01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Vessel must undergo an annual inspection 3 months before or after each anniversary date. Anniversary date January 20. Annual inspection was not conducted within the required time frame. COI issued 20JAN2021 is not valid.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 20 May 2025
Resolution: Conducted inspection issued temp COI.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificate for rating for watchkeeping
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
There must be a sufficient number of Able seafarers or certified persons on board for launching survival craft for abandonment of total number of persons on board. No one on board had a valid US merchant mariner document or credential with a lifeboat endorsement.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 20 May 2025
Resolution: Verified 3 MMC's with lifeboat endorsements.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Other (crew and accommodation)
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Vessels with overnight accommodations for at least 10 individuals of at least 79 ft and required to have a loadline or documented vessel over 500 GRT are required to have surveillance systems & response training. Vessel is 211 ft, required to have load line and 1454 GRT. Cameras not installed.
Cite: 46 USC 4901
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 28 May 2025
Resolution: Verified cameras installed, installer emailed picture of cameras operating and field of vision. Signage posted.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Other (crew and accommodation)
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Display of SASH information in crew berthing areas required. The required posting of information in required areas not present.
Cite: 46 USC 11101
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 20 May 2025
Resolution: Verified info posted.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
All cable for lighting and associated equipment must be checked for proper insulation resistance to ground and between conductors. The insulation for the Helo lighting cables have cracks throughout.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 20 May 2025
Resolution: Breaker tagged out. Helo deck not in service.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Each control valve to branch lines in a CO2 system must be marked to indicate the related space served. Two remote control valves boxes were not marked with the space it served.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 20 May 2025
Resolution: Box labeled.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
There must be at least two lifebuoys, each with attached self-activating smoke signals. The port smoke signal was not attached to the lifebuoy.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 20 May 2025
Resolution: Smoke signal attached.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Before vessel leaves port and at all time of voyage each lifesaving appliance must be in working order and ready for immediate use. Vessel’s lifebuoy’s reflective tape does not meet the requirements in 46 CFR 160.150. and (2) ring buoy light brackets cracked.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 20 May 2025
Resolution: Rings and light brackets replaced.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Public address system
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Each vessel must have an amplifier-type announcing system that will supplement the general emergency alarm. Vessel does not have an operable public address system.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 28 May 2025
Resolution: PA system is operational.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Boundary bulkheads shall be of "A" class construction. The cable penetrations through the bulkhead between machinery spaces are not sealed.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 20 May 2025
Resolution: Penetrations sealed.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
An inspection required whenever any important repairs are undertaken. New hatch installed in the tension machine room and jet pump hatch not sealing. USCG MI required to witness NDT.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 20 May 2025
Resolution: 2 hatches replaced and NDT witnessed.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Plans required for alterations of existing vessels. Dive control shack was removed. No plans available to confirm that it was built to any standard or to confirm it was an existing Portable Accommodation Module. Provide or submit plans for review prior to reinstalling dive control shack.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 28 May 2025
Resolution: CG approved PAM purchased, plans submitted for stability and securing arrangements. Install inspected, tested emergency lighting, fire alarm, and general alarm.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 8 July 2024
Resolved
Vessels over 1000GT are required to have two independently operating fire pumps. Emergency fire pump did not work on emergency power.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 July 2024
Resolution: Witnessed satisfactory testing of fire pump.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 8 July 2024
Resolved
Fire detection panel systems must meet all applicable requirements of sub-chapter H. Fire detection panel had an active trouble alarm.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 July 2024
Resolution: Witnessed normal operation of fire detection panel.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 8 July 2024
Resolved
Electric installations on vessels must ensure protection of passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards. Dive Control Room had a missing "blank" cover on distribution panel.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 July 2024
Resolved 12 July 2024
Resolution: Blank was installed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 8 July 2024
Resolved
Electric installations on vessels must ensure protection of passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards. Vessel has an extension cord installed on the STBD side, forward quarter that needs permanent receptacle installed.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 August 2024
Resolved 12 July 2024
Resolution: Extension cords were removed.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 28 May 2024
Resolved
Vessel must undergo two examinations within any five year period. No more than three years may elapse between any two examinations. Vessel missed Dry Dock and Internal structural examination that was due 31DEC2023. Vessel must receive required inspections prior to working under Certificate of Inspection.
46 cfr 91.40-3
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 8 July 2024
Resolution: Vessel completed DD/ISE on 16AUG2024. See activity 7948113.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 28 May 2024
Resolved
If a vessel is to be constructed, altered, or repaired, the plans, information, and calculations required by this part must be submitted to the OCMI in the zone where the vessel is to be altered or the Marine Safety Center. The vessel has a portable accommodations module (PAM) installed on the back deck of the vessel as defined in CG-ENG Policy Letter No. 01-16 paragraph 5.a.i. The PAM on board has not been certified in accordance with this policy. Correct deficiency prior to use of this portable accommodation.” 46 CFR 127.120
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 8 July 2024
Resolution: Satisfactory
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
All lifesaving appliances and arrangements must be in accordance with subchapter W. Each liferaft or group of liferafts must be arranged for float-free launching. The hydrostatic release units used for float-free arrangements for all liferafts on board were hooked up incorrectly. - 46 CFR Part 90.27-1 / 46 CFR Part 199.130(c)(7) - (17c)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 27 April 2023
Resolved 1 May 2023
Resolution: MI verified life rafts were properly arranged and rigged.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
Vessels assigned a load line, see subchapter E (Load Lines) for closure of openings, etc. Watertight penetration from deck leading to portside of engine space was found leaking water into the space. Make watertight. - 46 CFR Part 92.01-5 – 17c
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 27 April 2023
Resolved 1 May 2023
Resolution: MI verified watertight penetration was re-made watertight.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
Each vessel must meet the applicable requirements in subchapter S of this chapter. For each watertight door which is in a required subdivision bulkhead an indicator must show whether the door is open or closed. Two watertight emergency escape hatch indicators to the machinery space were inoperable. - 46 CFR Part 93.01-1 / 46 CFR Part 170.270 (e) – 17c
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 27 April 2023
Resolved 1 May 2023
Resolution: MI verified watertight door indicators were operational.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
Electrical junction box for tension machine control box has openings and needs to be properly capped off
46CFR111.81-1
(a) The requirements of this subpart apply to each outlet box used with a lighting fixture, wiring device, or similar item, including each separately installed connection and junction box.
(b) An outlet box must be at each outlet, switch, receptacle, or junction point.
(c) Each outlet or junction box must have a cover unless a fixture canopy, switch cover, receptacle cover, or other cover is used.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 11 May 2023
Resolved 1 May 2023
Resolution: MI verified proper repairs were made to junction box.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
All life rings need SOLAS tape
46 CFR 199.10 (b)(6)Resolution A.658(16), Use and Fitting of Retro-reflective Materials on Life-saving Appliances, adopted October 19, 1989; IBR approved for §§ 199.70; 199.176.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 11 May 2023
Resolved 1 May 2023
Resolution: All life rings were properly marked with SOLAS tape.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machinery
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
Walkway above anchor handling wires needs to be rewelded. 46CFR92.25-15 Guards in dangerous places- Suitable hand covers,guards, or rails shall be installed in way of all exposed and dangerous places such as gears, machinery, etc.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 11 May 2023
Resolved 1 May 2023
Resolution: Walk way was rewelded.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
Exhaust piping on generator exhaust system is missing lagging
46CFR58.10-15(c)(2) Where considered necessary, gas turbines and associated exhaust systems shall be suitably insulated or cooled, by means of lagging, water spray, or a combination thereof.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 11 May 2023
Resolved 1 May 2023
Resolution: MI verified lagging was in place.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Lighting (Accommodation)
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
The light guard on the reefer light needs to be replaced.
46CFR111.75-20(b)
(b) Nonemergency and inside-type decorative luminaires in environmentally protected, nonhazardous locations must meet the applicable luminaire-type requirements of ANSI/UL 1598 or IEC 60092–306:2009 (both incorporated by reference; see § 110.10–1 of this subchapter). These luminaires must also meet Clauses 7.4, 8.1, 8.3, 11.2, 13.4, and 17.2 of ANSI/UL 1598A (incorporated by reference; see § 110.10–1 of this subchapter), except in an accommodation space, navigating bridge, gyro room, radio room, galley, or similar space where it is not subject to damage.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 11 May 2023
Resolved 1 May 2023
Resolution: Reefer light guard was replaced.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › SOPEP
Issued 9 March 2022
Resolved
SOPEP plan has to be approved by the Coast Guard. Vessel's SOPEP plan needs new approval letter.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 9 April 2022
Resolved 17 March 2022
Resolution: Received approved SOPEP.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 20 January 2021
Resolved
46cfr58.10-10
All installations shall be of marine type engines suitable for intended service; #2 and #3 Generators had cracked fuel hoses; replace hoses to make suitable for intended service.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 20 January 2021
Resolved 20 January 2021
Resolution: Vsl replaced fuel hoses.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing water-tight doors alarm
Issued 20 January 2021
Resolved
An indicator light must be installed in the pilothouse and show whether the door is open or closed; The generator room escape hatch door indicator switch was removed and not operational; make repairs IAW 170.270(e) to indicate if door is open or closed
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 20 January 2021
Resolved 20 January 2021
Resolution: Vsl welded indicator switch back on hatch.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
At each inspection the marine inspector will determine if fire extinguishing equipment is in suitable condition. CO2 supply piping found severely corroded. 46 CFR 91.25-20(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 March 2020
Resolved 13 February 2020
Resolution: VSL replaced piping.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
Operating generators must provide a continuous and uninterrupted source of powre for the ship's service load under normal operational conditions. All three of the vessel's generators had some mechanical issue and ship's power is occasionally interrupted. 46 CFR 111.10-4
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 March 2020
Resolved 13 February 2020
Resolution: All SSDG operate sat
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
Piping whose temperature exceeds 150 deg. F shall be suitably insulated where necessary to preclude injury to personnel. #3 SSDG had exposed surfaces/piping over 150 deg. F. 46 CFR 56.50-1(k)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 25 February 2020
Resolved 13 February 2020
Resolution: Lagging was installed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
Flywheels shall be provided with adequate covers or guards. Aft jet pump fly wheel is exposed. 46 CFR 58.01-20
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 25 February 2020
Resolved 13 February 2020
Resolution: Guards reinstalled.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
Electric instalations on vessels must ensure maintenance of services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions. #3 SSDG had substantial lube oil leak. 46 CFR 111.01-1
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 March 2020
Resolved 13 February 2020
Resolution: Leak repaired.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
Valves for removing water or impurites from fuel oil systems will be permitted in the machinery space provided such valves are fitted with caps or plugs to prevent leakage. F/O filters found wihthout caps/plugs. 46 CFR 56.50-75(b)(5)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 March 2020
Resolved 13 February 2020
Resolution: Caps provided and installed correctly.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
Electric instalations on vessels must ensure maintenance of services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions. The windings of all SSDGs had substantial oil, grit, grease, and crud buildup. 46 CFR 111.01-1
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 March 2020
Resolved 13 February 2020
Resolution: Windings on all SSDG were serviced.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Fire protection systems
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
Semi-portable extinguishers must be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10. Semi-portable fire extinguisher on O3 deck in need of servicing. 46 CFR 91.25-20(a)(1)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 25 February 2020
Resolved 13 February 2020
Resolution: Hoses on seme portable fire ext. were replaced.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Access/structure
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
All crew spaces are to be arranged in a manner suitable to the purpose for which they are intended. Crew room #3 was being used as a storage space. 46 CFR 92.20-15 & 20
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 March 2020
Resolved 13 February 2020
Resolution: Crew space was cleared out and availabe for crew utilization.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machines/parts
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
Each panelboard must have a non-combustible enclosure. Electrical panels on 01 Deck missing multiple screws. 46 CFR 111.40-5
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 March 2020
Resolved 13 February 2020
Resolution: All hardware installed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Laundry
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
All crew spaces are to be kept in a clean, workable, and sanitary conditon. Discovered water leak over water heater in laundry space.46 CFR 92.20-15
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 March 2020
Resolved 13 February 2020
Resolution: Leak was fixed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
Wires must be in an enclosure. Discovered loose wiring to water heater in laundry space. 111.60-11(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 25 February 2020
Resolved 13 February 2020
Resolution: Wiring was reinstalled iaw applicable regs.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
Openings of the hull shall be made properly watertight. Observed leaking water through seal of aft jet pump. 46 CFR 97.15-20
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 March 2020
Resolved 13 February 2020
Resolution: Pump packing was serviced.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - cracking
Issued 12 October 2018
Resolved
Make repairs to the damaged hull on the port bow, to the satisfaction of the coast guard marine inspector.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 17 October 2018
Resolution: Witnessed completed repairs and NDT air test, all sat.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (auxiliary) › Crosshead Assembly
Issued 29 May 2018
Resolved
Required to have inspection of jet pump and jet pump prime mover after overhaul is completed, prior to operation/use.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 19 July 2018
Resolved 6 May 2019
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › FCC SSL
Issued 31 January 2017
Resolved
Vessel's station certificate expired.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 February 2017
Resolved 9 February 2017
Resolution: Certificate onboard
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 31 January 2017
Resolved
Anchor light inoperable, provide anchor light prior to night time operations
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 January 2017
Resolved 9 February 2017
Resolution: Proper operation of anchor light observed.
Lifesaving › Line-Throwing Appliances › Lines
Issued 31 January 2017
Resolved
Missing 1500ft of messenger line for line throwing impulse canister.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 February 2017
Resolved 9 February 2017
Resolution: 1500 ft of messenger line brought onboard.
Lifesaving › Buoyant Smoke Signals › General
Issued 31 January 2017
Resolved
Provide two bridge bouys with smoke signals.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 February 2017
Resolved 28 March 2017
Resolution: Bridge Bouys with smoke installed.
Lifesaving › Inflatable Liferafts › Not on Board
Issued 29 February 2016
Resolved
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 8 March 2016
Resolution: Inflatable life rafts on board and installed properly
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Fire
Issued 29 February 2016
Resolved
Fire drills not being conducted or logged
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 8 March 2016
Resolution: Fire drills were run and logged
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Marine Sanitation Device, Type III
Issued 29 February 2016
Resolved
Section of piping going to MSD wasted
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 8 March 2016
Resolution: Wasted section of pipe replaced
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Scuttle
Issued 29 February 2016
Resolved
Replace hatch gasket in stbd F/O room
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 8 March 2016
Resolution: Hatch gasket in F/O room replaced
Engineering › Fuel Oil Storage/Transfer System › Valve
Issued 29 February 2016
Resolved
Reach rod for low suction F/O valve needed to be rewelded
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 8 March 2016
Resolution: Reach rod on low suction F/O valve was rewelded
Documentation › Safety Management System › Emergency Drill/Exercise Programs
Issued 29 February 2016
Resolved
Emergency Drills not being logged
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 8 March 2016
Resolution: Emergency drills were run and logged
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Oily Water Separator (15 ppm)
Issued 29 February 2016
Resolved
OWS not working
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 8 March 2016
Resolution: CG inspector witnessed proper operation of OWS