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Muster and embarkation stations shall be adequately illuminated by lighting supplied from the emergency source of electrical power required by regulation II-1/43. Two emergency lights on the port side embarkation area and one emergency light on the stbd embarkation area were extinguished. Cite: SOLAS (2004) III/Reg 11.4

Carbon dioxide systems for the protection of…container holds equipped with integral reefer containers, spaces accessible by doors or hatches, and other spaces in which personnel normally work or to which they have access shall comply with the following requirements: two controls shall be located inside a release box clearly identified for the particular space. If the box containing the controls is to be locked, a key to the box shall be in a break-glass-type enclosure conspicuously located adjacent to the box. In the CO2 room, the key for the inboard CO2 supply system cabinet lock was missing from the room. The cabinet was rekeyed during the shipyard period and not replaced. Cite: SOLAS (2004) II-2/ Reg 10.4.1.1, FSS Code 5.2.2.2.2

Fire-fighting systems and appliances shall be kept in good working order and readily available for immediate use. Two pinhole leaks found on fire-main line deck penetration forward of cargo hold #1 on main deck centerline between deck and flange. Temporary repairs made. Complete permanent repairs at next port. Cite: SOLAS (2024) II-2/Reg 14.2.1.2

An alarm system shall be provided indicating any fault requiring attention and shall be capable of sounding an audible alarm in the main machinery control room or at the propulsion machinery control position, and indicate visually each separate alarm function at a suitable position. Machinery alarm columns and switchboard indicator lights for the generators have burnt out bulbs. Replace all burnt out bulbs during voyage. Cite: SOLAS (2024) II-1/Reg 51.1.1

The angular position of the rudder shall be recognizable in the steering gear compartment. Repaint numbers on rudder angle indicator on top of steering gear during voyage. Cite: SOLAS (2024) II-1/Reg 29.11.2

Terminations in all conductors shall be so made as to retain the original electrical, mechanical, flame-retarding and, where necessary, fire-resisting properties of the cable. Properly pack boiler flame failure sensor wiring termination during voyage. Cite: SOLAS (2024) II-1/Reg 45.5.6

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. Oxygen cylinders in O2 locker were stored without valve protection caps and not properly secured. Cite: 46 CFR 147.60(b)(1)

Every radio installation shall be provided with reliable, permanently arranged electrical lighting, independent of the main and emergency sources of electrical power, for the adequate illumination of the radio controls for operating the radio installation. The light installed on the GMDSS was missing. A flashlight is in place until a replacement is installed. Cite: SOLAS (2004) IV/Reg 6.2.4

Before the ship leaves port and at all times during the voyage, all life-saving appliances shall be in working order and ready for immediate use. On the starboard lifeboat identified areas on the keel (port side/inboard) where there is evidence of fiberglass delamination. On the bow there is an area of possible cracking through gel coat. Also noted areas where gel coat is missing. This boat was just serviced by Viking during the drydock in Bahrain. See repair reported dated 20Dec205. Cite: SOLAS (2004) III/Reg 20.2

Electrical installations shall be such that the safety of passengers, crew and ship from electrical hazards will be ensured. The following electrical defects were identified: •Aft deck light lens was not installed correctly to fixture. •Ground for steering gear room fan was disconnected (aft deck). •The steering gear room fan had a wasted junction box. •Missing toggle for port side 02 storae light switch. •Winch motor (both port and stbd) for pilot ladders have wasted electrical cables. •Stbd emergency light aft of Bosn stores has damaged cable (exposed wire). •Broken lens in stbd tunnel by #1 and #7 holds. •The electrical switch (above fin stabilizer room in stbd tunnel) wire was pulled out of gland. •Globe broken on navigation light (Christmas tree). •Cable penetration for light near rail is wasted (Fire locker 2/aft of bridge). Cite: SOLAS (2004) II-1/Reg 40.1.3

The Training manual…shall contain instructions and information, in easily understood terms illustrated wherever possible, on the life-saving appliances provided in the ship and on the best methods of survival. Any part of such information may be provided in the form of audio-visual aids in lieu of the manual. The following shall be explained in detail: donning of lifejackets, immersion suits and anti-exposure suits, as appropriate. The SOLAS training manual did not have donning instructions for any of the lifejackets found on board. The starboard side lifejacket donning placards were faded/worn. Also, older models of lifejacket donning placards were posted throughout the internal passageways. Cite: SOLAS (2004) III/Reg 35.3.1

The company should ensure that each ship is manned with qualified, certificated and medically-fit seafarers in accordance with national and international requirements. During the USCG review of the crewmember’s Merchant Mariner’s Credentials and Medical Certificates, a crewmember’s (2nd Asst. Engineer) medical certificate required a medical waiver. The master was unaware of the medical waiver. The master reviewed all available records and did not have any documentation for the medical waiver. The medical waiver is required to be carried with the crewmember while sailing under the MMC to meet the medical waiver requirements. Upon review of the SMS and could not find any documentation for onboarding or in crewing that the medical waiver is reviewed or required to be provided to the master. During the onboarding process, this should be verified to ensure the crewmember has the medication, equipment, support needed to meet the waiver requirements. Conduct an internal safety audit of the SMS capturing the manning procedures and assigning medically-fit mariners to the vessel. Provide the results of the internal audit and corrective action to USCG Activities Europe for review, due 01Apr2026. Have the procedure(s) verified by the RO at the next external audit. Cite: SOLAS (2020) IX/Reg 3.1, ISM Code 6.2.1; 46 CFR 10.301; 46 CFR 10.303

Measures shall be taken to the satisfaction of the Administration to ensure that the equipment is functioning in a reliable manner and that satisfactory arrangements are made for regular inspections and routine tests to ensure continuous reliable operation. During the review of the vessel’s Periodic Safety Test Procedures (PSTPs), requested documentation supporting annual testing of the approved PSTP. The chief engineer indicated that ShipManager was used to document the PSTPs instead of being checked off or handwritten into the approved PSTP annually. Upon review of the SMS it indicated that the PSTPs may be recorded in the preventive maintenance system/ShipManager. Reviewed ShipManager with the chief engineer and noted some PSTP tests were reflected (main engine auto slowdown, main engine alarm and safety check, generator oil mist detectors, etc.) but the PSTP procedure was not provided or referenced. Also, there was no list or mechanism to track the annual completion of the PSTPs. There was no record on board for previous annual testing of the PSTPs, so there was no evidence annual testing had previously been completed. Conduct an internal safety audit focused on the annual completion of the approved PSTPs and ensuring their appropriate documentation/location. Provide the results of the internal audit and corrective action to USCG Activities Europe for review, due 01Apr2026. Have the procedure(s) verified by the RO at the next external audit. Cite: SOLAS (2024) II-1/Reg 46.2 & IX/Reg 3.1, ISM Code Part A 10.1 and 10.4, 46 CFR 61.40-6(b)

The maintenance program of § 62.50-20(h) must include a checkoff list to make sure that routine daily maintenance has been performed, fire and flooding hazards have been minimized, and plant status is suitable for unattended operation. Completion of this checkoff list must be logged before leaving the plant unattended. No Unattended Machinery Space (UMS) checklist was onboard or utilized prior to setting the engine room in unmanned status. In addition, the SMS states the navigation officer approving UMS operations shall log the status in the deck log book. However, no UMS entries were completed in the deck log. Also, one of the mates stated they were not making UMS entries in the deck log. The dead-man alarm was not being utilized as required by the SMS when entering the engine room during UMS. The chief engineer created a checklist in accordance with SMS engineering operational procedures and updated the [name withheld] standing orders. Also, there was no UMS checklist found in the maintenance program, SMS, or reference to the checklist in the SMS. Conduct a review of the SMS and provide training to all engineering and deck officers on UMS operations, log entries, and use of the dead-man alarm by 14Jan2026. Conduct an internal safety audit focused on the Periodically Unattended Machinery Space operations. Provide the results of the internal audit and corrective action to USCG Activities Europe for review, due 01Apr2026. Have the procedure(s) verified by the RO at the next external audit. Cites: 46 CFR 62.30(j); NVIC 01-13 Ch-2 Enclosure (2) 3.2.1.1.B; & SOLAS (2024) IX/Reg 3.1, ISM Code Part A 7

The Company should establish and maintain procedures for identifying any training which may be required in support of the safety management system and ensure that such training is provided for all personnel concerned. The Lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) log is not being utilized as per SMS procedures. The following entries were missing: specific tag and/or lock numbers, authorizing officers signatures, entry for ‘returning to normal state’, the risk management sections, sign-on training (was either not completed and/or not signed by oncoming members). Complete training on proper use of LOTO as per SMS procedures and logbook due:14Jan2026. Conduct an internal SMS audit focused on the LOTO procedure. Provide the results of the internal audit and corrective action to USCG Activities Europe for review, due 01Apr2026. Have the procedure(s) verified by the RO at the next external audit. Cite: SOLAS (2024) IX/Reg 3.1, ISM Code Part A 6.5 and 7

In multi-engine installations which are supplied from the same fuel source, means of isolating the fuel supply to individual engines shall be provided and shall be operable from a position not rendered inaccessible by a fire on any of the engines. Main engine quick closing valve did not close during testing from platform deck outside generator space. The chief engineer disconnected pneumatic pipe at the quick closing solenoid and drained the piping. Cite: SOLAS (2024) II-2/Reg 4.2.2.5.5

Internal combustion auxiliary machinery shall be provided with automatic shutoff arrangements in the case of failures which could lead rapidly to complete breakdown, serious damage or explosion. Oil mist detectors on all generators were set to isolated mode during shipyard period. During testing, generator #4 continued running. Isolated mode turned off and retested SAT. Oil mist detection system verified in correct mode for all four generators. Cite: SOLAS (2024) II-1/Reg 27.5

The Master must post watch schedules where they are easily accessible. Watch schedule for the engineering department was not posted at time of inspection. Cite: 46 CFR 15.1111(f)

Before the ship leaves port and at all times during the voyage, all life-saving appliance shall be in working order and ready for immediate use. MI observed a fiberglass crack on two framing members on the inside of the port side lifeboat near the starboard door 74 SOLAS(20) III/20.2 50ac

Before the ship leaves port and at all times during voyage, all life-saving appliances shall be in working order and ready for immediate use. Vessel Master reported Port Lifeboat as inoperable due to crack in oil sump. Vessel permitted to enter port where repairs will be conducted prior to departure. Repairs to be completed to satisfaction of class (LR) 74 SOLAS(14)III/ 20.2

Whenever a vessel is deprived of the service of a member of its complement, and the master or person in charge is unable to find appropriate credentialed personnel to man the vessel, the master or person in charge may proceed on the voyage, having determined the vessel is sufficiently manned for the voyage. Vessel reports sailing short one AB; return to full complement.

Due to the loss of propulsion on 11/2/2021, the OCMI is requiring a tug escort of at least 5,000 hp while transiting from the vessel's berth to the pilot station. 33CFR160.111(a)

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations. The shaft alley sliding watertight door's relay, and the watertight door indicator lights on the bridge are both inop. Ship couldn’t prove proper operation of sliding watertight door.

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations. The hinged door between the starboard SSDG room and the purifier room is missing.

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations. The overhead light in fuel oil purifier room is improperly mounted with rope.

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations. The port lifeboat had 8 packs of food that were no longer serviceable.

The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations. Crop and renew the broken hand rail located near bay 46 on the port side.

Verify structural fire protcetion in cable duct, found several new cables that appear to penetrate the deck and bulkhead without proper fire stop protection, to be cleared by class 74 Solas I/11 b

After survey of the ship has been completed, no change shall be made in machinery equipment and other items covered by the survey. A water spray noxxle was missing a outlet on a firefighting system on the head deck. Repair to the satisfaction of class. 74SOLAS(14)I/II(b)

Efficient guard rails or bulwarks shall be fitted on all exposed parts of the freeboard and superstructure decks. Railing on lifeboat deck forward of the house is substantially wasted from port to starboard. Crop and renew to the satisfaction of Class. ICLL 66 I/25(2)

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 on board. The main salt water circulation pipe on the starboard side lower level engine room is corroded in severl locations Descale and determine remaining thickness of pipe to satisfaction of class. SOLAS 14 I/11(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 procedd to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. #2 SSDG coling water vent non-metallic flexible hose is leaking and is in need of repair or replacement to the satisfaction of Class. SOLAS 14 I/11(a)

The vessel Master reported the secondary marine radar (S-Band) was not operational.

A self contained emergency source of electrical power shall e provided. Vessel's EDG voltage regulator is inoperable and will not provide emergency power to the vessel. Demonstrate proper operation of vessel's self contained emergency source of electrical power to the satisfaction of the vessel's classification society. Provide class report to USCG Sector Hampton Roads. 74 SOLAS (04) II-1/43.1.1

Demonstrate proper operation of the main engine automation control from the bridge and Engine Control Room (ECR) on local control. Repairs to be performed by Lyngso technician to the satisfaction of attending classification society surveyor. Provide the classification society report and technician report to CG Activities Europe for review and concurrence.

The fathometer is not working correctly, demonstrate proper operation of the fathometer to the satisfaction of the USCG.

When running on #1 steering gear, #2 kicks in for no apparent reason without #1 recognizing #2 is also on line because #2 sends no signal. The system also has the tendency to lose signals from #2 pump and causes the rudder to swing to port or starboard. In addition due to the signal input issue with the auto pilot, the VDR records from Pilot #2 but not from Pilot #1.