Records from 1999 to 2010. Most recent: inspection, 23 September 2010.
Inspection history · 34
23 September 2010
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3855550
16 July 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3540526
29 September 2008
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3334628
23 September 2008
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 3331048
20 September 2008
PII Safety Exam · Ballast Water Examination · ISPS II Exam
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3328692
9 July 2008
Random ISPS/MTSA/PSC
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3262391
16 June 2008
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3222814
5 June 2008
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3228061
29 May 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3221714
29 October 2007
NPV Safety Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3089447
24 October 2007
ISPS II Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3086297
31 May 2007
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2947728
26 May 2007
Ballast Water Examination · ISPS II Exam · PII Safety Exam
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2940851
10 May 2006
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2645807
31 March 2006
Spot Check · Random ISPS/MTSA/PSC
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2610338
12 December 2005
Ballast Water Examination · ISPS II Exam · Random ISPS/MTSA/PSC
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2549982
8 December 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2548309
29 June 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2407527
15 June 2005
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2391820
8 February 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCG Southwest District (dpw) · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 2289338
3 February 2005
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO SAN FRANCISCO BAY · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 2285920
3 February 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO SAN FRANCISCO BAY · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 2286330
24 May 2004
MTSA/ISPS Verification
Physical examination · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2077174
21 May 2004
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2066435
28 March 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2032942
29 September 2003
Ballast Water Examination · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1916122
13 October 2002
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1693774
13 October 2002
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1705034
7 October 2002
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1681484
13 May 2002
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1633732
31 January 2002
Passenger/Freight Vessel Examination
Physical examination · MSO Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1481481
4 May 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment Kenai · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 289800
24 January 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 286424
26 November 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO SAN JUAN · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 435245
Lifesaving › Lifeboat Equipment › Food Ration
Issued 20 September 2008
Resolved
Missing one ration and had four other rations that were unserviceable, total of 5 per boat, in each the port and stbd LB. Vsl to provide proof of purchase to USCG and have on board ten new food rations prior to departure.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 20 September 2008
Resolution: While PSCO were on bard vsl, ten new food rations were delivered to vsl.
Lifesaving › Line-Throwing Appliances › Projectiles
Issued 20 September 2008
Resolved
Vsl is equipped with four devices. However three of which were found to be expired (Aug 2008). Vsl to provide USCG with purchase invoice and proof of receipt of three new devices. NOTE: see narrative for correction action.
Action required: 15 - Rectify deficiencies by next port
Resolved 23 September 2008
Resolution: Received fax and statement from Master.
Lifesaving › Lifeboat › Watertight Enclosure
Issued 20 September 2008
Resolved
Port and stbd LB forward hatch on vsl canopy are not water tight. Area of concern was IVO hatch hinges, noted stbd boat hatch was in worse condition than port boat. Class to attest to watertight integrity of hatch covers. SOLAS 74/78 amended (1997 ed) Ch III/43
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 4 October 2008
Resolved 1 July 2009
Resolution: Received class report attesting to repairs and inspection of life boats.
Engineering › Freshwater System (cylinder head cooling) › Drainage
Issued 20 September 2008
Resolved
Number 6 cylinder has steady trickle of jacket water cooling at the top of cylinder. Vsl crew currently renewing o-ring seal. Class to attest to proper repairs to cylinder number 6. SOLAS 74/78 amended (04 ed) Ch I/11
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 4 October 2008
Resolved 1 July 2009
Resolution: Received class report attesting to repairs and inspection of jacket water leak.
Engineering › Steam System (auxiliary) › Piping
Issued 20 September 2008
Resolved
Steam leak observed IVO lube oil pump lower engine room level. Chief Engineer stated that it was a pin head puncture hole in pipe and needed to be welded. Class to attest to proper repairs. SOLAS 74/78 amended (04 ed) Ch I/11
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 4 October 2008
Resolved 1 July 2009
Resolution: Received class report attesting to repairs and inspection of steam leak.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Door
Issued 20 September 2008
Resolved
Exterior door leading from machinery space to deck B is unable to be secured completely, not weather tight. Door also has small hole drilled through door and adjacent bulkhead. Class to attest to proper repairs and ensure weather tightness of door and super structure. ILLC 66 II/12
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 4 October 2008
Resolved 1 July 2009
Resolution: Received class report attesting to repairs and inspection of door.
Fire Fighting › Firemans Outfit › Protective Clothing
Issued 9 July 2008
Resolved
74SOLAS (2004Cons) II-2/14 (all ships) Fireman's suits are ripped,torn, and holed therefore unsatisfactory to provide adequate protection from fighting a fire. See attached for b for more information page 2/3 code 0735.To the satisfaction of The USCG, RO, Administraion, and Class.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 July 2008
Resolution: New fire suits were brought aboard vessel and attested to by Class.
Personnel › Manning/Qualifications › Minimum Safe Manning
Issued 9 July 2008
Resolved
74SOLAS (2004 Cons) XI/ 14 (all ships) 02 Seamen are not onboard as required as per Minimum Safe Manning Certificate. See attached form B page 4 code 0230. To the satisfaction of The USCG, RO, and Administraion.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 July 2008
Resolution: Flag dispensation issued to vessel to sail as is and attested to by Class.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Fire
Issued 9 July 2008
Resolved
74SOLAS (2004 Cons) XI-1/4 Crew failed to demonstrate a proper fire drill. Crew members were unfamiliar with their duties during a fire drill. See attached form b page 2 code 2020.To the satisfaction of the USCG and Class.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 July 2008
Resolution: Training was carried out by captain and two drills were carried out to the satisfaction of Class.
Fire Fighting › Miscellaneous Items › A Class Division Penetrations
Issued 9 July 2008
Resolved
74 SOLAS (2004 Cons) II-2/ 14.2.1.1.1 The self closing fire door in the main vertical zone leading from D to E deck is unable to close properly. Make repairs and prove proper operation to the satisfaction of class.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 July 2008
Resolution: Received Class report attesting to the proper operation of the fire door.
Lifesaving › Lifeboat › Watertight Enclosure
Issued 9 July 2008
Resolved
74SOLAS (2004 Cons) III/20.2 The self lowering devices for both the port and starboard life boats have been removed, and their through canopy fittings stuffed with rags. Make repairs and prove proper operation to the satisfaction of class.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 July 2008
Resolution: Received class report attesting to repairs and proper operation of self lowering devices.
Deck/Cargo › Holds/Tanks › Hatch Cover
Issued 9 July 2008
Resolved
ILLC66Annex I/16 The gasket for cargo hold hatch cover #1 after port side was found fowled and warped. Class to attest to proper repairs and weather tight integrity of hatch cover.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 July 2008
Resolution: Received Class report attesting to repairs and weather tight integrity.
Lifesaving › Emergency Outfit › Breathing Apparatus
Issued 9 July 2008
Resolved
74SOLAS (2004 Cons) I/11 74SOLAS (2004Cons) II-2/14 The emergency escape breathing device located on A deck was found on station half full. Provide fully charged EEBD, as indicated on fire control plan, ready for use to the satisfaction of class.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 July 2008
Resolution: New EEBD supplied and attested to by Class.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Guards for Exposed Hazards
Issued 9 July 2008
Resolved
ILLC 66 Annex I/25.4 The railings fitted for crew protection at the cargo hold observation platforms in hold #4 starboard and hold #1 port were found to be broken, bent, or missing. Make proper repairs to the satisfaction of class.
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 12 July 2008
Resolution: New railings have been cropped and fitted
Lifesaving › Inflatable Liferafts › Markings
Issued 9 July 2008
Resolved
74 SOLAS (1992 Cons) III.39.13.3&5 USCG PSCO's found that the port and STBD life raft containers were not marked with the # of persons permitted nor the type of emergency pack enclosed. Additionally the lifeboats were not marked with the name and port of registry on each side of the bow nor were they marked so that the number of the lifeboats are visible from above. Mark to the satisfaction of cla
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 12 July 2008
Resolution: Proper marking of liferaft attested to by Class.
Deck/Cargo › Mooring/Anchoring › Winch
Issued 5 June 2008
Resolved
Vessel's port anchor windlass is inoperable.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 16 June 2008
Resolved 16 June 2008
Resolution: Received class report from ABS stating that the windlass has been repaired, tested, and found to be satisfactory.