HIGH ROLLER

Each vessel inspected and certificated under the provisions of this subchapter must, when any passengers are aboard during the tenure of the certificate, be in full compliance with the terms of the certificate. Vessel has missed their drydock deadline of 26FEB2026. Vessel is restricted from carrying passengers until drydock credit is given. 46 CFR 176.100(b)

Vessels must carry at least 3 red hand flares approved in accordance with 46 CFR 160.021 and 3 hand orange smoke distress signals in accordance with 46 CFR 160.037. Vessel's orange hand smoke signals were expired. Replace all expired pyrotechnic signals with new distress signals.

At least one ring life buoy must be fitted with a lifeline of at least 60 feet in length which must be attached around the body of the ring life buoy. Ring buoy lifeline was attached to buoy grab lines. Remove lifeline from buoy grab lines and attach line to body of buoy.

Each ring life buoy with a floating water light must have a lanyard of at least 3 feet but not more than 6 feet in length securing the water light around the body of the ring life buoy. Water light was found to be of insufficient length. Replace and attach appropriate length line to water light.

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 giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull, protection against fire, means of escape in case of a sudden unexpected casualty, guards and rails in hazardous places, ventilation of enclosed spaces, and necessary facilities for passengers and crew. Vessel lacks longitudinal structural members. Thus, the wood planking that rests on top of the pontoons sags in between the lateral supports. Vessel needs additional longitudinal supports of rigid construction - repair at next drydock. 46 CFR 177.100

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 giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull, protection against fire, means of escape in case of a sudden unexpected casualty, guards and rails in hazardous places, ventilation of enclosed spaces, and necessary facilities for passengers and crew. The metal framing just above the pontoons contained metal fasteners joining the wood beams to it. The metal around the fasteners was corroded, rendering the fastener & washers inefficient. Replacing the washers with a larger one will prove more coverage and support. Locations (from FWD to AFT): PORT & STBD side at Compartments 1 & 2

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 giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull, protection against fire, means of escape in case of a sudden unexpected casualty, guards and rails in hazardous places, ventilation of enclosed spaces, and necessary facilities for passengers and crew. Vessel placed wooden (supportive) blocks in between the lateral metal framing to support sagging, wood planking. The wooden supports need to be permanently affixed/fastened to the base (i.e. wooden planking above the pontoons). Locations (from FWD to AFT): PORT side at Compartments 5 & 6 STBD side at Compartment 4

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 giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull, protection against fire, means of escape in case of a sudden unexpected casualty, guards and rails in hazardous places, ventilation of enclosed spaces, and necessary facilities for passengers and crew. Screws and washers drilled into base (i.e. wooden planking above the pontoons) were significantly corroded & require replacement. Location (from FWD to AFT): PORT side at FWD & AFT part of Compartment 4 (02 fasteners total)

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 giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull, protection against fire, means of escape in case of a sudden unexpected casualty, guards and rails in hazardous places, ventilation of enclosed spaces, and necessary facilities for passengers and crew. IAW a special note posted in 22APR2022, the pontoon plate thickness is 0.190". During today's inspection, pitting was found all throughout the upper half (unpainted portion) of the pontoons on both the PORT and STBD sides. All pits were measured to be no greater than 0.050" in depth. Covering the entirety of the pontoon with a protective paint/epoxy coating (to the satisfactory of the MI) is sufficient to reduce rate of pitting and spread; MI's should continue to monitor pitting & reassess at next drydock.

Portable fire extinguisher installation and locaton must be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. The brackets for the forward stbd side and aft port side portable fire extinguishers were not intended for use as fire extinguisher brackets. Replace brackets with maunfacturer type brackets.

Each item of lifesaving equipment determined by the marine inspetor to not be in serviceable condition must be repaired or replaced. Life ring was found to not be in serviceable condition at time of inspection. Repair or replace to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.

All machinery and equipment must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery failure and personnel injury. Both port and starboard fuel supply lines were of diminished integrity due to exposure to the elements. Replace in accordance with manufacturer's requirements.

Portable and Semi-portable extinguishers must be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10. NFPA 10 chapter 6.1.3.6 states: Fire extinguishers installed under conditions where they are subject to dislodgement shall be installed in manufacturer’s strap-type brackets specifically designed for this problem. Current portable fire extinguisher brackets do not adequately protect the fire extinguishers from dislodgement.

During the examination all accessible parts of the vessel's underwater body...shall be made available for examination. Multiple pits were identified during drydock inspection. Significant superficial material and growth were present on vsl's port and starboard pontoons as well as support beams. Thoroughly clean pontoons and support beams for re-inspection and be prepared to pressure test port and starboard pontoons.

Master did not have required medical certificate issued with license.

Close off sewage tank electrical switch to make watertight and remove dead end wiring.

Retain copy of random drug testing results for 1 year.

Inspectors found a weak section of plywood deck at the embarkation point. Owner was instructed to make temporary repairs to the satisfaction of the attending inspector.

Vessel's port outboard engine was found not operational. Vessel must prove operation of all propulsion machinery prior to caring passengers.

BS01. Replace recalled Kidde Fire Extiniguishers: 01 10:BC and 01 40:BC.

BS02 Conduct and log drug and alcohol training.

BS03 Provide MIS report data.

BS04 Provide training logs to Coast Guard.

Provide log for 2017 drills, training and lifesaving equipment maintenance.

Provide MIS report for year 2016.

DC01: Replace port and starboard sidelight fixtures. 46 CFR 183.420. Due 29JUL16.