONDUCT AND LOG FIRE AND MAN OVERBOARD DRILLS.

CONDUCT FIRE AND MAN OVERBOARD DRILLS TO SATISFACTION OF ATTENDING U.S. COAST GUARD INSPECTOR.

Prove proper operation of port and starboard low lube oil pressure alarms.

Make permanent repairs IWO port engine and ships service generator and prove proper operation of all systems to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.

Remove PVC fitting from fuel tank vent pipe.

Mark fuel shutoff valves in accordance with 46 CFR 185.30-20 (old T).

Provide FCC operator license no later than 19MAY00.

Renew fire extinguisher bracket in way of amidship electronic space.

Stow children's lifejackets separately and label storage location properly.

REPLACE LIFE LINES ON LIFE RINGS AND REPLACE GRAB LINES ON THIRD LIFE RING.

REPLACE FLAME SCREENS ON FUEL VENTS.

MARK FUEL SHUT OFF VALVES WITH DIRECTION ARROWS.

PATCH MULTIPLE SMALL TEARS IN BUOYANT APPARATUS.

LABEL CHILD LIFE JACKET COMPARTMENT ON COVER LOCATED OUTBOARD STBD TRANSVERSE BENCH IN CABIN AREA.

REPLACE FIRE HOSE.

INSTALL FLAME SCREEN ON SEWAGE VENT.

POST ALL PAGES OF COI AND STABILITY LETTER.

REPLACE WIRE NUTS ON AC SYSTEM IN FWD CABIN AREA.

RECONSTRUCT AFT HANDRAIL TO MEET THE 30 INCH HIEGHT REQUIREMENT IN 46 CFR_x001C_177.35-1(D) FOR SPORT FISHING VSL.

INSTALL PULLEY GUARD TO SERVICE GENERATOR.

PROVIDE VALID RADIO OPERATORS LICENSE.

INSTALL CORRECT SIZE FLOAT FREE LINK ON LIFEFLOAT.

PROVIDE ONE (1) ADDITIONAL BALL AND DIAMOND DAY SHAPE.

PROCURE AND INSTALL NEW DATED BATTERIES IN WATERLIGTS FOR LIFEJACKETS.

REPLACE OR REPAIR LIFELINES ON TWO (2) RINGBUOYS.

REPAIR OR REPLACE FUEL LINE ON PORT ENGINE.

PROPERLY SECURE 12V BATTERY FOR GENERATOR.

REPAIR GASKET AND DRESS KNIFE EDGE OF ENGINE RM WTD. INSTALL COTTER PINS INHINGES.

REPAIR GASKETS ON HATCHES TO MAIN ENGINES. REPLACE EYE BOLT SECURING DEVICES FOR BOTH AS WELL.