TODD G

TODD G suffered a loss of steering and self reported to Marine Safety Unit St. Thomas. MI attended the vessel while technician was on board. Technician stated the steering control box switch at the operating station was replaced with the incorrect type and caused the fuse to blow. As a result, steering was lost. The technician replaced the steering control box switch again with the correct switch. MI conducted steering test from the bridge and it was discovered the rudder angle indicators did not work from either operating station. MI conducted steering test from the deck above rudder room and witnessed rudders swing full port/starboard, test was satisfactory. Provide report (worksheet) from technician stating the root cause and analysis for loss of steering to MSU St. Thomas. This shall also include the repairs that were made with parts listed. Prove proper operation of rudder indicators at both operating stations no later than December 18, 2025. Provide CG-2692 to MSU ST. Thomas.

All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the International and Inland Navigation Rules, except that a vessel of more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length must also have navigation lights that meet UL 1104, “Standards for Marine Navigation Lights,” or other standard specified by the Commandant. Running lights arc of visibility are not as required; stbd is approx 10 degree's arc of visibility, port is approx 60 degrees arc of visibility; make as required. 46 CFR 183.420

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. E/R ventilation closures are missing the majority of fasteners to secure in place; replace fasteners as needed. 46 CFR 182.465(h)

The master of the vessel shall ensure that:(a) Each EPIRB, other than an EPIRB in an inflatable liferaft, must be tested monthly, using the integrated test circuit and output indicator, to determine that it is operative;(b) The EPIRB's battery is replaced after it is used, or before the date required by FCC regulations in 47 CFR part 80, whichever comes sooner; and(c) The EPIRB test required by paragraph (a) shall be logged or otherwise documented, as applicable. Provide log for monthly EPIRB checks. 46 CFR 185.728

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, including the following: Inspection and testing of all smoke and fire detection systems, including sensors and alarms. Some annual fire fighting inspection documentation was missing. Provide updated inspection paperwork for pull stations, detectors, fire panel, and all associated installed fire fighting equipment.46 CFR 176.810(a)(7)

Pressure vessels must be tested and inspected in accordance with part 61, subpart 61.10, of this chapter. Each pressure vessel listed on the Certificate of Inspection must be thoroughly examined externally every 5 years. In addition, each pressure vessel listed on the Certificate of Inspection that is fitted with a manhole or other inspection opening so it can be satisfactorily examined internally, must be opened for internal examination every 5 years. Coordinate and conduct air receiver internal inspection with CG Marine Inspector in attendance prior to 31OCT2024. 46 CFR 176.812 46 CFR 61.10-5(a)(b)

Pressure vessels must be tested and inspected in accordance with part 61, subpart 61.10, of this chapter.If your vessel's Certificate of Inspection is renewed less often than annually, the marine inspector must check the settings of the safety or relief valves on all pressure vessels, except cargo tanks, twice every 5 years. No more than 3 years may elapse between any check and its immediate predecessor. Conduct satisfactory optest or replace relief valves and gauges with new prior to 31OCT2024

A self-priming, power driven fire pump must be installed on each vessel: Of more than 65 feet in length. A fire pump must be capable of both remote operation from the operating station and local operations at the pump. Attending MI’s observed that the fire pump was not operationally controlled from the navigation bridge. While MI’s were in attendance a local electrician corrected this issue.46CFR181.300(e)

The following spaces must be equipped with a fire detection and alarm system of an approved type installed in accordance with 46 CFR part 76.A space containing propulsion machinery Attending MI’s we’re unable to witness tests of required fires detection systems due to no testing equipment on board. Testing equipment was brought to the vessel and Attending MI’s witnessed successful testing. Vessel operators need to have available at all subsequent inspections; Canned smoke for testing of smoke detectors and a heat sourced designed for the testing of heat detecting head units. All fire control panel alarms need to be labeled to indicate the location of the active alarms, to facilitate a quick response. 46CFR181.405

A fire hose with a nozzle must be attached to each fire hydrant at all times. For fire hydrants located on open decks or cargo decks, where no protection is provided, hoses may be temporarily removed during heavy weather or cargo handling operations, respectively. Hoses so removed must be stored in nearby accessible locations. The firefighting nozzle was missing from engine room fire station. 46CFR181.320(a)

A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit approved under approval series 160.041 or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. All approved onboard kits were expired, the most current kit expired in 2018. 46CFR184.710

Each connection to a conductor or terminal part of a conductor must be made within an enclosure and have either: A pressure type connector on each conductor; a solder lug on each conductor; splice made with a pressure type connector to a flexible lead or conductor; or a splice that is soldered, brazed, or welded to a flexible lead or conductor.Exposed wires in the engine room must terminated and be closed in a suitable enclosure. 46CRR183.340

A vessel must carry one floating waterlight, unless it is limited to daytime operation, in which case no floating waterlight is required. Each floating water light must be approved in accordance with §161.010 sub.Q Port bridge wing water light not flashing when tested. 46CFR 180.70(d)

If your vessel's Certificate of Inspection is renewed less often than annually, the marine inspector must check the settings of the safety or relief valves on all pressure vessels, except cargo tanks, twice every 5 years. No more than 3 years may elapse between any check and its immediate predecessor. Engine room air flasks relief valves have not been tested recently. Attending MI’s witnessed the testing of both port and starboard air flasks in the after portion of the engine room. When pressurized the starboard relief valve released at 165 PSI well under the 200 MAWP of the air flask. The port relief valve failed to release automatically or manually and needs to be replaced. It’s recommended that the vessel operators establish some type of documented tracking to ensure tests are completed twice in 5 years The unloader relief valves on the compressor heads should also be tested within the same time parameters to to verify proper operations. 46CFR 182.330 46CFR 61.10-10 (i)

The marine employers shall establish programs for the chemical testing for dangerous drugs on a random basis of crewmembers on inspected vessels. Provide evidence that this program is in place up to date with new hires and existing eomployees with a complete list. 46CFR 16.230

Provide evidence that all Certificates and operating manuals, including certificates issued by the FCC are valid, This includes Station License and Radio Operator. 46CFR176.402 (c)(3)

Expired servicing date and more than 5 months past expiration date. Vessel restricted to no more than 3 NM from land.

EPIRB hyrdrostatic expired on Oct 2021.

three hand held flares found expired. Vessel restricted to LBS route NMT 03 NM from land.

When operating on a regular ferry route per the COI the character of this vessel may be changed to cargo to permit the carriage of hazardous materials under certain conditions, which include no passengers onboard and only two persons per vehicle and a total of 16 persons. The vessel was carrying a propane truck on deck with an additional 10 passenger vehicles with passengers on its route from St John to St Thomas.

Under the authority of 46 U.S.C. 3304, a documented vessel transporting cargo may be allowed by its certificate of inspection to carry not more than 12 individuals in addition to the crew on international voyages and not more than 16 individuals in addition to the crew on other voyages. The master operated the vessel carrying a propane truck on deck with an additional 10 passenger vehicles with passengers on its route from St John to St Thomas.

Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery, or equipment that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant OCMI Vessel incurred damage to loading ramp during loading operations. Make proper repairs to loading ramp, padeyes and locking pins in accordance with approved construction plans.

The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection. In accordance with the COI, "The loading ramp shall be locked in the up and closed position while the vessel is underway." Marine Inspectors observed the TODD G was operating with the loading ramp in the unlocked partially open position and was missing a padeye and locking pin on the STBD side of the ramp.