BRUCE MAIL

The Company should identify potential emergency shipboard situations, and establish procedures to respond to them. Since the emergency diesel generator is located in the main machinery space, the SMS does not address how to respond to a loss of power in the event of a machinery space casualty (fire, flooding, etc.) that renders the emergency diesel generator inaccessible. This causes a single point of failure that presents an unacceptable risk to the crew, vessel, and the environment. An external ISM audit is required. 74 SOLAS (24) IX/3.1 ISM Code 8.1 Code 30bc

The Company should ensure that all personnel involved in the Company's SMS have adequate understanding of the relevant rules, regulations, codes, and guidelines. The crew did not identify any issues with the emergency source of power being located in the main machinery space nor that it is impossible to stop the passage of smoke and flame from the galley or accommodation spaces to the bridge. 74 SOLAS (24)IX/3.1 ISM Code 8.1 Code 17bc

The emergency source of electrical power, associated transforming equipment...and emergency switchboard should be located above the uppermost continuous deck and should be readily accessible from the open deck. PSCO observed emergency generator located in the main machinery space below the uppermost continuous deck. CCSSC (1997) 2.34 Code 17bc

The emergency source of electric power, associated transforming equipment, if any, and emergency switchboard should be located above the uppermost continuous deck and should be readily accessible from the open deck. The emergency diesel generator is located in the main machinery space below the uppermost continuous deck. CCSSC (1997) 2.34 Code 17bc

Ventilation systems of each of the following groups of spaces should be entirely separated from each other: machinery spaces; galley; cargo spaces; and accommodation spaces and the control spaces. The ventilation system for the galley is not separated from the accommodation spaces or the navigation bridge as required by CCSSC. Thus, it is not possible to prevent the passage of smoke and flame between the galley, the accommodation spaces, and the bridge. CCSSC (1997) 3.16.6.1 Code 17bc

Subject to provisions of 3.16.1.2 and 3.16.1.3, the fire safety requirements of bulkheads, decks, doors, and stairways should, as far and as practicable and reasonable in the opinion of the Administration, comply with the applicable requirements of 1974 SOLAS Convention for such bulkheads, doors, and stairways. A solid wooden door is the only boundary separating the accommodation spaces (on deck 1), also fitted with solid wooden doors, from the stairway leading to the navigation bridge (on deck 2). No doors separate the accommodation spaces from the galley (on the main deck). This design represents an unmitigated fire risk. CCSSC (1997) 3.16.1.1 74 SOLAS Cons. II-2/2 Code 17bc

Paints, varnishes, and other finishes used on exposed interior surfaces should not offer an undue fire hazard in the judgment of the Administration and should not be capable of producing excessive quantities of smoke. Wood finishes are on the walls of the accommodation spaces, and the crew was unable to provide evidence that they will not pose an undue fire hazard or produce excessive quantities of smoke. CCSSC (1997) 3.16.3.2 Code 17bc

Life-saving appliances required by this chapter should comply with the technical specifications of the LSA Code. Except as provided by this section, all rescue boats shall comply with paragraphs 4.4.1 to 4.4.7.4. Each lifeboat shall be fitted with a permanently affixed approval plate endorsed by the Administration or its representative, containing at least the following items: manufacturer’s name and address; lifeboat model and serial number; month and year of manufacture; number of persons the lifeboat is approved to carry; and the approval information required under paragraph 1.2.2.9. Each production lifeboat shall be provided with a certificate of declaration of conformity. The rescue boat does not have the affixed approval plate nor a certificate of declaration of conformity. CCSSC (1997) 4.3.1 LSA Code 5.1.1.1 LSA Code 4.4.1.2 Code 17bc

The ring, lines, and letters...shall be permanently marked on the side of the ship to the satisfaction of the Administration. The deck line was painted but not permanently affixed. ICLL I/8 Code 40bc

The emergency fire pump, sea suction, and other valves shall be operable from outside the compartment containing the main fire pump and in a position not likely to be cut off by fire in the compartment. PSCOs observed both fire pumps in the same space (eng. room). CCSSC 3.3.10.2

In all such ships, fire control plans shall be kept up to date. PSCO's discovered no fire pumps labeled on the fire control plan; plan incomplete. CCSSC 3.13.2

Cargo, cargo units, and cargo transport units shall be loaded, stored and secured throughout the voyage in accordance with the cargo securing manual approved by the administration. PSCOs observed no guidelines for securing vehicles on board the vessel. 74 SOLAS 2020 VII/5

In every case, The Administration shall fully Guarentee the completeness and efficiency of the survey and shall undertake to ensure the nesessary arrangements to satisfy this obligation. Incorrect equipment identified on IOPP Supplement. MARPOL I/6.3.4

The Surveys referred to in 1.10.1 should include the following items...lifesaving appliances and arrangements. Life Raft Equipment improperly identified on the CCSSC Supplement. CCSSC 1.10.2.2

Every oil fuel suction pipe from a storage, settling, or daily service tank situated above the double bottom shall be fitted with a cock or valve capable of being closed from outside the space concerned in the event of a fire in the space in which they are situated. Day tank remote closing valve found inoperable. SOLAS 74(Unamended) II-2/Reg 54(c)

Obtain approval of rescue boat davit IAW 46 CFR 133.40(d).

PROVIDE DETACHABLE CLIPS FOR WATERLIGHTS ON RING BUOYS.

REPLACE LINES ON RING BUOYS AS NECESSARY.

PROVIDE APPROVE PLANS FOR REPAIR TO PORT POTABLE WATER TANK'S AFT BLKHEAD.

ON OR BEFORE NEXT SCHEDULED DRYDOCK DUE 21 AUG 97, OPEN BALLAST TANKS 6 PORT AND 7 PORT AND MAKE AVAILABLE FOR EXAM OF REPAIRS COMPLETED JULY 96.

PROVE PROPER OPERATION OF BOTH PRESSURE VESSEL RELIEF VALVES.

PROVIDE COMMENT FROM ABS ON THE SATISFACTORILY CONDITION OF BOTH THE VESSEL'S ANCHOR CHAIN.

PROVE PROPER OPERATION OF THE S/S DIESEL GENERATOR SAFETY DEVICES.

EFFECT PERMANENT REPAIRS TO THE BULKHEAD, BETWEEN #6P & #7P BALLAST TANKS. REPAIRS IN WAY OF A 20" X 36" FRACTURE._x001C_ _x001C_ VESSEL WILL INSTAL TWO MILD STEEL INSERT PLATES.

PROVIDE EXTRA SCBA BOTTLE FOR FIREMEN OUTFIT #2.

PROVE PROPER OPERATION OF THE VESSEL'S FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM.

PROVE PROPER OPERATION OF ALL FIRE PUMPS.

PROVIDE A CURRENT UP TO DATE COMPASS DEVIATION CARD.

CONDUCT FIRE DRILL AND BOAT DRILL IN THE PRESENTS OF A U.S. COAST GUARD MARINE INSPECTOR.

PROVE PROPER OPERATION OF THE STEERING SYSTEM.

PROVIDE FIREMANS OUTFITS AND SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS AS PER 46 CFR 96.35.5.

NO.2 BALLAST TANK: CROP AND RENEW DETERIORATED AND OR DISTORED TRIANGULAR BRACKETS ON FORWARD BULKHEAD OF INBOARD VERTICAL STIFFENERS, DISTORTED AT CONNECTION WITH UNDERDECK AND BOTTOM LONGITUDIALS.

NO.3 STBD BALLAST TANK: CROP AND RENEW WASTED UNDERDECK TRANSVERSE FRAME AFT FROM INBOARD LONG. BULKHEAD TO 4TH UNDERDECK LONG. INBOARD UNDERDECK_x001C_ LONG WASTED FROM 3RD UNDERDECK TRANSVERSE TO AFT BULKHEAD TOGETHER WITH BULKHEAD BRACKET. AFT BULKHEAD BRACKET OF 2ND UNDERDECK LONG INBOARD WASTED

FOREPEAK TANK: CROP AND RENEW HORIZONTAL FLAT BAR STIFFENERS ON AFT BULKHEAD, P/S OUTBOARD DETERIORATED BRACKET CONNECTION 4TH VERTICAL SIDESHELL FR, AFT TO UNDERDECK TRANSVERSE. P/S DETERIORATED BRACKET CONNECTIONS ON 7TH VERTICAL SIDESHELL FR AFT. 4TH & 5TH BOTTOM TRANSVERSE.

UPDATE THE FIRE CONTROL PLAN. PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE FOLLOWING: LOCATIONS OF FIRE RETARDANT BULKHEADS, FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM, VENTILATION SYSTEM & DAMPERS, AND REMOTE MEANS OF STOPPING FANS. 46 CFR 97.36.1.

PROVIDE AN ADDITIONAL FIRE HYDRANT AND HOSE. MAIN DECK AFT RAMP HYDRAULIC MOTOR/PUMP NOT PROTECTED. 46 CFR 95.10.10 (d). UNTIL ITEM #3 IS COMPLETED,VESSEL WILL BE REQUIRED TO COUPLE TWO (2) LENGTHS OF FIREHOSE ON FIRE STATION #3.

THE MASTER OF THE M/V SEACOR CLIPPER IS TO NOTIFY COGNIZANT [name withheld] OCCURS IN THE BALLAST TANKS #2, #4, AND #5 PORT AND STARBOARD BETWEEN NOW AND NEXT DRYDOCKING. 46 CFR 97.07-1

AT TIME OF NEXT CREDIT DRYDOCKING MAKE PERMANENT REPAIRS TO THE INBOARD BULKHEADS OF BALLAST TANKS #2, #4, AND #5 PORT AND STARBOARD. ADDITIONAL GUAGINGS SHALL BE TAKEN TO DETERMINE EXTENT OF WASTAGE IN ADDITION TO THOSETAKEN 11SEP91.

REPLACE THE BAD BEARING IN #1 BILGE PUMP. ALIGN BALLEST PUMP FOR BILGE OPERATION.

REPAIR THE PORT MAIN ENGINE SHAFT TACHOMETER.

REPLACE EMERGENCY LIGHTS AT THE TWO VERTICAL ESCAPES IN THE ENGINEROOM TO COMPLY WITH 46 CFR 112.39-1.

PROVIDE A FUEL OIL TRANSFER PROCEDURE THAT COMPLIES WITH 33CFR155.750.

REPOSITION THE "RESTRICTED IN ABILITY TO MANEUVER" (RED-WHITE-RED) LIGHTS ON THE AFT MAST TO COMPLY WITH THE COLREGS ANNEX I PARAGRAPH 2(F)(ii), PARAGRAPH 3(C) AND PARAGRAPH 9(B) ALSO FOUND IN 33 CFR PART 81.