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BRAVO
BRAVO is a 1976 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 20 inspections since 2016, most recently in March 2026, along with 85 deficiencies, 5 operational controls and 3 casualty investigations between 2004 and 2016.
Records from 2004 to 2026. Most recent: operational control imposed, 5 March 2026.
- Built
- 1976
- Last inspected
- 5 March 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 85 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 3 investigations · 2004–2016
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Coast Guard record current through 23 August 2026, retrieved 5 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Passenger Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 2016.
Inspection record
Last inspected
5 March 2026
…with no type recorded2
Deficiencies
85 recorded · 0
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
11 calendar years (2016–2026)
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded.
A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a
deficiency is outstanding. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record
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Identity
572922
WDL4230
48718
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-48718
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)42.1 ft × 14.2 ft × 6.3 ft
Registered tonnagegross 26 / net 21
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderDELTA MARINE INDUSTRIES · SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES · built 1976
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portSAN FRANCISCO, CA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 6 November 2025 · expires 31 December 2026
Service, as the file records itPassenger (Inspected)
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it26 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
21 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
21 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
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20 inspections, each with its date, unit and type; 85 deficiencies with the resolution recorded against each; 5 operational controls with the dates imposed and removed; 1 other recorded name, with years; 3 casualty investigations, with date and classification; the documentation record: dimensions, tonnage, builder, hailing port, endorsements, dates. The counts in the summary above are the same counts, and they are free.
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Every recorded inspection, 2016 to 2026 for this class, in one chronology · every deficiency, with system, dates and resolution · operational controls imposed and removed · every name this hull has been recorded under · the vessels it was inspected alongside, and when · how its record compares with hulls of similar age and size, as a fact about the population and never a judgement about this vessel.
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Inspection history · 20
5 March 2026
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8319846
6 February 2025
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8067661
11 January 2024
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7847735
30 November 2023
Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7827585
21 December 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7611899
28 November 2022
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7601109
19 January 2022
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7382324
10 November 2021
COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7343558
8 February 2021
Plan Review "T" Boat · Deficiency Check · Simplified Stability Test · Construction Oversight
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7157352
13 November 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7094668
6 February 2020
Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam · Plan Review "T" Boat · Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6903380
4 June 2019
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6703881
25 April 2018
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6399140
26 January 2018
Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6344497
21 March 2017
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6111053
8 October 2016
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6025735
17 March 2016
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 5835270
19 February 2016
Examination of Repairs · Damage Survey · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 5818672
19 February 2016
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 5831749
12 January 2016
Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 5795789
Deficiency record · 85
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 5 March 2026
Resolved
Your vessel must undergo an annual inspection within the 3 months before or after each anniversary date. Vessel did not complete annual inspection within +/- 90-day grace period and therefore is overdue for annual inspection. Conduct COI annual inspection, to the satisfaction of the MI, prior to the carriage of passengers-for-hire. 46 CFR 176.500 (b)(1)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 5 March 2026
Resolved
A vessel on an oceans, coastwise, limited coastwise, or Great Lakes route must carry—Six hand red flare distress signals ...and Six hand orange smoke distress signals... MI identified 10 flares expired.
46 CFR 180.68701
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 5 March 2026
Resolved
Vessels described by 46 CFR 175.110(c) must have an interconnected fire detection system in compliance with § 181.450 installed in all enclosed areas where passengers and crew have routine access, including accommodation spaces and machinery spaces. MI identified fire detection system not interconnected.
46 CFR 181.405
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 5 March 2026
Resolved
...When the flexible section is a nonconductor of electricity, the metallic sections of the fill pipe separated thereby must be joined by a conductor for protection against generation of a static. MI identified no grounding strap in place for fuel tanks.
46 CFR 182.445(g)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 5 March 2026
Resolved
All vessels shall be provided with a satisfactory arrangement for draining any watertight compartment other than small buoyancy compartments, under all practical conditions. MI identified leak in bilge pump manifold and other spaces draining into E/R bilge.
46 CFR 182.25-1
"OLD T"
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 5 March 2026
Resolved
Except as noted in paragraph (c) of this section, stations in the maritime service must be licensed by the FCC either individually or by fleet. MI identified the Radio Station Authorization onboard is for the HyperFish.
47 CFR 80.13
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
The shutoff valve at the tank must be manually operable from outside the compartment in which the valve is located. Port and starboard fuel shut off valves are not closing completely. Adjust the handles and pull stop mechanism to allow valves to close completely to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 182.455(b)(4)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
The following spaces must be equipped with a fire detection and alarm system... A space containing propulsion machinery. Smoke detector in the engine room
is inoperable. Make repairs or replace in kind to the
satisfaction of the MI. Vessel restricted to limited
coast wise route.
46 CFR 181.405(a)(1)
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
On a vessel of at least 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length, 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...A space with a through-hull fitting below the deepest load waterline, such as a lazarette. High level alarm for lazarette is inoperable. Vessel restrictions: conduct round of lazarette every hour while underway. Vessel has 2 weeks to correct deficiency.
46 CFR 182.530(a)(1)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of machinery, fuel, and piping systems. Bilge pump located on the starboard engine is leaking 1 drop per second. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 176.804
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of machinery, fuel, and piping systems. Bow valve and bilge suction gate valve located on the bilge manifold did not open and close smoothly. Lubricate and actuate valves to ensure proper operation to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 176.804
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
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. Marine Inspector identified that the sink drain hose penetration had insufficient vapor tight integrity. Conduct repairs to the satisfaction of the Attending Marine Inspector. Sink drain through bulkhead hose from engine room to lazarette was not vapor tight. Make the through bulkhead hole vapor tight to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 177.405(e)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
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. Pull cable for FM200 system that runs from the engine room to the space forward of the engine room though bulkhead was not vapor tight. Make the through bulkhead penetration vapor tight to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 177.405(e)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
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. Two through bulkhead white hoses that run from the engine room to the space forward of the engine room on the starboard side of the bulkhead are not vapor tight. Make through bulkhead holes vapor tight to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 177.405(e)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification, the owner or managing operator must be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspection of its fire protection equipment... Fire boy pull cable run located in the space forward of the engine room had too much slack in it. Take slack of the pull cable run to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 176.810(a)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
Each disposable hydrostatic release unit must be marked
with an expiration date of two years after the date on
which the unit is installed. EPIRB hydrostatic release
is expired. Replace hydrostatic release to the
satisfaction of the MI. Vessel is restricted to no more
than 3 nautical miles from shore until hydrostatic
release is replaced.
46 CFR 185.740(b)
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification, the marine inspector shall view the vessel afloat and shall conduct the following tests and inspections of the hull structure and its appurtenances: inspect all railings and bulwarks and their attachment to the hull structure. Port rail stanchion located amidship is loose, tighten rail stanchion to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 176.25-5(a)(4)
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
A seat must be constructed to minimize the possibility of injury and avoid trapping occupants. Two aft benches located on the stern are not properly secured. Secure the benches to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 177.820(b)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
All vessels must have navigation lights that are in
compliance with the applicable sections of the
International and Inland Navigation Rules... Starboard
navigation light is extinguished. Replace light to the
satisfaction of the MI. Vessel restrictions: prior to daylight operations or times of restricted visibility.
46 CFR 183.430
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspection of electrical equipment and systems.. Stern light bulb is extinguished, and the cover is damaged. Replace the light bulb and bulb cover to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 176.806
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
Each life jacket, immersion suit, and ring life buoy must be marked in clearly legible block capital letters with the vessel's name. Ring buoy was missing the vessels name. Put vessels name on the ring buoy to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 185.604
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
Each life jacket carried on a vessel on oceans, coastwise, or Great Lakes route, must have a life jacket light approved in accordance with § 161.012 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant, including, but not limited to, approval series 160.112. Each life jacket light must be securely attached to the front shoulder area of the life jacket. 1 adult life jacket light was inoperable. 1 child sized life jacket was missing a light. Replace the light/batteries to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 180.75(a)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
A vessel must be operated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and in such a manner as to afford adequate precaution against hazards that might endanger the vessel and the persons being transported. Propane tanks located in the most forward compartment underneath the operating station needs to be stowed in an open area. Relocate the propane tanks to the open deck to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 185.100
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
A passenger accommodation space must not contain: Electrical generation equipment or transformers, high temperature parts, pipelines, rotating assemblies, or any other item that could injure a passenger, unless such an item is adequately shielded or isolated. Space heater located in the most forward compartment underneath the operating station needs to be secured so it does not shift while underway. Secure the heater to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 177.800(d)(1)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to...provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions. Generator was inoperable. Make repairs and operate generator to the satisfaction of the attending MI. Vessel restriction: Prior to operation of the generator.
46 CFR 183.200
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Minimum requirements)
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
The employer shall provide an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all crewmembers...Each EAP education program must include at least the following elements:...display and distribution of a community service hot-line telephone number for crewmember assistance. Drug and alcohol hot line was not posted on the vessel. Print and post the hot line to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 16.401(a)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
Each survival craft must be stowed so that when the vessel sinks the survival craft floats free. Vessel's life raft inflation line was incorrectly attached to the raft frame. Vessel to attached inflation line to weak link of the life raft release mechanism to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
An interconnected detection alarm system must: Be installed such that the actuation of alarm in one area results in both audible and visual alarms in all areas required by 46 CFR 181.405(c). Vessel is outfitted with two fire detection alarms (main cabin and engine room). Actuation of one alarm would not activate the other. Vessel to repair detectors to activate when the other alarms to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. Vessel restricted to Limited Coastwise route until corrected.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
A vessel on a coastwise route must carry six hand red flare distress signals and six hand orange smoke distress signals. Vessel has only 4 red flare distress signals. Vessel to acquire two red flare distress signals to total 6 to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. Vessel limited to lakes, bays, and sounds route.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
Each EPIRB must be tested monthly, using the integrated test circuit and output indicator, to determine that it is operative. Vessel does not have documentation of EPIRB testing. Vessel to show current log or start a log showing monthly checks to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
The owner, charterer, master or managing operator shall instruct each crew member, upon first being employed and prior to getting underway for the first time on a particular vessel and at least once every three months, as to the duties that the crew member is expected to perform in an emergency including, but not limited to, the emergency instructions listed on the emergency instruction placard. Vessel does not have logs showing drills being conducted. Vessel to show proof or start log of drills to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
A vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date U.S. Coast Pilot and Coast Guard Light List. Vessel has outdated
U.S. Coast Pilot and Coast Guard Light List. Vessel to obtain updated copies of both publications to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
Every vessel must have detailed inspection of the radio installation by an FCC-Licensed technician every five years. Vessel’s certificate has expired and needs renewal. Vessel to have radio installation inspected to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
The owner, managing operator, or a qualified servicing facility as applicable must conduct the following inspections and tests: Portable and semi-portable extinguishers must be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10. Fixed-gas fire extinguishing systems, the owner or managing operator must provide satisfactory evidence of the required servicing. Vessel does not have satisfactory evidence of the proper inspections and test on fire protection equipment. Vessel to provide satisfactory evidence to the attending marine inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
A vessel not required to have a power driven fire pump by 181.300 must have at least three 2.5 gallon buckets. Buckets onboard were 5 gallons. Vessel to either replace with 2.5 gallon buckets, or drill holes in 5 gallon buckets to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
Drug testing programs required by this part must be conducted in accordance with 49 CFR part 40. Consortium letter provided onboard expired in 2023. Vessel to provide up-to-date consortium letter to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
46 CFR 16.113
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
A bilge suction must be fitted with a suitable strainer having an open area not less than three times the area of the bilge pipe. Strainers were missing on all bilge suctions. Vessel to install strainers to the satisfaction of the marine inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
Each rescue boat and ring life buoy must be marked with Type II retro-reflective material. Vessel’s life buoy does not have any retro-reflective material. Vessel to apply retro-reflective material to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 11 January 2024
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. Vessel has dead end wires behind VHF radio on the bridge. Vessel to cap or remove dead end wires to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
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. Five bulkhead penetrations found in amidship compartment bulkhead to the engine room. Vessel to seal all penetrations to ensure vapor seal to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests including the following: Inspection of all machinery essential to the routine operation of the vessel including generators and cooling systems. While operating the vessel underway, a portion of the starboard exhaust aft of the turbo which is covered in lagging was continually steaming, indicating a leak beneath the lagging. Remove lagging and make available for follow up inspection.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 28 November 2022
Resolved
A bilge suction must be fitted with a suitable strainer having an open area not less than three times the area of the bilge pipe. Lazarette and Engine Room bilge suction strainers are missing.
46 CFR 182.510(b)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 28 November 2022
Resolved
Each ring life buoy must be marked in clearly legible block capital letters with the vessel’s name. Ring buoy is deteriorated, and vessel name is illegible.
46 CFR 185.604(b)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 28 November 2022
Resolved
The part of the exhaust system between the point of cooling water injection and the engine manifold must be water-jacketed or effectively insulation and protected in compliance with 177.405(b) and 177.970 of this chapter. Starboard exhaust piping is leaking.
46 CFR 182.425(b)(3)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 28 November 2022
Resolved
Each remote valve control must be marked in clearly legible letters, at least 25 millimeters (1 inch) high, indicating the purpose of the valve and the way to operate it. Fuel shut off valves are not marked.
46 CFR 143.260
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 28 November 2022
Resolved
A hatch exposed to the weather must be watertight. Port side engine room hatch is leaking.
46 CFR 179.360(a)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 28 November 2022
Resolved
Each lighting fixture globe, lens, or diffuser must have a guard or be made of high strength material. Lighting above the starboard engine does not have a protective covering.
46 CFR 183.410(a)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 10 November 2021
Resolved
Batteries shall be effectively screened by a cage or similar structure to minimize danger of accidental spark through dropping a metal object across terminals. Vessels batteries do not have a cover over terminals.
46 CFR 183.05-20(a)
"Old T"
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 10 November 2021
Resolved
Batteries terminals shall be of the soldered type and all connections shall be made to the battery terminals with permanent type connectors. Vessel connects buses to batteries with wingnut connectors, which are considered temporary connectors. Replace and connect with manufacturer recommended connections that are permanent.
46 CFR 183.05-20 (c)
"Old T"
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 10 November 2021
Resolved
Provision must be made for closing all supply duct cowls or scoops for a space protected by a fixed gas extinguishing system. All closure devices must be readily available and mounted in the vicinity of the vent. Vessel has several supply ducts integral to the bulwarks that do not have a method of closure.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Covers (hatchway-, portable-, tarpaulins, etc.)
Issued 10 November 2021
Resolved
Each hatch exposed to the weather must be watertight. Each hatch cover must be attached to the hatch frame or coaming by hinges, captive chain, or other device to prevent its loss. Engine room hatch located on centerline and under the cutting station found leaking. Forepeak hatch leaks and has a broken retaining lanyard.
Repair at next drydock.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 10 November 2021
Resolved
Vessels operated solely within 20 NM of land must be equipped with a VHF-DSC radiotelephone installation meeting the requirements of 80.1101(c)(2). Vessel is equipped with DSC capable radio, but radio is not set up to broadcast MMSI or GPS position.
47 CFR 80.905(a)(1)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Magnetic compass
Issued 10 November 2021
Resolved
Except on a vessel limited to daytime operations, the
compass must be illuminated. Bulb missing from magnetic
compass at operating station.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 10 November 2021
Resolved
All vessels except non-self-propelled vessels shall be provided with suitable steering apparatus. Steering linkage bar is wasted and needs to be replaced.
46 CFR 182.30-1(a)
"Old T"
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 10 March 2020
Resolved
Permission for repairs or alterations. Vessel planned to move electric panel switch board to facilitate future change of structure. Inspector requested electrical plan for OCMI review 6 FEB. During visit of progress 5 MAR to verify plan, vessel had began construction and also constructed a new switchboard not in kind. The electric plan was unavailable for review during this visit.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
The discharge ends of vent pipes shall terminate on the hull exterior as high above the waterline as practicable. Ventilation pipe for starboard fuel tank was fractured shortly after exiting the fuel tank in the engine room and allowing flammable vapors to discharge and accumulate into the engine room. Complete permanent repairs to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
46 CFR 182.20-35(c)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
An adult life jacket must be provided for each person onboard a vessel. Vessel was outfitted with several unusable lifejackets. Remaining usable adult life jackets is 17. Vessel restricted from carrying more than 17 adults until new lifejackets are onboard and inspected by attending MI.
46 CFR 180.71
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
Any vessel of at least five net tons which engages in fisheries on the navigable waters of the US must have a Certificate of Documentation bearing a valid endorsement appropriate for the activity in which engaged. Vessel's COD is expired. Provide valid COD prior to carrying passengers.
46 CFR 67.7
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification the owner shall be prepared to test the steering systems of the vessel and make them available for inspection to the extent necessary to determine that they are in suitable condition and fit for the service intended. Both engine exhausts in lazarette are damaged from the rudder connecting rod when hard over. Repair existing damage to exhausts and configure steering gear arrangement to prevent future damage.
46 CFR 176.814
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
The bilge suctions shall be fitted with suitable strainers having an open area not less than three times the area of the bilge pipe. Engine room and lazarette bilge suctions missing strainers. Install strainers on engine room and lazarette bilge suctions.
46 CFR 182.25-5
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Medical certificate
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
A person may not employ or engage an individual in a position required to hold an MMC unless that individual maintains a current medical certificate. Medical certificate for owner, who serves as one of the Masters onboard, was expired. Provide valid medical certificate prior to serving in a position which requires an MMC onboard.
46 CFR 15.401
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Guards - fencing around dangerous machinery parts
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
Suitable covers, guards, or rails shall be installed in way of all exposed and hazardous places such as gears, machinery etc. Port engine has an exposed belt. Affix suitable guard over port engine belt.
46 CFR 177.35-15
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner shall be prepared to conduct tests of machinery, fuel, and piping systems, including the following: Operational test of all valves in fuel lines by operating locally and at remote operating stations. Starboard fuel shutoff leaked diesel at a slow rate upon actuation. Repair diesel leak on shutoff valve.
46 CFR 176.804(f)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate and up to date: charts, US coast pilot, Coast Guard light list. Vessel's charts, coast pilot, and light list were expired. Provide up to date charts and publications.
46 CFR 184.420
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
A marine employer whose vessel is involved in a casualty or incident that is, or is likely to become, a serious marine incident as defined in 4.03-2 shall comply with the requirements of 4.06. Vessel does not have alcohol testing capabilities onboard. Operations restricted to within two hours of a suitable testing facility.
46 CFR 185.212
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
Each child size life jacket must be stowed in a location that is appropriately marked and separated from adult life jackets. Adult and child life jackets were combined and not marked in forward main cabin (V-Berth) area. Separate and properly mark locations for child life jackets.
46 CFR 180.78(a)(5)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready fo inspection of electrical equipment. Exposed wires present in forward cabin (V-Berth). Properly cap or remove dead end wires.
46 CFR 176.806
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the International and Inland Navigation Rules. Stern light, mastlight, and starboard running light were not operational. Anchor light was taped to the mast and not affixed in a way ensure reliability of operation.
46 CFR 183.420
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first aid kit approved under 160.041 or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. First aid kit onboard contained expired medicines. Provide first aid kit with non expired medicines and in compliance with the items in 160.041.
46 CFR 184.710
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
The master and crew of a vessel will be familiar with the content of an have mounted at the operating station, emergency instructions containing the action to be taken in the event of fire, heavy weather, or man overboard conditions. Man overboard instructions do not match shipboard procedures and the contents are obscured by a splotchy plexiglass cover. Update procedures to reflect accurate vessel response and ensure procedures are easily readable during an emergency situation.
46 CFR 185.510
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
Marine employers shall establish programs for the chemical testing of dangerous drugs on a random basis of crewmember on inspected vessels. Owner could not provide sufficient documentation to prove adequate drug and alcohol program was in place. Provide sufficient documentation to attending MI to verify compliance with Drug and Alcohol Program.
46 CFR 16.230
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire-dampers
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
Provision must be made for closing all supply duct cowls or scoops and exhaust duct discharge openings for a space protected by a fixed gas extinguishing system. All closure devices must be readily available and mounted in the vicinity of the vent. Crew could not locate engine room ventilation closures. Demonstrate operation of ventilation closures.
46 CFR 182.465(h)
Communications › Radio Communications › EPIRB
Issued 25 April 2018
Resolved
The vessel's EPIRB's registration is expired. 47 CFR 80.1061(f)
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Testing, Equipment
Issued 25 April 2018
Resolved
Vessel does not have alcohol testing strips on board. 46 CFR 4.06-3(a)(1)
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Storage
Issued 25 April 2018
Resolved
Vessel has child life jackets stowed in a compartment mixed with adult life jackets. 46 CFR 180.78 (a)
Fire Fighting › Fire Bucket › Availability
Issued 25 April 2018
Resolved
Vessel does not have fire buckets onboard. 46 CFR 181.610
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Strainer
Issued 25 April 2018
Resolved
The vessel is missing strainers on Lazarette and engine room bilge suctions. 46 CFR 182.25-5
Lifesaving › Hand Flares › Expired
Issued 25 April 2018
Resolved
Flares were expired. 46 CFR 180.68
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation
Issued 25 April 2018
Resolved
Vessel has wing nuts on starboard batteries. 46 CFR 183.350(d)
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights
Issued 25 April 2018
Resolved
Vessel does not have floating water light attached to ring buoy with lanyard. Life ring is attached directly to throw line bag which is attached to the ring buoy. 46 CFR 180.70(d)
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 25 April 2018
Resolved
Life ring onboard is unserviceable and deteriorated. 46 CFR 180.70(a)
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Ventilation Fire Dampers
Issued 25 April 2018
Resolved
Owner/Operator could not locate vent closures for engine room vents. 46 CFR 182.465 (h)
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › FCC Safety Radiotelephony Certificate
Issued 25 April 2018
Resolved
Vessel has expired radiotelephony certificate. 47 CFR 80.903
Fire Fighting › Fire Bucket › Availability
Issued 21 March 2017
Resolved
Vessel missing all 03 fire buckets.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Machinery Space Opening
Issued 19 February 2016
Resolved
effect permanent repair to port and starboard exhaust pipe renewing fiberglass forward of exhaust port on transom to muffler
Casualty record · 3
15 May 2004Routine · role: Transiting Vicinity of Primary Subject · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 dead · 1 injured · activity 2071076
19 February 2016Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 5831749
8 October 2016Routine · role: Transiting Vicinity of Primary Subject · 2 injured · activity 6025735
Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.
Recorded names · 1
HAPPY DAYS (2004–2016). Names as the Coast Guard recorded them in incident records, with the years they appear; some are renames and some are spelling variants.
Ownership record
The Coast Guard's documentation record for this hull -- the Abstract of Title,
with its owners and liens as filed -- is not in PSIX. Ask, and Maury buys it from the National
Vessel Documentation Center, files it here with its date, and every reader of this page gets it.