FOTU O SAMOA II

Fixed fire detection and fire alarm systems for periodically unattended machinery spaces. PSCO found the vessels installed fixed fire detection system in the engine room was not operational. The vessel has installed two household style smoke detectors above each main engine. 74 SOLAS (1997)CH II-2 REG 14.1-.3

Machinery spaces of category A containing internal combustion machinery shall be provided with: One of the fire-extinguishing systems required by paragraph 1.1. After review of service certificates for the ships fixed fire extinguishing system PSCO discovered the findings from servicing companies 12SEP2024 report as follows: Cylinders 3 years overdue for hydrotest, Cylinders Low in CO2/Empty and are currently ineffective, hoses not replaced at 10 years and are showing damage and need replaced, alarm switch has been removed and should be reconnected, pin to hold center valve actuator in place is missing and needs to be replaced, blow through of manifold, distribution valve test not completed as no air compressor available on board. During visual inspection of system and piping PSCO observed heavy corrosion to system and piping. 74 SOLAS (1997)CH II-2 REG 7.2.1

Every oil fuel pipe, which, if damaged, would allow oil to escape from a storage, settling or daily service tank situated above the double bottom, shall be fitted with a cock or valve directly on the tank capable of being closed from a safe position outside the space concerned in the event of a fire occurring in the space in which such tanks are situated. PSCO observed crew attempting to operate all five remote fuel shut offs all five failed to operate. 74 SOLAS (1997)CH II-2 REG 15.2.5

The machinery, boilers and other pressure vessels, associated piping systems and fittings shall be of a design and construction adequate for the service for which they are intended and shall be so installed and protected as to reduce to a minimum any danger to persons on board, due regard being paid to moving parts, hot surfaces and other hazards. During inspection in the vessels engine room PSCO’s carbon monoxide detector alarmed alerting to detectable presence of Carbon Monoxide, additionally PSCO observed a cloudy haze in engine room, and identified the distinct smell of engine exhaust, suggesting a significant exhaust leak.

The machinery, boilers and other pressure vessels, associated piping systems and fittings shall be of a design and construction adequate for the service for which they are intended and shall be so installed and protected as to reduce to a minimum any danger to persons on board, due regard being paid to moving parts, hot surfaces and other hazards. During inspection in the vessels engine room PSCO’s carbon monoxide detector alarmed alerting to detectable presence of Carbon Monoxide, additionally PSCO observed a cloudy haze in engine room, and identified the distinct smell of engine exhaust, suggesting a significant exhaust leak. 74 SOLAS (2004)CH I REG 11

Where necessary, oil fuel and lubricating oil pipelines shall be screeened or otherwise protected to avoid oil spray or oil leaks on to hot surfaces or into air intakes. The PSCO observed oil pooling on the flange of the turbo charger. 74 SOLAS (1997)CH II-2 REG 15.5.1

In spaces where penetration of oil products is possible, the surface of insulation shall be impervious to oil or oil vapours. Lagging was missing adjacent to pipe leading to turbo charger resulting in oil accumulation. 74 SOLAS (1997)CH II-2 REG 18.6

The following basic principles underlie the regulations in this chapter and are embodied in the regulations as appropriate, having regard to the type of ships and the potential fire hazard involved: restricted use of combustible material. The engine room was found to be housing active batteries in wood box fixtures. 74 SOLAS (1997)CH II-2 REG 2.2.3

Fire hoses shall be of non-perishable material approved by the Administration and shall be of sufficient in length to project a jet of water to any of the spaces in which they may be required to be used. During testing of ships main fire pump PSCO observed one of the two hoses to have 100s of pin hole leaks throughout the length of the hose. 74 SOLAS (1997) CH II-2 REG 4.7.1

For ships constructed on or after 1 October 1994, the alternative means to be provided in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3.3.3 shall be an independently driven, power operated emergency fire pump with its source of power and sea connection located outside the machinery space. PSCO observed vessel has no emergency fire pump on board to test. 74 SOLAS (1997)CH II-2 REG 4.3.3.1

All electrical apparatus shall be so constructed and so installed as not to cause injury when handled or touched in a normal manner. There was exposed electrical wiring present in the engine room. 74 SOLAS (2004)CH II-1 REG 45.1.3

Machinery spaces of category A shall be adequately ventilated so as to ensure that when machinery or boilers therein are operated at full power in all weather conditions including heavy weather , an adequate supply of air is maintained to the spaces for the safety and comfort of personal and the operation of machinery. PSCO observed a fan identified by crew as the engine room ventilation fan had been electrically disconnected and not operational. 74 SOLAS (2004)CH II-1 REG 35

The lights prescribed in these Rules (Subpart C) shall have an intensity as specified in Annex I to these Rules (33 CFR part 84). When directed to energize navigational lighting PSCO observed multiple navigation lights were not energized. 33 CFR 83.22(b)

Passenger ships of less than 500 gross tonnage where the total number of persons on board is less than 200 may comply with the following: They shall carry on each side of the ship inflatable or rigid liferafts of such aggregate capacity as to accommodate the total number of person on board. Unless arrangements allow for easy side to side transfer, additional liferafts shall be provided so that the total capacity available on each side shall accommodate 150% of total number of persons onboard. The PSCO observed that the vessel was issued a Passenger Ship Safety Certificate back in May of 2024 which authorized the carriage of 100 adult passengers and 20 child passengers, and a minimum safe manning document requiring a crew of 10 . However, the vessel only has two 25 person liferafts, one on port and one on starboard. 74 SOLAS (1997)CH III REG 20.1.5

Fixed fire detection and fire alarm systems for periodically unattended machinery spaces. PSCO found the vessels installed fixed fire detection system in the engine room was not operational. The vessel has installed two household style smoke detectors above each main engine. 74 SOLAS (1997)CH II-2 REG 14.1-.3

Machinery spaces of category A containing internal combustion machinery shall be provided with: One of the fire-extinguishing systems required by paragraph 1.1. After review of service certificates for the ships fixed fire extinguishing system PSCO discovered the findings from servicing companies 12SEP2024 report as follows: Cylinders 3 years overdue for hydrotest, Cylinders Low in CO2/Empty and are currently ineffective, hoses not replaced at 10 years and are showing damage and need replaced, alarm switch has been removed and should be reconnected, pin to hold center valve actuator in place is missing and needs to be replaced, blow through of manifold, distribution valve test not completed as no air compressor available on board. During visual inspection of system and piping PSCO observed heavy corrosion to system and piping. 74 SOLAS (1997)CH II-2 REG 7.2.1

Every oil fuel pipe, which, if damaged, would allow oil to escape from a storage, settling or daily service tank situated above the double bottom, shall be fitted with a cock or valve directly on the tank capable of being closed from a safe position outside the space concerned in the event of a fire occurring in the space in which such tanks are situated. PSCO observed crew attempting to operate all five remote fuel shut offs all five failed to operate. 74 SOLAS (1997)CH II-2 REG 15.2.5

The machinery, boilers and other pressure vessels, associated piping systems and fittings shall be of a design and construction adequate for the service for which they are intended and shall be so installed and protected as to reduce to a minimum any danger to persons on board, due regard being paid to moving parts, hot surfaces and other hazards. During inspection in the vessels engine room PSCO’s carbon monoxide detector alarmed alerting to detectable presence of Carbon Monoxide, additionally PSCO observed a cloudy haze in engine room, and identified the distinct smell of engine exhaust, suggesting a significant exhaust leak.

The machinery, boilers and other pressure vessels, associated piping systems and fittings shall be of a design and construction adequate for the service for which they are intended and shall be so installed and protected as to reduce to a minimum any danger to persons on board, due regard being paid to moving parts, hot surfaces and other hazards. During inspection in the vessels engine room PSCO’s carbon monoxide detector alarmed alerting to detectable presence of Carbon Monoxide, additionally PSCO observed a cloudy haze in engine room, and identified the distinct smell of engine exhaust, suggesting a significant exhaust leak. 74 SOLAS (2004)CH I REG 11

For ships constructed on or after 1 October 1994, the alternative means to be provided in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 3.3.3 shall be an independently driven, power operated emergency fire pump with its source of power and sea connection located outside the machinery space. PSCO observed vessel has no emergency fire pump on board to test. 74 SOLAS (1997)CH II-2 REG 4.3.3.1

The lights prescribed in these Rules (Subpart C) shall have an intensity as specified in Annex I to these Rules (33 CFR part 84). When directed to energize navigational lighting PSCO observed multiple navigation lights were not energized. 33 CFR 83.22(b)

Passenger ships of less than 500 gross tonnage where the total number of persons on board is less than 200 may comply with the following: They shall carry on each side of the ship inflatable or rigid liferafts of such aggregate capacity as to accommodate the total number of person on board. Unless arrangements allow for easy side to side transfer, additional liferafts shall be provided so that the total capacity available on each side shall accommodate 150% of total number of persons onboard. The PSCO observed that the vessel was issued a Passenger Ship Safety Certificate back in May of 2024 which authorized the carriage of 100 adult passengers and 20 child passengers, and a minimum safe manning document requiring a crew of 10 . However, the vessel only has two 25 person liferafts, one on port and one on starboard. 74 SOLAS (1997)CH III REG 20.1.5

Any required fire detectionshall be capable of immediate operation at all times. Smoke alarm shall be operational located on the bridge.

Bilge wells in periodically unattended machinery spaces shall be monitored in such a way that the accumulation of liquids is detected at normal angles of trim and heel. High water level float switch found to be inoperable.

A self-propelled vessel of 65 feet or more in length, engaged in commercial service must have on board a properly installed, operational Coast Guard type-approved AIS Class A device. An AIS is not installed on board. Clear NLT 60dayS 33CFR164.46(b)

Main and Emergency switchboards shall be so arranged as to give access without danger to personnel. Nonconducting mats or grating shall be provided at the front of the switchboard. vessel switchboard has missing plugs on front of switchboard that may expose crew to electrical shock. A nonconducting mat is not installed infront of the switchboard. 74SOLAS(04)II-1/45.2

All electrical apparatus shall be so constructed and so installed as not to cause injury when handled or touched in the normal manner. The light cover in the galley is missing, causing exposed wires and light element. 74SOLAS(04)II-1/45.1.3

Each vessel must have Marine charts of the area to be transited, published by the National Ocean Service, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, or a river authority that Are of a large enough scale and have enough detail to make safe navigation of the area possible and Are currently corrected. 33CFR164.33(a)

The fitting of effective screens, to prevent the oil fuel in the case of spillage through the terminations of the sounding pipes from coming into contact with a source of ignition. Starboard side fuel oil vent flame screen is functional due to corrosion. 74SOLAS(97)II-2/15.2.6.1.2

The machinery...shall be designed and constructed adequate for the service which they are intended and shall be installed and protected as to reduce to a minimum any danger to persons on board. #1 Ship Generator's temperature and oil gauges are not working; turbo intake hose to manifold is saturated with oil; and missing valve cover breather. 74SOLAS(04)II-1/26.1

Water tight decks, trunks, tunnels...shall be of the same strength, as watertight bulkheads. Port side deck trunk and Steering trunk's hatch gaskets are not properly sealing. 74SOLAS(04)II-1/19.1

Found vessels loadline painted over and not contrasting in color. The ring, lines and letters shall be painted in white or yellow on a dark background or in black on a light background. They shall also be permanently marked on the sides of the vessels to the satisfaction of the assigning authority.

Every part of the crew accommodation, except store rooms, shall be kept free from stores and other property not belonging to or provided for the use of persons for whom that part of the accommodation is appropriated, and in particular no cargo shall be kept in any part of the crew accommodation.

Main deck Port Stern quarter railing missing middle rail

Provide coast pilot, light list, Nav rules.

Provide onboard signalling lamp

Provide 2 additional parachute flares for a total of 12.

Provide nozzels for 2 fire hose stations in engine room.

Provide nozzle for port side fire hose station on deck

Post Marpol Placard in common area.

Provide Y applicator for each nozzle fire station in engine room

Offload oilywater in machinery space to an approved reception facility.

Make repairs to water tight door coamings.

Provide dogs for dampers and dead light covers.

Main fuel shutoff operational remote shut offs require maintenance.

Control of oil discharge. Repair/replace sight glass valves for daily fuel tank. Engineer stated that vessel's sight glass valve is showing improper level due to faulty valve. Engineer used a wire-tie strap to keep valve open.

Remove fuel-oil from engine room bilge. Vessel's engine room bilge had approximately 10 gallons of oil/fuel.

Remove all fuel oil soaked contaminants from vessel.

Vessels wood planks located on main deck are soaked with fuel. Vessel need to remove oil soaked planks from vessel and replace.

The vessel's cargo loading door gasket is 4 inches short from top of the seal. Vessel must replace this missing edge of the gasket.

Satellite EPIRB must comply with performance standards. EPIRB is not registered with the vessel's admin and does not transmit vessel data when energized.

The master and chief mate shall have the minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency, required for the certification they currently hold, listed in STCW code Part A, column 2 of table A-II/2. FOTU O SAMOA II crew members do not have appropriate STCW training for carriage of dangerous goods in packaged form.

A ship of 100 GT or more must have containment capacity around each fuel vent or fuel fill pipe that has a capacity of at least 21 gallons; or equip each fuel vent or fuel fill pipe with a portable container of at least 5 U.S. gallon capacity when fueling.

Every ship shall be provided with fire hoses complying with applicable requirements in SOLAS Ch. II-2. One fire hose on the upper deck is missing a spray nozzle.

The cargo loading ramp gasket was found in a wasted condition. A four inch long section of gasket was found severed and a ten inch section of gasket is warped which prevents a weathertight seal.

At least two self contained breathing apparatuses additional to those required by SOLAS Ch. II-2 regulation 17 shall be provided for carriage of dangerous goods. FOTU O SAMOA only maintains two SCBAs onboard for fire fighting purposes.