OEL SURYA

CABLES AND WIRES SHALL BE INSTALLED AND SUPPORTED IN SUCH A MANNER AS TO AVOID CHAFING AND OTHER DAMAGE. VERTICAL SUPPORTS FOR DECK LIGHTING CABLES WERE FOUND WASTED ALONG THE PORT AND STARBOARD DECK WALKWAYS.

TERMINATIONS AND JOINTS IN ALL CONDUCTORS SHALL BE MADE AS TO RETAIN THE ORIGINAL ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, FLAME-RETARDING AND, WHERE NECESSARY, FIRE-RESISTING PROPERTIES OF THE CABLE. 02 ELECTRICAL SPLICES FOUND ON THE RESCUE BOAT DAVIT AND 01 ELECTRICAL SPLICE FOUND ON THE WIRING ON THE #2 STARBOARD CARGO HOLD. THE JUNCTION BOX ON THE #2 ANCHOR WINCH WAS FOUND WITH BROKEN CABLE PLUGS.

CYLINDERS MUST ALWAYS BE SECURED AND, WHEN NOT IN USE, THEY MUST BE STOWED IN A RACK IN AN UPRIGHT POSITION, WITH THE VALVE PROTECTION CAP IN PLACE. PSCO FOUND CYLINDERS UNSECURED IN STORAGE ROOM 749 AND THE STEERING GEAR ROOM.

FOR THIS PURPOSE, THE FOLLOWING FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS SHALL BE MET: THE IGNITABILITY OF COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS SHALL BE RESTRICTED. PSCO FOUND OILY SOAKED RAGS IN A PLASTIC BUCKET IN THE ENGINE ROOM AND SOPEP LOCKER.

AFTER ANY SURVEY OF THE SHIP UNDER REGULATIONS 7, 8, 9, OR 10 HAS BEEN COMPLETED, NO CHANGE SHALL BE MADE IN THE STRUCTURAL ARRANGEMENTS, MACHINERY, EQUIPMENT AND OTHER ITEMS COVERED BY THE SURVEY, WITHOUT THE SANCTION OF THE ADMINISTRATION. VESSEL INSTALLED TEMPORARY AIR DUCTING FEEDING INTO THE 04 DIESEL GENERATORS.

A hazmat employee must receive the training required by this subpart at least once every three years. PSCO observed that the captain last received hazardous materials training on 12NOV21, a date over three years ago. 49 CFR 172.704(c)(2)

...Stairways...which penetrate more than a single deck shall... be protected by self-clsoing doors at all levels. PSCO observed inoperable fire door on deck 5 leading to the stairway. 74 SOLAS (24) II-2/9.2.3.4.1

A minimum of two inspections of the ship's bottom during any five-year period... PSCO observed the ship's last two inspections were conducted on 14AUG20 and 07SEP23. IN the last five-year period from 10SEP20 to 10SEP25, onlly one inspection has been conducted. 74 SOLAS (24) I/10(a)(v)

All engines in lifeboats and rescue boats shall be run for a total period of not less than 3 min...it should be demonstrated that the gearbox and gearbox train are engaging satisfactorily. PSCO observed the rescue boat was unable to engage astern propulsion.

...the essential importance of good housekeeping in the prevention of accidents to personnel...and the avoidance of any conditions on boad likely to be injurious to seafarers' health. PSCO observed significant standing water in the crew laundry space. ILO-147 p44/3(a)

For this purpose, the following functional requirements shall be met: escape routes shall be maintained in a safe condition...PSCO observed that emergency lights were inoperable just aft of the BOSN store, port side between bays 2 and 25, and port side between bays 33 and 35. 74 SOLAS (24) II-2/13.1.2

The purpose of this regulation is to detect a fire in the space of origin and to provide for alarm for safe escape and fire-fighting activity. PSCO observed that the smoke detector in the galley was covered by plastic wrap, impeding its function. 74 SOLAS (24) II-2/7

To prevent the ignition of combustible materials or flammable liquids, the following requirements shall be met: means shall be provided to control leaks of flammable liquids. PSCO observed substantial accumulation due to leaks on both purifiers, poooling underneath the system. Oil soaked rags were found as means of containment. 74SOLAS(20)II-2/4.1.1

To prevent the ignition of combustible materials or flammable liquids, the following requirements shall be met: means shall be provided to control leaks of flammable liquids. PSCO observed aux gen no. 2 leak around electrical configuration. Wires were ziptied and taped with oil present. 74SOLAS(20)II-2/4.1.1

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS SHALL BE SUCH THAT THE SAFETY OF PASSENGERS, CREW, AND SHIP FROM ELECTRICAL HAZARDS WILL BE ENSURED. PSCO IDENTIFIED MULTIPLE WIRING ARRANGEMENTS ON STERN WEATHER DECK LIGHTING FIXTURES THAT HAD EXPOSED WIRING WRAPPED AND SECURED WITH TAPE. 74 SOLAS (04) II-1/40.1.3

STAIRWAYS AND LADDERS SHALL BE SO ARRANGED AS TO PROVIDE READY MEANS OF ESCAPE TO THE LIFEBOAT AND LIFERAFT EMBARKATION DECK FROM PASSENGER AND CREW ACCOMODATION SPACES AND FROM SPACES IN WHICH THE CREW IS NORMALLY EMPLOYED, OTHER THAN MACHINERY SPACES. PSCO OBSERVED AN EMERGENCY ESCAPE HATCH ON STARBOARD WEATHER DECK LOCKED WITH A PADLOCK. 74 SOLAS (20) II-2/13.3.1.1

WHERE THE BILGE PUMPS ARE CAPABLE OF BEING STARTED AUTOMATICALLY. MEANS SHALL BE PROVIDED TO INDICATE WHEN THE INFLUX OF LIQUID IS GREATER THAN THE PUMP CAPACITY OR WHEN THE PUMP IS OPERATING MORE FREQUENTLY THAN WOULD BE NORMALLY EXPECTED. IN THESE CASES, SMALLER BILGE WELLS TO COVER A REASONABLE PERIOD OF TIME MAY BE PERMITTED. WHERE AUTOMATICALLY CONTROLLED BILGE PUMPS ARE PROVIDED, SPECIAL ATTENTION SHALL BE GIVEN TO OIL POLLUTION PREVENTION REQUIREMENTS. PSCO OBSERVED NON-FUNCTIONAL BILGE ALARM SENSOR OF AFT BILGE WELL NEAR SHAFT SEAL. 74 SOLAS (20) II-1/48.2

Where the emergency source of electrical power is a generator, it shall be started automatically upon failure of the main source of electrical power supply unless a transitional source of emergency electrical power in accordance with paragraph 3.1.3 is provided; where the emergency generator is automatically started, it shall be automatically connected to the emergency switchboard; those services referred to in paragraph 4 shall then be connected automatically to the emergency generator; and unless a second independent means of starting the emergency generator is provided the single source of stored energy shall be protected to preclude its complete depletion by the automatic starting system. The vessel's EDG is not able to automatically provide power to the emergency switchboard. 74 SOLAS (2020) II-1/43.3.1.2 Code 17abc

Where a fixed gas fire-extinguishing system is used, openings which may admit air, or allow gas to escape from, a protected space shall be capable of being closed from outside the protected space. PSCOs observed at least 15 cargo hold vent openings on the port and starboard side missing gasket material preventing the openings from being closed to prevent fixed gas fire-extinguishing agent from escaping. 74 SOLAS (2020) II-2/10.4.3 Code 17abc

Every ship shall be provided with a receiver capable of receiving international NAVTEX service broadcasts if the ship is engaged on voyages in any area in which an international NAVTEX service is provide. The vessel could not produce any records of NAVTEX messages being received. Code 50ac

VESSELS OF 10,000 GT OR MORE MUST HAVE, IN ADDITION TO THE RADAR SYSTEM UNDER 33CFR164.35(a), A SECOND RADAR SYSTEM THAT OPERATED INDEPENDENTLY OF THE FIRST. VESSEL S-BAND RADAR IS INOPERATBLE 33CFR164.37(a)

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure that the ship in all respects will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons onboard. PSCO received notification that the vessel lost remot control of the propulsion machhinery from the bridge due to the main engine electronic governor malfunctioning. 74SOLAS(20)I/II(a)

0750-The door leading into the engine room from the poop deck is unable to close. A security gate is preventing all the hinges from operating properly. This creates a conflict between safety and security. Address to the satisfaction of class prior to next US port after sailing foreign. SOLAS 74 II-2/9

Vessel's steering gear room does not have the required non slip arrangements to ensure suitable working conditions in the event of hydraulic fluid leakage. SOLAS 74(Amended), C. II-1/29.13

Master was unable to provide documentation of recurrent hazardous materials training.