EMPIRE STATE

Instrumentation shall be fitted for continuously indicating and permanently recording, when inert gas is being supplied: 1. the pressure of the inert gas supply mains forward of the non-return devices required by paragraph 2.3.1.4.1; and 2. the oxygen content of the inert gas in the inert gas supply mains on the discharge side of the gas blowers. The inert gas generator (IGG) deck pressure interface displayed inconsistent readings between the local gauge and the control unit located in the cargo control room. It was noted that wiring to the pressure sensor (sending unit) had previously melted and was recently replaced. The crew repaired a small segment of wiring; However, the remaining length of wiring appears to be in questionable condition. Required Corrective Action: A root cause analysis shall be conducted to determine the cause of the original wiring damage and to ensure long-term reliability of this system for future cargo operations. Confirmation shall be provided from an authorized third-party technician or OEM technical support verifying that repairs to the pressure sensing unit and associated wiring are satisfactory and in full compliance with the manufacture's specifications. The vessel’s Safety Management System (SMS) shall document this occurrence as a reportable incident. Per 46 CFR 4.05-1(a)(4), any future incidents affecting the vessel’s fitness for service — particularly involving equipment vital to safe cargo operations — shall be immediately reported to the nearest USCG Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection (OCMI). SOLAS II-2/5.5.1.1 FSS Code Ch. 15.2.4.2.1

1. Wire penetration from radio room to deck below was missing section of approved cable transit fill. Vessel was able to fill missing section.

After any survey of a ship under regulations 7,8,9,or 10 has been completed. no change shall be made in the equipment and other items covered by the survey without the sanction of the administration. Emergency switchboard ELD-3 Panel (E.R 1st Stbd) breaker is lableled to have a 30 amp breaker on the lighting panel. 40 Amp breaker installed.

IMO: Vsl is broadcasting invalid IMO #

03 of vessel's fire pumps not capable of remote start and require change of manning in e/r from unmanned to manned. SOLAS 74 II-2/14.1

Starboard lifeboat had 10 in fracture near the seating point for the upper chock. SOLAS 74 III/20.1

Prove proper operation of the ODME and its components. Provide tech report and satisfactory class report attesting to the proper operation of the ODME.

Conduct testing of lifeboats for vessels over 20,000 DWT, launch lifeboat at 5 knots to satisfy SOLAS Resolution MSC. 81 (70) and contuct weight test per CG-ENG-4).