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A lifeline attached to a lifebuoy must be, if synthetic, a dark color or certified by the manufacturer to be resistant to deterioration from ultraviolet light. All of the lifelines on respective lifebuoys are synthetic and not dark in color (yellow and orange combo) nor is there evidence that the lifelines are resistant to deterioration from ultraviolet light. Either replace with a dark in color synthetic line, natural fiber line or provide proof of UV resistance to that satisfaction of attending CG marine inspector.

Each lifebuoy stowage position must be marked with either the words “LIFEBUOY” or “LIFE BUOY”, or with the appropriate symbol. The stowage location of several of the lifebuoys onboard are marked with the wrong symbol. Either mark with the appropriate symbol or mark with the word lifebuoy or life buoy to the satisfaction of attending CG marine inspector.

The self-igniting light may not be attached to the lifebuoys required by this section to be fitted with lifelines. Several lifebuoys onboard have both a waterlight and lifeline attached. Ensure all lifebuoys have the appropriate attachments.

Each liferaft must be arranged to permit it to drop into the water from the deck on which it is stowed. A liferaft stowage arrangements meets this requirement if it — (i) Is outboard of the rail or bulwark; (ii) Is on stanchions or on a platform adjacent to the rail or bulwark; or (iii) Has a gate or other suitable opening large enough to allow the liferaft to be pushed directly overboard and, if the liferaft is intended to be available for use on either side of the vessel, such gate or opening is provided on each side of the vessel. The current stowage arrangement of the existing liferaft does not appear that it can be manually launched and not strike the main deck or gunwale before landing in the water. Either prove that the existing arrangement meets the standard above or install a launching arrangement that does to the satisfaction of attending CG marine inspector. ** 46 CFR Subchapter W does not offer an exemption or alternative to this requirement for vessels on an Oceans route **

The lifejackets stowage positions must be marked with the words “LIFEJACKETS” as appropriate, or with the appropriate symbol from IMO Resolution A.760(18). The lifejacket stowage location for those stowed in the bunk rooms are not marked. Make appropriate markings for those lifejackets contained in the bunk rooms.

All crew spaces are to be constructed and arranged in a manner suitable to the purpose for which they are intended and so that they can be kept in a clean, workable, and sanitary condition. Berthing and accommodation spaces were used for storage, and toilet and washroom facilities are not in service due to lack of water to the facilities. Either ensure galley/mess and berthing/toilet spaces have appropriate water supply and are clean and free of debris to the satisfaction of a CG marine inspector, or request the to have overnight accommodations onboard removed from the COI.

The following items which were verified as required during MARSEC level 1 in the security plan, and were not being implemented: No ID checks took place when inspectors arrived, the deck was not monitored by PIC, there was no record of security exercises for the company or record of drills for the current crew, the VSA stated that AIS is utilized when vessel is moored or anchored to ensure visibility of incoming vessels however the vessel does not have an AIS, no training records were on board for any crew members as stated is required for all crew even if they do not have security related duties. 33 CFR 104.215(e) (2)

Excessive excess gear found in the state rooms on board including a kitchen oven not currently in use. 46 CFR92.20-20(c)

No transfer procedures 33 CFR 155.720

No information displayed on company policy for sexual harassment policy.

Fuel lines exceeded 30 inches. 46CFR56.60-25 b 4

Several alarm signals and lights were not marked. 46 CFR 113.25-20

Plastic zip ties supporting wires. 46 CFR 111.60-5

Dead end cables in engine room. 46 CFR 222.60-17 a

The requirements of 58.10-5(a), (c), and (d) shall apply to diesel engine installations. All installations shall be of marine type engines suitable for the intended service, designed and constructed in conformance with the requirements of this subchapter. Both the #1 port generator and the #2 starboard generator were found to be excessively leaking jacket water and lube oil. Rectify deficiency prior to the vessel's departure. 46CFR96.03(a) 46CFR58.10(a)

The requirements of 58.10-5(a), (c), and (d) shall apply to diesel engine installations. All installations shall be of marine type engines suitable for the intended service, designed and constructed in conformance with the requirements of this subchapter. Both generator high pressure fuel lines were missing supports or current supports were missing hardware enable the lines to chafe on the engine blocks. Rectify deficiency prior to the vessel's departure. 46CFR96.03(a) 46CFR58.10(a)

The requirements of 58.10-5(a), (c), and (d) shall apply to diesel engine installations. All installations shall be of marine type engines suitable for the intended service, designed and constructed in conformance with the requirements of this subchapter. A lube oil leak was found on the starboard forward prime mover for the cargo pump. Rectify deficiency prior to vessel's departure. 46CFR96.03(a) 46CFR58.10(a)

Valves installed on the outside of the oil tanks must be arranged with a means of manual control locally at the valve and remotely from a readily accessible and safe location outside of the compartment in which the vales are located. The high suction remote fuel shut off valve for the forward fuel tank on the starboard side was not accessible from outside of the space containing the fuel oil tank. 46CFR96.03(a) 46CFR56.50-60(d)(1)

All other openings to a protected space must be capable of being closed. Both starboard aft engine room ventilation closures were unable to close properly. The most aft engine room ventilation closure was missing hardware for an even closure seat and the closure forward of the aft contained wasted gasket material. 46 CFR 95.16-30 (C)

This subpart contains requirements for fluid power transmission and control systems and appurtenances. Except as otherwise provided for in this section, these requirements are applicable to the following fluid power and control systems: Starting systems for internal combustion engines used for main propulsion, main or auxiliary power, as the prime mover for any required emergency apparatus, or as the source of propulsion power in ship maneuvering thruster systems. The fuel filters for both generators were missing containment underneath where they were installed. 46CFR96.03(a) 46 CFR 58.30-1(a)(5)

Electrical installations on vessel's must ensure protection of passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards. A missing breaker on the port switchboard was uncovered enabling the possibility of electrical shock to a crew member. 46CFR96.05-1(a) 46CFR111.01-1(a)(2)

Each operation described in paragraphs (d), (e), and (f) of this section shall be fully recorded without delay in the Oil Record Book so that all entries in the book appropriate to that operation are completed. The following items were missing or not correctly logged in the oil record book: Signature missing of person having charge of the ship at the bottom of each page; the entry on 28JUL2023 was missing quantity of bunkers delivered and time transfer was conducted; weekly sounding were not being taken of tanks listed on 3.1 of the IOPP Form A. 33 CFR 151.25(h)

For each ship subject to regulation 5 and 6 of this Annex, details of fuel oil for combustion purposes delivered to and used on board shall be recorded by means of a bunker delivery note that shall contain at least the information specified in appendix V to this Annex. The following bunker delivery notes were missing from the last year: 28JUL2023; 04NOV2022; 31OCT2022; 29OCT2022; and 28OCT2022.

The bunker delivery note shall be accompanied by a representative sample of the fuel oil delivered taking into account the guidelines developed by the organization. The sample is to be sealed and signed by the supplier’s representative and the master or officer in charge of the bunker operation on completion of bunkering operations. There was not bunker samples on board of all bunkers taken from: 28JUL2023; 04NOV2022; 31OCT2022; 29OCT2022; and 28OCT2022. MARPOL VI/18.8.1

Manned barges shall carry at least two fire axes. The port side fire axe was found in bad repair. 46 CFR 95.60-5(b)

At each inspection for certification, periodic inspection and at other times necessary, the inspector will determine that all fire-extinguishing equipment is in suitable condition. During operation test of the fire pump the MI noticed excessive water leakage from the pump. Crew was able to rectify the deficiency on the spot. 46CFR91.25-20(a)

Each life raft or group of life rafts must be arranged for float-free launching. The life raft was not installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. The crew was able to rectify the deficiency on the spot. 46CFR96.06(a) 46CFR199.130(c)(7)

Illustrations and instructions in English, and any other appropriate language as determined must be conspicuously displayed at each muster station. The box containing the life jackets at the muster station was missing a donning placard. The crew was able to provide a placard on the spot. 46CFR96.06(a) 46CFR199.80(c)(5)

All vessels shall have efficient guard rails or bulwarks on decks and bridges. Upper rear guard rail on the corner of the second deck broken and requires repair. 46 CFR 92.25-5(a)

A complete recharge shall be carried for each self-contained breathing apparatus. Vessel requires another spare self-contained breathing apparatus charge. 46 CFR 96.35-20

Each fireman's outfit must consist of one self-contained breathing apparatus, one lifeline with a belt or a suitable harness, one flashlight, one flame safety lamp, one rigid helmet, boots and gloves, protective clothing, and one fire ax. One fireman’s outfit missing gloves. 46CFR96.35-10

46 CFR 97.15-35 Onboard training, musters, and drills must be in accordance with subchapter W. Vessel shall complete and document required fire, abandon ship, man overboard, and security drills. To the satisfaction of attending USCG Marine Inspector during next annual exam.

Barges with sleeping accommodations for more than six persons shall have permanently exhibited for the guidance of the officer in charge of the vessel the following plans: (a) General arrangement plans showing for each deck the fire control stations, the various sections enclosed by fire-resisting bulkheads, together with particulars of the fire alarms, detecting systems, the sprinkler installation (if any), the fire extinguishing appliances, means of access to different compartments, decks, etc., and the ventilating systems including particulars of the master fan controls, the positions of dampers, the location of the remote means of stopping fans, and identification numbers of the ventilating fans serving each section. For vessels constructed on or after September 30, 1997 or for existing vessels which have their plans redrawn, the symbols used to identify the aforementioned details shall be in accordance with IMO Assembly resolution A.654(16). Vessel is required to provide an up to date and accurate Fire Control Plan to the satisfaction of marine inspector.

At each inspection, the inspector shall exmaine bilges in the machinery spaces to see that there is no accumulation of oil, excess amounts of oil and water observed in the machinery space bilge. 46CFR91.25-45(a)

It shall be the duty of the PIC to see that the vessel's fire fighting equipment is at all times ready for use. During test of main fire pump, multiple continous leaks were observed.

No oil record book entries could be found since 24SEP2017. Provide oil record book.

Demonstrate proper operation of reverse power relays on ships service generators.

Demonstrate proper operation of ships service generators overspeed.

Excessive oil and fuel in the bilge, presenting portential fire hazard.

Cooling water pipe on stbd side was found leaking and contained 05 temporary patches/doublers.

Provide registration for EPIRB.

Potable water filter housing, holding 50psi, found with 02 soft patches next to welding and electrical machinery.

General Emergency Alarm red flashing light in aft engine room inop.

Pipe running through watertight bulkhead between engine room and pump room was stuffed with rags. Permanently close this opening in the bulkhead.

Painter for liferaft not installed IAW manufacturer's instructions.

The International Air Pollution Prevention Certificate issued by ABS should be issued on behalf of the United States of America.

The International Load Line Certificate issued by ABS shall be issued on behalf of the United States of America.

11135 - Life raft servicing due 15 Apr 2018 extended for 60 days to get servicing completed in Bahrain.

15109 - Crane servicing due. Provide servicing report.

07115 - Engine room vent closures not closing completely. Repair closures to provide a good seal.

99101 - Handrail support brackets wasted leading up the A frame. Repair or replace handrail supports as needed.

07123 - Paint locker doors do not properly secure. Repair doors to allow for good seal.

11117 - Life ring missing sealing plug and needs new line attached. Replace life ring with new line attached.

14499 - MSD flange missing several bolts. Install missing bolts on MSD flange.

Issued 835 extending liferaft servicing date for 5 months or until next scheduled vessel exam whichever comes first as per 46 CFR 199.190(g).

Replace oil soaked non-metallic fuel hoses, non-approved fuel hoses, and make permanent piping for non-metallic fuel hoses exceeding 30 inches. All fuel hoses in the engine room must be approved ASME J1942 hoses with factory-assembled fittings.

Relocate inflatable life raft and bracket to STBD side, port side does not have room to board raft due to dredge pipe and does not have an embarkation station.

Provide a corrective action plan to ensure all drills to include firefighting, abandon ship, and security are being completed and logged. The vessel could only provide records of two drills being conducted in 2015.

Provide documentation that all fuel transfer piping has been tested to 1.5 times its max allowable working pressure.

Install rail guards on range and provide a securing latch for the oven.

Provide proof of training to all personnel who complete oil record book entries. Record book was missing entries and some entries were not in accordance with the guidance provided in the book.

Repair fire pump number 1 motor control.

Repair broken electrical couplings on the #4 man engine and #1 generator instrumentation boxes

Remove patches and make permanent repairs on the #2 stbd-cooling pump piping. As discussed.

Install emergency escape ladder next to #2 engine.

Ensure intake on the #4 main engine has all required bolts.

Repair all navigation lights and ensure they are the correct color.

Remove all excess oil from bilge.

Properly secure all spanner wrenches.

Replace life rings lights on the both fwd stbd and fwd port life rings.

Provide Void/Ballast vents as per approved scantling plan.

The barge ballast system/is disabled. The ballast system must meet requirements in the stability letter issued and must function as designed.

Vessel fire control plan does not reflect equipment on board the vessel. Operator must provide USCG with an updated vessel control plan for approval.

The barge failed to make available a plan showing the barge piping system, in particular the ballast system. The vessel must produce a set of approved plans to the USCG.

Provide Void/Ballast vents as per approved scantling plan.

Provide emergency lighting in the berthing space.

Remove all non-Coast Guard approved portable fire extinguishers and replace with extinguishers that have been approved by UL, the USCG and labeled in accordance with 46 CFR 162.028.

Repair nonoperational bilge alarm in the E/R. Four alarms were tested, two found to be nonoperational. Repair bilge alarm to satisfaction of the OCMI.

Alternation/modification was made to the barge deviating from of the original plan IWO the ballast and void spaces (addition of 3' volume to each tank). Update plans to cover the modification that was completed addressing the validity of the stability letter.

Provide Specification for newly installed water heater safety valve.

Provide bilge alarm for forward storage compartment.

Provide A-O electrical penetration compound for bulkhead between engine room and pump room

Un-seize #1 relief valve for #1 pressure vessel.

Secure wiring for overhead light in lower level storage forward .

Retain Bunker Delivery Notes and fuel samples on board vessel for verification at next CG attendance.

Ensure Oil Record Book is being maintained in accordance w/ instructions for verification at next CG attendance.

Prove function of reverse power relay for ship service generators. **Jayant Gokhale, Maintenance Superintendent, claims repair and successful testing of equipment. Verify at next CG attendance.**

Prove proper operation of generator #1 speed control switch on switchboard. Switch will not lower engine speed. **Jayant Gokhale, Maintenance Superintendent, claims repair and successful testing of equipment. Verify at next CG attendance.**

Prove ability to parallel ship service generators. **Jayant Gokhale, Maintenance Superintendent, claims repair and successful testing of equipment. Verify at next CG attendance.**

Prove SAE J-1942 rating of fuel hoses at pump drive generator fuel filters, or replace w/ hoses rated as such. **Jayant Gokhale, Maintenance Superintendent, claims repair and successful testing of equipment. Verify at next CG attendance.**

Vessel not manned in accordance with the provisions set forth on the Certificate of Inspection (COI). No persons on board found with a valid U.S. Merchant Mariner's Document endorsed as a Lifeboatman. Vessel to be manned in accordance with the COI prior to conducting operations.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 26MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Both fireman's outfits found stored in the forward storage room. Provide two widely separated, accessible locations, suitable for storage of the respective fireman's outfits as required by 46 CFR 96.35-15 within 7 days. 18 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 20MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending MI*Provide on board clear and updated instructions, bunk-cards, and muster list that detail the action each person on board should follow in the event of an emergency in accordance with 46 CFR 199.80(a)(b), to include the location of the muster station, within 7 days. 18 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 31MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Provide on board Lifesaving Training Manuals which reflect the actual equipment fitted on board in accordance with 46 CFR 199.180(a), within 7 days. 18 March 2010

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 31MAR10 and shall remain open until verified by MI* The only entries noted in the Oil Record Book dating from April 2002 through present reflect the bunkering of lubrication oil. Multiple other discrepancies noted. Company to carryout internal audit regarding Oil Record Book keeping and training to personnel regarding entries, within 7 days. 18 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 31MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*The muster station and liferaft embarkation station is to be provided with lighting that is capable of having its power supplied by the vessel's emergency source of electrical power (batteries in lieu of emergency generator) within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 26MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG MI*Vessel's operator to access the suitability of the current muster station and liferaft embarkation station which is located adjacent to a 240 gallon fuel tank. Station to be relocated or justification for current location to be provided within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 28APR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Hydrostatic release for vessel's liferaft found to be not USCG approved. USCG approved hydrostatic release to be provided on board within 14 days. 25 March 2010.**Extended to 4/15/2010**

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 20MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Outboard shackle for liferaft containment strap requires replacement. Replace per manufacturer's instructions within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 20MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*One red-rocket flare found missing, only 11 onboard where 12 are required. Provide USCG approved red-rocket flare on board within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 28APR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Provide on board two flashlights, one for each fireman's outfit, which are Type II or Type III, constructed and marked in accordance with ASTM F 1014 as required by 46 CFR 96.35-5(c) within 14 days. 25 March 2010.**Extended to 4/15/2010**

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 31MAR10 and shall remain open until verified by MI* Vsl's ILLC found not endorsed for 2008 annual audit. Certificate was endorsed in 2008 for a renewal survey per article 19(4), however, no date of validity was provided. Certificate issuing authority requested to attest to the 2008 annual survey as required by article 14(1)(c) within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 13MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Pressure gauge for the emergency fire pump found inoperative. Make proper repairs and restore operational readiness within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 13MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Soak back oil pump pressure gauges for EMD's #1 and 2 found inoperative. Make proper repairs and restore operational readiness within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 20MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Upper weather deck, over EMD's #3 and 4, found with multiple holes and wastage both on the centerline and stbd. side. Plate to be cropped to good steel and renew as original within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 20MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Upper weather deck , port quarter, found holed and wasted. Plate to be cropped to good steel and renew as original within 30 days. 11 April 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 26MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Multiple deck drains and scuppers found blocked with wasted piping. Make proper repairs within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 26MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Upper weather deck, engine room overhead, port side forward, found with a doubler. Doubler to be removed, affected area to be cropped to good steel, and renewed as original within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 20MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Ladder/stair housing, port and stbd, in way of laundry room and stores found with multiple holes and wasted. Make proper repairs, crop wasted areas to good steel, and renew as original within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 26MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Provide proper closure for natural vent and proper nozzle for fixed CO2 extinguisher in paint locker within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 26MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Provide wire conduit for pump drive air conditioning unit, upper weather deck port side, within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 20MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Coaming for pumps #1 and 2, port and stbd, found holed, wasted, and with clad welds. Make proper repairs, crop wasted/temp. repair areas to good steel, and renew as original within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 20MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Multiple (8+) brackets/supports for bulkhead supporting spud winch room found holed and heavily wasted. Make proper repairs, crop wasted areas to good steel, and renew as original within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 20MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Engine room bulkhead stbd. side aft found holed in way of weather tight door. Make proper repairs, crop wasted areas to good steel, and renew as original within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 26MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Multiple steps/stairs associated with the "A-frame" found holed and wasted. Make proper repairs, crop wasted areas to good steel, and renew as original within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 20MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Diamond plate, port side, upper deck in way of ladder leading down to main deck found holed/wasted. Make proper repairs, crop wasted areas to good steel, and renew as original within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 26MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Forward upper storage room, stbd. side aft, found with wasted bracket/support toes. Make proper repairs, crop wasted area to good steel, and renew as original within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 31MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Seawater discharge line found with pin-hole leaks. Make proper repairs, crop wasted are to good steel, and renew piping as original within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 26MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Multiple diamond plate steps leading to/from engine room found holed. Steps to be replaced as original within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 26MAR10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG Marine Inspector*Spud winch room deck (engine room overhead), port side, founded severely holed and wasted. Deck plate permitted to be temporarily reinforced and strengthened. Temporary repairs to be carried out within 14 days. 25 March 2010.

*Item reported cleared via E-mail dated 12JUN10 and shall remain open until verified to be corrected by attending USCG MI*Due to the vessel being manned, with berthing provided for 5 persons, an appropriately registered EPIRB and portable lifeboat radio are to be provided on board within 30 days. 11 April 2010.**Extended to 4/15/2010**Extended to 6/6/2010**

Spud winch room deck (engine room overhead), port side, founded severely holed and wasted. Permanent repairs to be made, deck plate to be cropped to good steel and renew as original within 4 months. 11 July 2010.**Extended to 31 August 2010**

Install manufacturer approved mounting brackets for portable fire extinguishers. Item reported cleared via Email from [name withheld] dated 09Mar2010. Item to be verified during next CG attendance.

Provide Coast Guard approved fire control plan.

Provide two (2) SCBA bottles for fire fighter's outfit. Item reported completed via E-mail from [name withheld] dated 09Mar2010. To be verified during next Coast Guard attendance.

Replace ring buoy grab lines throughout the vessel.

Properly repair fire equipment locker door, located near the MSD.

Move/relocate eyewash machine above the batteries, located up forward compartment above the engine room.

Remove spare battery, located up forward compartment above engine room.

Properly repair or replace all safety signs throughout the vessel that show signs of deterioration.

Demonstrate proper operation of the general alarm system. Ensure alarms are heard/ visually noticed all throughout the engine compartment, including the ECR.

Provide fuel filter bowl, located forward of genset #1.

Properly mount fuel oil pressure gauges, located forward of genset #1 and near genset #5.

Repair all broken light covers outside of Port Side and STBD side gensets.

Prove proper operation of watertight doors IWO Port side storage space and STBD side storage hold.

Chalk test and make necessary repairs so that all watertight doors are watertight.

Test air receiver safety relief valves that were due for testing in 2007.

Prove proper operation of the STBD side D399 CAT.

Provide lagging on exhaust for STBD side D399 CAT.

Check all electrical covers and repair any panels that need to be repaired.

Tighten all railing throughout deck.

Replace all fire suits onboard the vessel. Ensure fire suits are UL approved and meet CG standards.

Conduct a satisfactory fire drill in the presence of a CG Marine Inspector.

Prove proper testing equipment for high water jacket sensors and conduct testing.

Provide cover for AC unit located on upper deck STBD side.

Ensure all supplies are properly stored and stowed away from E-lighting and any essential lifesaving and/or machinery equipment.

Ensure outstanding CG-835s issued on 25 Feb 2008 (paint locker hatch and all packing tubes holding electrical cables on genset 2,4,6,8) are completed.

Remove all rust from the sea chest compartment, located Port side of the gland seal pump room.

Provide a letter stating who is the POIC and the alternate PIC

Provide evidence that no less than 2 satisfactory fire drills with all equipment have been conducted nlt 01 Mar08

Ensure MSD has chemicals and is being used properly

Get IOPP onboard

Repair port AC generator oil seal

Demonstrate proper operation of the emergency lighting throughtout vessel

Get liferafts with updated certificates on board

Clean area behind stove

Repair latch on paint locker storage box

Clean bulkhead of excess oil from 399 gen

Repair or replace the fuel oil lines on the DC gens as required

Properly stuff all packing tubes holding electrical cables.

Provide at least two more Coast Guard approved lifejackets

Crop and renew holed bulkhead in way of starboard quarter main deck.

Remove all standing oil from bilges.

Remove hose and permanently secure low point drain valve at the lube oil tank.

Demonstrate proper operation of the emergency lighting in the forward pipe room.

Crop and renew wasted life raft support members.

Clean entire length or replace dryer ventilation tube.

Clean area behind the stove.

Demonstrate proper operation of all smoke detectors.

Clean entire length of accommodation air vents.

Remove dead end wiring from store room.

Replace dirt laden air intake filters topside.

Install three courses of rails around perimeter of barge.

Mount electrical wiring in way of the soak back pumps.

Demonstrate proper operation of the reverse power relays.

Demonstrate proper operation of the low lube oil and high jacket water temperature alarms on the Caterpillar generators.

Demonstrate proper operation of the remote fuel shut-offs.

Multiple leaking joints on the hydraulic pump seal piping.

Repair emergency escape hatch handle to operate properly.

Install guard on exhaust stack outside emergency escape hatch on upper deck.

Aft general alarm bell in engine room not working properly.

Non metallic fuel lines not approved. Install approved fuel lines.

Missing 1 Type 1 PFD. Required 10 as listed on COI.

Replace liferaft hydrostatic release unit with CG approved unit.

Remove temporary Conex box generator package on upper deck or submit new stability information for CG approval.

Conduct overload test anchor cables or replace with new cable.

Demonstrate proper use of fire fighting gear during fire drill.

Repair the water leaking from the #2 EMD recirculation pump.

Liferaft sent for annual servicing to Qatar Communications which was not approved for servicing Elliot liferafts. Vessel required to send liferaft to facility approved for Elliot liferafts. Vessel not allowed to operate with persons onboard until liferaft is serviced or until loaner raft onboard.

Provide 01 additional USCG approved type I lifejacket to ensure a total of 10 type I lifejackets onboard vessel, until completed, only 09 persons are allowed onboard during operation of the vessel.

Modify starboard midships engineroom door to make the same water/weathertight. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Door

Make main deck void space hatches watertight.

Repair leak in service line and fit proper watertight penetration where pipe penetrates lower level of fwd engineroon bulkhead. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Pipe Flange

Fit 30x30 mesh flame screens or equivalent arrangement through overlapping 20x20 mesh screens for all fuel & oil tanks.

Replace bracket on aft port bulkhead of gym/storeroom.

Update oil record book to include required diagrams, procedures, and oil transfers recorded on vessel's rough log.

Provide appropriate fireman outfits in accordance with 46 CFR 96.35.

Provide evidence that the PERSON IN CHARGE has proficiency in liferaft equipment and operation.

Complete re-servicing of 10 persion Elliot liferaft at a USCG approved servicing facility.

Provide ability to make engine room weather tight; seal penetration on main deck into hoist room, provide closure to engine exhaust, seal numerous wire penetrations in hoist room, and redirect engine room supply ventilation to draw from outside source vs. hoist room.

Hydrostatically test at DOT approved facility or replace 3 CO2 extinguishers LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Service

Secure/mount exterior lights on stbd aft main deck

Secure/mount emergency lights in pump room

Replace missing wire courses (rail) along deck edge LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Deck Rail

Mount portable extinguishers in engine room

Provide fixed CO2 extinguishing system for paint locker

Mount 2 additional liferings on port and starboard side (total 8)

Mount starboard forward lifering water light LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Self-igniting Lights

Replace or repair inoperative fire main relief valve LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Pressure

Properly repair spliced wiring on port generator

Provide person-in-charge designation letter/statement

Label general alarms "GENERAL ALARM-WHEN EMERGENCY ALARM SIGNAL RINGS GO TO YOUR STATION'' in red letters at least ½ inch high.

Replace wastage found in port aft ballast ventilation pipe

Crop and renew deck wastage found on starboard forward 01 deck in way of ladderway

Crop and renew deck wastage found on port aft 01 deck LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Deck Plating

Crop and renew wastge found on starboard side ladderway leading to lower main deck pump space (as discussed)

Crop and renew wasted vertical stiffeners on main deck aft bulkhead

Crop and renew severe pitting found on port side fuel fill piping LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Valve Flange

Properly repair exhaust system leaks on #2 and # 3 auxiliary diesel engines. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Piping (exhaust)

VESSEL REQUIRED TO UNDERGO DRYDOCK AND INTERNAL STRUCTURAL EXAMINATION.

RESCUE BOAT APPROVED IN LIEU OF TUG REQUIRED ON COI FOR DURATION OF DREDGING OPERATIONS AS LONG AS BTD-55 REMAINS WITHIN DEMARCATION LINE FROM SOUTHWESTERN MOST POINT OF DEMOCRAT POINT ACROSS FIRE ISLAND INLET TO SORE THUMB.

PROVIDE MEANS TO DISCHARGE OIL SLOP TANK THROUGH PIPING SYSTEM WITH STANDARD DISCHARGE CONNECTIONS.

INSTALL POT RAILS AND OVEN LATCH ON GALLEY STOVE.

PROVIDE CG APPROVED SHIPBOARD OIL POLLUTION EMERGENCY PLAN ON BOARD VESSEL.VESSEL NOT ALLOWED TO CARRY OIL IN ANY FORM ON BOARD BEYOND THE TERRITORIALSEAS UNTIL ITEM IS COMPLETE.

REMOVE OR PLACE BACK INTO OPERATION FIXED FIREFIGHTING SYSTEM. ALL EXCESS FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT CARRIED ABOARD VESSEL MUST BE OF AN APPROVED TYPE, TESTED AT INSPECTIONS, AND KEPT IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION AND INSPECTED IAW 46 CFR 95.10

INSTALL AND PROVE PROPER OPERATION OF OILY WATER SEPERATOR(OWS). OWS INSTALLATION MUST BE CG APPROVED IAW 46 CFR 155.410

REPLACE/RENEW COVER FOR REFRIGERATION UNIT, GALLEY.

INDENTIFY AND LABEL BY NUMBER ALL FIRE STATIONS.

REPAIR/RENEW GANGWAY CHAINS AND WASTED STANCHIONS ON MAIN DECK.

REPLACE MISSING GLOBES AND GUARDS ON ALL LIGHTING AS REQUIRED.

DEMONSTRATE EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN/OVERSPEED OF MAIN GENERATOR AND MAIN DREDGE PUMP.

PROVIDE CURRENT FMC CERTIFICATE.

CORRECT LABELING OF EMERGENCY GENERATOR SHUTDOWN.

BLANK OVER FRESH WATER INTAKE.

RENEW PIPING TO OUTSIDE AIR RECEIVER AS REQUIRED.

CLEAN/OIL FREE ALL BILGES.

REPAIR BROKEN HANDRAIL, AFT SECTION, LOWER ENGINE ROOM.

INSTALL FIXED PIPE FOR OILY BILGE DISCHARGE.

STENCIL RINGBUOYS AS REQUIRED.

REPAIR SOUND-POWERED PHONE IN SHIP'S OFFICE.

REPAIR LATCH ON INSIDE OF PORT AND STARBOARD STACKS.

REPAIR ELECTRICAL BOXES ABOVE QUARTERS, STERN AREA.

REPAIR LADDER CAGE ASCENDING SPUD SUPPORTS.

CLEAN/REPLACE FLAME SCREENS ON VENT OVER QUARTERS.

REPAIR FIRE DETECTION THERMAL UNIT ON BULKHEADS IN MAIN QUARTERS.

REPAIR SOUND POWERED PHONE IN T.V. ROOM.

SERVICE FIXED FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM FOR GALLEY HOOD.

LABEL ALL DECK VENTS AND FLAME SCREENS AS TO SPACE SERVED.