MAD GAFFER II

A submersible electric bilge pump may be used as a power bilge pump provided that the pump is permanently mounted. The aft-most bilge pump was not permanently mounted. Mount submersible bilge pump to the bilge so that it cannot be moved from its location during operation.

All cable and wires must be installed with metal supports spaced not more than 24 inches apart, and in such a manner as to avoid chafing and other damage. The use of plastic tie wraps must be limited to the bundling or retention of multiple cable installations, and not used as a means of support. Various wire and cable installations throughout the engine space and bilge voids were supported by plastic tie wraps and had abandoned electrical cabling integrated into the serviceable wiring. Remove all abandoned wiring and plastic tie wraps and fasten loose wiring with metal supports.

The float-free link required by §180.130(a)(1) must be: Certified to meet §160.073 in subchapter Q of this chapter and of proper strength for the size of the life float or buoyant apparatus as indicated on its identification tag. The float free link installed for both life floats does not bear an identification tag, so the breaking strength cannot be confirmed. Replace the float free link with one of proper size and strength as specified by subchapter Q of 46 CFR.

Each connection to a conductor or terminal part of a conductor must be made within an enclosure. The enclosure in the tank space had a broken cover with exposed wire connections.

An inspection for renewal of a Certificate of Inspection is conducted to determine if the vessel is in satisfactory condition, fit for the service intended, and complies with all applicable regulations. It normally includes inspection and testing of the structure, machinery, equipment, and on a sailing vessel, rigging and sails. The owner or operator must conduct all tests as required by the OCMI, and make the vessel available for all specific inspections and drills required by subpart H of this part. In addition, the OCMI may require the vessel to get underway. Found excessive oil in engine room bilge. Discrepancy written and 14 days given to clean it up. 46 CFR 176.404

Bilge pump in tank space was inop. Proper operation was witnessed prior to end of inspection. Cleared on the spot. 46 CFR 182.500

Wire splices made with crimpers in lazarette and engine space need to be made in an enclosure. Enclosure in tank space needs to be secured permenantly.

Electrical submersible pump in lazarette space needs to be permenantly secured.

Vessel name needs to be marked on both sides of the bow. Letters not less than 4 inches in height.

Install metal supports on cable runs at spacing no greater than 24 inches.

Remove dead end wiring.

Post proper emergency instructions.

Obtain required ammonia inhalants.

Maintain company drug policy onboard.

Vessel had run aground on rocks. Vessel was found to have four (04) spots on the stbd side of mono-hull that require permanent repair. Two spots where on the keel and two others where on the stbd chine. Repair must be made with only Epoxy resin and the area of repair must be tapered back with a 1 to 12 or more scarf ratio. Require repair proposal to the the satisfaction of attending MI.

The Coast Guard amended its regulations governing the maximum weight and the number of passengers that may safely be permitted on board a passenger vessel based on a new Assumed Average Weight Per Passenger (AAWPP) of 185 lbs per person. Based on the new AAWPP your vessel has been restricted to the following passenger count of 12 passengers and 02 crew.

Demonstrate proper operation of fixed fire fighting system to include automatic and override discharge functions prior to carrying passenger for hire.

Prove proper operation of fixed firefighting system release indication (visual/audible).

Stencil 4 pers. L/F with capacity.

Provide current hydrostatic release for EPIRB. Vessel restricted to NMT 03 NM from shore.

Provide bilge pump auto indicator lights for each installed bilge pump.

Provide proper eye wash for first aid kit. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Medicine Chest

Provide and label proper fire buckets. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Capacity

Provide proper label for emergency fuel shut off.

Ensure all thru bulkhead fittings are water-tight. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Gasket

Change out tape on life float grab lines.

Raw water cooling discharge missing double hose clamps. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Piping (exhaust)

Bilge pumps not properly UL listed. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Pump

Provide proper water tight closure for hawspipe arangement.

Provide proof af all employees on vessel enrolled in company managed drug testing program.

PROVIDE PROOF OF VESSEL DOCUMENTATION.

PROVIDE PROOF OF CERTIFIED TECH REPORT FOR VESSEL FIXED FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM AND ALL PORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS.

PROVIDE PROOF OF PROPER OPERATION OF VESSEL HORN.

PROVE OPERATION OF VESSEL STERN LIGHT.

REFASTEN HAND RAILS ON BOW FOR BOTH PORT AND STBD SIDES.

REPLACE REFLECTIVE TAPE AND CONNECT WEAK LINK ON VESSEL 10 PERSON LIFEFLOAT.

PROVIDE PROOF OF EPRIB REGISTRATION.

ELECTRICAL BOX LOCATED ON THE ENGINE (LOWER, STBD SIDE, AFT) WAS IMPROPERLYREPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE.

PROVIDE APPROVED FIRST AID KIT._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

PROVIDE NEW BATTERY FOR FLOAT LIGHTS.

PROVIDE RETRO TAPE ON LIFERING._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

PROVIDE FIRE HOSE AND NOZZLE._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

PROVIDE APPROVED CAT1 406 EPIRB.

PROVIDE PROPER PUBLICATIONS.

PROVIDE ONE BII FIRE EXT._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

MARK "DISTRESS SIGNALS" ON FLARE BOX._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

PROVIDE 2 ADULT PFD'S._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

PROVIDE NAME OF VESSEL ON L/F._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

VESSEL IS NOT TO CARRY PASSENGERS UNTIL DRYDOCK IS SATISFACTORILY COMPLETED.

PRIOR TO OPERATING THE VESSEL, PROVIDE AN OPERATOR WITH A VALID FCC_x001C_ OPERATOR'S PERMIT._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

PROVIDE A VALID FCC STATION LICENSE AND A VALID FCC OPERATOR'S PERMIT._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

MARK THE ADULT LIFE PRESERVERS WITH THE VESSEL NAME (MAKE LEGIBLE).

PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL SERVICING OF BOTH B-II PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

PROVIDE EVIDENCE THAT THE CERTIFICATE OF DOCUMENTATION HAS BEEN RENEWED. CORRECT PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS FOR HIRE._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

REPAIR THE LIFEFLOAT WATERLIGHT._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

DEMONSTRATE OPERATION OF THE ANCHOR WINDLASS._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

RENEW THE SEAPAINTER ON THE LIFEFLOAT._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_

PROVIDE 1 CHILD TYPE I USCG APPROVED LIFE PRESERVER. VESSEL RESTRICTED TO 1 CHILD UNTIL ADDITIONAL CHILD PFD'S PROVIDEED.

PROVIDE UPDATED LIGHT LIST FOR AREA OF OPERATION.

Provide updated Navigation Rules Inland.

REPAIR HOLE IN STEM AT WATERLINE PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS. HOLE IS APPROXIMATELY 1/4" IN DIAMETER._x001C_

REPAIR DETERIORATED AREA OF HULL COATING LOCATED AT CHINE PORTSIDE AFT PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS.

PROVIDE (1) ONE HEAT DEFLECTOR SHIELD FOR MDE'S FUEL SYSTEM, WHERE MISSING.ORIGINAL COMPLIANCE DATE IS 10JUL89.

PROVIDE A VALID FCC SAFETY CERTIFICATE PRESENTLY NOT ONBOARD. THE VESSEL IS RESTRICTED TO NOT MORE THAN 1000 FEET FROM SHORE, UNTIL FCC SAFETY CERTIFICATE IS ONBOARD. ORIGINAL COMPLIANCE DATE IS 10JUL89.

PROVIDE THE MOST RECENT COPIES OF THE TIDE TABLE, TIDAL CURRENT TABLE, AND NOTICE TO MARINERS PRESENTLY NOT ONBOARD. ORIGINAL COMPLIANCE DATE IS 10JUL89.

MAKE PERMANENT REPAIRS TO TWO (2) BLISTERS PORT SIDE BOTTOM HULL.

REMOVE ONE (1) BOTTOM HULL STRAINER FOR THE INSPECTION OF THE THROUGH HULL FITTING.

RENEW THE TAILSHAFT RUBBER CUTLESS BEARING, WHERE WORN MORE THAN FIFTY PERCENT.

RENEW THE LIFEFLOAT GRABLINES AND MAKE REPAIRS TO THE LIFEFLOATS OUTER PROTECTIVE COATING WHERE PEELED AWAY. REPAIRS ARE TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO 01AUG87.

PROVIDE A CG APPROVED FLOAT FREE LINK FOR THE LIFE FLOAT.

PROVIDE A DOUBLE CLAMP ON THE TOILET INTAKE LINE IN WAY OF THE INTAKE VALVE.

RENEW, AS NECESSARY, THE REFLECTING TAPE ON THE LIFE JACKETS.

STENCIL THE LIFEFLOAT WITH ITS CAPACITY.

PROVIDE ON BOARD 7 ADULT PFD'S. UNTIL THIS REQUIREMENT IS MET, A MAXIMUM OF 10 PERSONS MAY BE CARRIED.

PROVIDE ON BOARD THE CURRENT EDITION OF RULES OF THE ROAD.

PROVIDE ON BOARD THE CURRENT EDITION OF CHART #12214.