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NOAAS FERDINAND R. HASSLER (S 250)
NOAAS FERDINAND R. HASSLER (S 250) is a 2011 research vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 67 inspections since 2016, most recently in July 2026, along with 111 deficiencies — 1 with no resolution recorded —.
Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 14 July 2026.
- Built
- 2011
- Last inspected
- 14 July 2026
- Documentation
- Not in the documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 111 recorded · 1 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
Coast Guard record current through 23 August 2026, retrieved 5 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Research Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 2016.
Inspection record
Last inspected
14 July 2026
…with no type recorded5
Deficiencies
111 recorded · 1
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
11 calendar years (2016–2026)
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded.
A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a
deficiency is outstanding. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record
exists, not years in service. What Maury does
not do.
Identity
9478559
WTEK
918222
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-918222
Documentation record
Tonnage as PSIX records it242 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
739 - Displacement, Metric Ton
809 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
739 - Displacement, Metric Ton
809 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
This hull's Official Number is not in the NVDC file dated 10 August 2026 as served by NOAA Fisheries, so no documentation record is shown. Absence from that file is a fact about the file, not about the hull.
Vessel history report
A report is not offered for this hull. Its record holds only 2 of the seven kinds of material a report is built from: inspections, deficiencies, operational controls, tow-unit appearances, casualty records, dimensions and documentation. That is a statement about the record, not about the vessel. What a sparse-record report looks like.
Inspection history · 67
14 July 2026
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8437966
16 March 2026
Vessel Attendance · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8327100
27 February 2026
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8317407
24 February 2026
COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8316391
12 November 2025
Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8267306
19 September 2025
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8237457
27 August 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8219033
21 August 2025
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8215242
28 July 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8197612
1 May 2025
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8130527
17 December 2024
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8048833
11 September 2024
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7978217
1 July 2024
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7946499
26 June 2024
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7942849
13 June 2024
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7933841
8 June 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7931633
17 April 2024
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7896941
16 April 2024
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7899401
13 March 2024
In-Service Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7878300
20 October 2023
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7811649
16 October 2023
Drydock Exam · In-Service Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check · Inclining Experiment
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7809240
10 October 2023
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7806026
9 August 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7764825
3 July 2023
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7730635
19 May 2023
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7694568
20 March 2023
Examination of Repairs · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Periodic Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7659581
26 January 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7627432
19 July 2022
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Fort Macon · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7510754
17 July 2022
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment Fort Macon · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7511257
18 March 2022
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7414149
9 March 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7408551
28 February 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7401466
29 October 2021
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7342050
8 October 2021
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7329338
17 September 2021
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7314668
13 May 2021
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Port Canaveral · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7195976
19 February 2021
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7143978
13 November 2020
Hull Examination · Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam · COI Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7094505
6 October 2020
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7073073
10 August 2020
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7024741
6 April 2020
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6936086
25 February 2020
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6915450
19 February 2020
Bulk Liquid Transfer Monitor
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6911388
25 November 2019
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6863647
13 September 2019
Deficiency Check · In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Port Canaveral · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6813344
15 July 2019
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Port Canaveral · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6758536
7 February 2019
Inclining Experiment · Drydock Exam · Periodic Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6621779
6 November 2018
Internal Structural Exam · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6574701
2 November 2018
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6573286
1 November 2018
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6574721
10 October 2018
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6559789
1 August 2018
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6497553
16 May 2018
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6420270
23 April 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6397453
23 March 2018
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6378959
22 January 2018
In-Service Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6341485
2 October 2017
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6279772
14 July 2017
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6213857
20 March 2017
DAPI Audit · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6108259
13 February 2017
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6087672
12 February 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6088711
12 January 2017
Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6070032
15 August 2016
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5981014
9 May 2016
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5906399
20 April 2016
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5858628
14 March 2016
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5834245
9 March 2016
Internal Structural Exam · COI Inspection · In-Service Inspection · Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam · MARPOL Annex I Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 5830119
Deficiency record · 111
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Covers (hatchway-, portable-, tarpaulins, etc.)
Issued 30 March 2026
Resolved
The means for securing and maintaining weathertightness shall be to the satisfaction of the assigning authority.The arrangements shall ensure that the tightness can be maintained in any sea conditions. Emergency escape hatch aft of the starboard generator room has openings where light can be seen going through.
46 CFR 42.15-30(c)(2)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 30 March 2026
Resolved
The termination of each cable must be sealed to prevent the entrance of electrolyte by spray or creepage. Dead end cable located in the starboard side shaft alley space with no seal on the termination.
46 CFR 111.15-20(b)
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm
Issued 30 March 2026
Resolved
Each general emergency alarm signal must be an electrically-operated bell, klaxon, or other warning device capable of producing a signal or tone distinct from any other audible signal on the vessel. 02 alarms located in the port fire pump and port steering spaces were hanging from the overhead.
46 CFR 113.25-12(a)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 30 March 2026
Resolved
The approved buoyant work vests shall be stowed separately from the regular stowage of approved life preservers. The locations for the stowage of work vests shall be such as not to be easily confused with that for approved life preservers. Recreational approved inflatable work vests are stored in the same storage container as commercial approved life jackets for rescue boat operations.
46 CFR 196.34-15(a)(b)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 30 March 2026
Resolved
Bulkheads of the B Class shall be constructed with approved incombustible materials and made intact from deck to deck and to shell or other boundaries. They shall be so constructed that, if subjected to the standard fire test, they would be capable of preventing the passage of flame for one-half hour. 02 doors leading into the mess deck did not properly self close. Doors were fixed prior to completion of the inspection.
46 CFR 190.07-5(c)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 27 February 2026
Resolved
In the event of alterations involving the safety of the vessel, the applicable plans shall be submitted for approval covering the proposed work except as modified by § 189.45-1. Vessel replaced Fixed Fire Detection System with out Marine Safety Center review/approval.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 23 January 2026
No resolution recorded
The material, design, construction, workmanship, and arrangement of main propulsion machinery and of each auxiliary, directly connected to the engine and supplied as such, must be at least equivalent to the standards established by the ABS Marine Vessel Rules (incorporated by reference, see § 58.03-1), except as otherwise provided by this subchapter. Vessels port and stbd propellers were found to have excessive erosion and cavitation. Vessel is required to provide report every 6 months from diver on condition of propellers until new ABS approved props are installed at next dry dock (2029).
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 28 July 2025
Resolved
It shall be the duty of the owner, master, or person in charge to see that the vessel's firefighting equipment is at all times ready for use and that all such equipment required by the regulations in this subchapter is provided, maintained, and replaced as indicated. The fire main isolation valve on the starboard side main deck forward of the DC locker is stuck in the open position.
46CFR196.15-60(a)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 28 July 2025
Resolved
It shall be the duty of the owner, master, or person in charge to see that the vessel's firefighting equipment is at all times ready for use and that all such equipment required by the regulations in this subchapter is provided, maintained, and replaced as indicated. Previous revisions of the Fire Control Plan indicate fire detection in Laundry Space 1-38-2 is a smoke detector, and when tested this detector did not alarm on the fire alarm control panel located on the navigation bridge.
46CFR196.15-60(a)
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 28 July 2025
Resolved
Vessels assigned a load line shall have the deck line and the load line marks permanently marked or embossed as required by Subchapter E (Load Lines) of this chapter. Found port side hull deck line location is not marked.
46CFR196.40-15(a)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 28 July 2025
Resolved
The general construction of the vessel shall be such as to minimize fire hazards. Found the following self-closing doors fire doors that will not close on their own nor latch; Navigation Bridge 01-10-2, and the door leading to the Galley 1-13-2.
46CFR190.07-10
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Stowage of rescue boats
Issued 28 July 2025
Resolved
Rescue boats must be stowed to be ready for launching in not more than 5 minutes. The vessel crew attempted to prove proper operation of rescue boat davit, winch and fall but was unable to due to the activation of the limit switch.
46CFR199.140(a)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 11 September 2024
Resolved
Each vessel must carry not less than 12 rocket parachute flares approved under approval series 160.136. The crew could not locate the 12 rocket parachute flares during the annual inspection.
46 CFR 195.06-1
46 CFR 199.60(c)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency equipment for 2-way comm.
Issued 11 September 2024
Resolved
Radio lifesaving appliance installations and arrangements must meet the requirements of 47 CFR part 80. At least three two-way VHF radiotelephone apparatus must be provided on every passenger ship and on every cargo ship of 500 tons gross tonnage and upwards. Batteries must be replaced if the transmitter has been used in an emergency situation. One of the battery tabs was broken off and indicated it was used on one of the portable survival craft radios.
46 CFR 195.06-1
46 CFR 199.60(a)
47 CFR 80.1095(a)(c)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 11 September 2024
Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers and their stations must be numbered in accordance with § 196.37-15 of this subchapter. Numerous portable fire extinguisher stations were not numbered (i.e. laundry room, workshop, computer room, etc.).
46 CFR 193.50-10(e)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 11 September 2024
Resolved
In the event of alterations involving the safety of the vessel, the applicable plans shall be submitted for approval covering the proposed work. Vessel completed a switch board change and plans that were submitted for approval have had multiple changes. Submit 1 line diagram & Switch board plans to Marine Safety Center or submit to ABS under NVIC 10-92 for review & final approval by cognizant OCMI.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 11 September 2024
Resolved
Grounded neutral and high-impedance grounded neutral alternating current systems must have a suitably sensitive ground detection system which indicates
current in the ground connection, is able to withstand the maximum available fault current without damage, and provides continuous indication of current status
to ground. A provision must be included to compare indications under fault conditions with those under normal conditions. Vessel is indicating ground in 208V switchboard and is not the right type of ground indicating device.
446CFR111.05-27
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 11 September 2024
Resolved
Protection of passengers, crew, other persons and the vessel from electrical hazards. Ground indicated on Main Bus A traced down to Galley Equipment, secure circuit or rectify.
46CFR111.01(a)(2)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 11 September 2024
Resolved
Protection of passengers, crew, other persons and the vessel from electrical hazards. Ground indicated on Main Bus B.
46CFR111.01(a)(2)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 11 September 2024
Resolved
In addition to emergency power sources required under part 112, each vessel must have 2 electrical generation sources. STBD Generator would automatically shut down when turning on and coming up to speed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 11 September 2024
Resolved
The material, design, construction, workmanship, and arrangement of Main Propulsion Machinery should meet ABS
Steel Vessel Rules. RPM indicators for main propulsion shafts were inop.
46CFR58.05-1
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery controls alarm
Issued 11 September 2024
Resolved
Periodic Safety Test Procedures must demonstrate the proper operation of the primary and alternate controls, alarms, power sources and safety controls. Loss of Lube for both MDEs could not be demonstrated in accordance with PSTPs.
46CFR61.40-6
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 11 September 2024
Resolved
Each enclosure of an overcurrent device must meet sections 240-30 and 240-33 of the NFPA NEC 2002. Panel LP203 in general workshop is being held close by duct
tape.
46CCR111.50-7
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 1 July 2024
Resolved
Your vessel must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after anniversary date. Vessel is past window for inspection.
46CFR189.27
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 1 July 2024
Resolved
Tests must verify that automated vital systems are designed, constructed, and operate in accordance with all applicable requirements of part 62 of this subchapter. DVTPs & QFAs Rev C that was “Examined” by Marine Safety Center (MSC) had numerous variances & inconsistencies with how switchboards were configured. Revise DVTPs to accurately reflect installation & resubmit to MSC. Demonstrate testing after review to satisfaction of cognizant OCMI.
46CFR61.40-3(a)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 1 July 2024
Resolved
Automatic transfer to required backup or redundant systems or power sources must be alarmed in the machinery spaces. 24VDC when primary power is lost to the DEIF PPM300 is not installed with alarm as required (Tests 1.1 & 1.2 of DVTPs Rev C.)
46 CFR 62.25-20(d)(3)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 10 October 2023
Resolved
The main steering gear and rudder stock must be of adequate strength for and capable of steering the vessel at maximum ahead service speed, which must be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the cognizant Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Vessels port side rudder is inoperable.
46CFR58.25-10(b)(1)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 3 July 2023
Resolved
The main steering gear and rudder stock must be of adequate strength for and capable of steering the vessel at maximum ahead service speed, which must be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the cognizant Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Vessels port side rudder is inoperable. Provide a technician report attesting to repairs.
46CFR58.25-10(b)(1)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 20 March 2023
Resolved
Rudder was impinging on the stops during max turn testing.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 19 July 2022
Resolved
Operating generators must provide a continuous and uninterrupted source of power for the ship's service load under normal operational conditions. Vessel reported STBD generator secured itself due to a high jacketwater temperature resulting from a previous failure to the automation system. Vessel must provide tech report providing proof/automation systems are in proper working condition.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency towing arrangements and procedures
Issued 9 March 2022
Resolved
Vessels in ocean service shall be fitted with anchors, chains, and hawsers in general agreement with American Bureau of Shipping standards. Vessel's starboard anchor windlass is malfunctioning. 46 CFR 195.07-5 (a)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 29 October 2021
Resolved
Vessel reported failure of both port and starboard generators. Each self-propelled vessel must have at least two electric generating sources. Repair or replace to satisfaction of attending CGMI and provide report from servicing representative. 46 CFR 111.10-3
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 8 October 2021
Resolved
Found a four foot by one foot piece of insulation missing from overhead above starboard number one generator. Replace insulation IAW approved plans.
46 CFR 189.55-1
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 19 February 2021
Resolved
Fire / heat damage suspected IVO steering control module. Prove operation of steering system.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 19 February 2021
Resolved
09 portable fire extinguishers consumed in fire fighting. Provide proof of replaced extinguishers IAW COI and requirements.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Ventilation (Working spaces)
Issued 19 February 2021
Resolved
Fire occured within ventilation system in chart room. Clean / repair and make ready for inspection.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Cargo Ship Safety Radio (including exemption)
Issued 13 November 2020
Resolved
FCC Bridge to Bridge and Safety Radio Certificate were expired.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 13 November 2020
Resolved
Vessel could not demonstrate proper operation of Reverse Power Relays.
Vessel has until 25May21 to demonstrate proper operation of RPLs. Vessel has implimented admin controls to prevent a reverse power situation (not operating in parrellel).
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 13 November 2020
Resolved
Port Generator could not pass load test dur to overheating.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 13 November 2020
Resolved
Bilge Pump was not installed in STBD Engine room.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 13 November 2020
Resolved
Blank was missing in circuit breaker panel LP205.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 13 November 2020
Resolved
MCT from CO2 Space to Garbage Room was damaged and had mixed materials.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 13 November 2020
Resolved
Two Roxblock installations in Port and Starboard workshops were missing blocks & being repaired.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 13 November 2020
Resolved
3 sets of deadend wires in the Garbage Room overhead.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery controls alarm
Issued 13 November 2020
Resolved
Vessel could not complete PSTPs and was having mulitple sensors on Main Propulsion Engines inop.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 13 November 2020
Resolved
Lagging was missing on exhausts in both engine rooms.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 13 November 2020
Resolved
STBD Steering pump was leaking excessive hydaulic fluid.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 13 November 2020
Resolved
Vessel reported port generator not operating within OEM specifications (hunting +/- 10 rpm's when at low load). Repair to the satisfaction of CG.
46CFR111.10-3
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 6 October 2020
Resolved
In addition to the emergency power sources required under part 112 of this chapter, each self-propelled vessel must have at least two electric generating sources. On 20SEP2020, while underway, the FERDINAND R. HASSLER experienced a casualty of the #1 (STBD) ship's service diesel generator. No notice was made to the USCG as required by 46 CFR 4.05-1. The vessel's RO, ABS, was also not notified. Prove proper operation of #1 ship's service diesel generator to the satisfaction of RO and USCG Marine Inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 6 October 2020
Resolved
All [Diesel engine]installations shall be of marine type engines suitable for the intended service, designed and constructed in conformance with the requirements of this subchapter. On 20SEP2020, while underway, the FERDINAND R. HASSLER experienced a casualty of the #1 (STBD) Main Diesel propulsion engine (MDE). No notice was made to the USCG as required by 46 CFR 4.05-1. The vessel's RO, ABS, was also not notified. Prove proper operation of #1 MDE to the satisfaction of RO and USCG Marine Inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
Wastage on port interior hull/ aft compt. Crew claims the spot was "weeping" Perform NDT to the satisfaction of CG to determine hull integrity.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
Numerous emergency lights are not working, Repair as needed and prepare ship for E-lighting test.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
Water tight door indicator for ER at frame 12 is not working. Repair as needed.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Line-throwing appliance
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
Provide appropriate line throwing gun for vessel.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire-dampers
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
EDG room and port side engine room main air supply vents are not fully closing. Repair as necessary.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
Bridge wing life buoys are 2.5 kg and are not suitable to deploy attached smoke canisters. Provide proper 4 kg ring buoys.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
Numerous distribution panels have multiple label cards in them. Determine which cards are correct and remove the old ones.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
Main engines needs double hose clamps on cooling line off of heat exchanger.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
Red general alarm light in STBD engine room is broke and hanging from ceiling by a wire, Repair/replace as necessary.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire-dampers
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
Label manual vent pulls on EDG vent.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
Loose electrical wire in bosun locker. Secure/remove as necessary.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Stowage and provision of liferafts
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
Provide spare lifeboat radio batteries as needed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 1 October 2019
Resolved
Ship is to proceed to dry-dock for repairs to the port and starboard rudders as outlined in International Ship Repair & Marine Services Condition Report dated 24 Sep 19. Ship is permitted to operate following the parameters and limitations outlined in NOAA Memo dated 30 Sep 19 until the vessel can be dry-docked.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 25 September 2019
Resolved
The port and starboard rudders "jump" up to 1/8" of an inch in way of the upper bearing. Prior to getting underway for next port, submit to the OCMI for review and approval: a) detailed report identifying the issues causing the rudders to "jump", and b) proposal for addressing and correcting the identified issues. Getting underway for testing of the rudders locally is approved.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 13 September 2019
Resolved
Prove proper operation of the port and starboard aft capatans.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 17 June 2019
Resolved
Dual voltage systems requires the neutral to be grounded in alternating current systems, provision must be included to compare indications under fault conditions with those under normal conditions. Install ground detection in the 208/120 panels.
By next annual exam but no later than 23 August 2020
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 13 June 2019
Resolved
Non-conducting deck coverings such as mats or grating suitable for the specific switchboard voltage must be installed for personnel protection at the front and rear of the switchboard and must be sufficient for the operating space. Install non-conducting mat/grating in front of switchboard in space adjacent to XO's office.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 13 June 2019
Resolved
The general construction of the vessel shall be such as to minimize fire hazards. Make cable penetration in starboard workshop fwd bulkhead fire tight.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 13 June 2019
Resolved
Non-conducting deck coverings such as mats or grating suitable for the specific switchboard voltage must be installed for personnel protection at the front and rear of the switchboard and must be sufficient for the operating space. Install non-conducting mat/grating in front of switchboard in space adjacent to XO's office.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 13 June 2019
Resolved
The general construction of the vessel shall be such as to minimize fire hazards. Make cable penetration in starboard workshop fwd bulkhead fire tight.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › SOPEP
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
The vessel/NTVRP has no proof that there is a agreement with a salvage and marine firefighting resource provider. This written consent must be available to the Coast Guard for inspection.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › SOPEP
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
he vessel/NTVRP doesn't have the geographic-specific contact for COTP New York. The NTVRP is approved for COTP New York however there is no information. The VRP must cover all geographic areas of the United States in which the vessel intends to handle, store, or transport oil, including port areas and offshore transit areas.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
The vessels AIS and GPS is not able to broadcast. At all times owner, master, or person in charge of each vessel underway shall ensure that that the required equipment listed is operational.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
Through-out the vessel various electrical ground detectors show faults/grounds. Remove all grounds to ensure that vessel is safe from electrical hazards.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
Remove pails and various supply in emergency generator space. The generator space is not considered a supply space and must be accessible.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire control plan
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
Various Fire Control Plans in containers have different revisions and shall all be up to the same revision
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
Vent dampers closures to have the indication as to if the vent/damper is open or closed. [name withheld] the handle if the direction to pull handle to close vents/dampers.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire-dampers
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
Several of the manual vent closures are not labeled, ensure that all vents are label to provide guidance as to which covers are for which space.
14 - Pollution Prevention › 141 - MARPOL Annex I › Other (MARPOL Annex I)
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
Crew was not able to provide the inventory of oil discharge equipment. Ensure that the required inventory of discharge removal equipment for vessels less than 400 feet in length is on-board.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
Remove the spare battery kit form the aft CO2 space. The controls shall be easily accessible and not be blocked and ready for immediate use.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (MARPOL operational)
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
On the aft open deck of the 01 deck there what appears to be the typical yellow plastic drums of oil spill kits. When opened there are 55 gallon drums stored inside. If the containers are to be used for the storage of 55 gallon drums or any thing else other that oil spill equipment label the plastic drums with whats inside, as this could slow down a oil spill response.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
Several of the emergency escape hatches up to open decks have gaskets that are crushed and twisted. these hatches are exposed to the weather must be watertight. Repair gaskets, in addition clean out all coaming of all debris and trash
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
Fire doors leading from chart room to bridge and from galley to mess deck need to be adjusted as they will not close on their own, doors need to be adjusted to make them a "A" class boundary
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
Main fire pump was not ready for immediate use as the Chief Engineer had to goto his stateroom to reset something.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
There are many emergency lights that are missing "E" to identify what light are on emergency power, mark E-lights.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
General alarm bell in galley not identified by "GENERAL ALARM—WHEN BELL RINGS GO TO YOUR STATION"
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
All distress signal required by 46 CFR 199.60 (c). All lifesaving shall be in working order and ready for immediate use.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Sanitary Facilities
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
Sewage pump not working and needs to be replaced/repaired. This could limit the holding capacity of the system, if tank cannot be pumped down.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 31 May 2019
Resolved
Vessel port generator drops off line when put on a load. This has been identified in February 2019 and technician was on-board and witnessed the drop. Vessel must demonstrate proper operation of all generators under all conditions prior to departing berth underway and demonstrate that the installation can maintain the necessary services for safety under normal and emergency conditions.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 6 November 2018
Resolved
Vessel is 5 months overdue for an internal structural exam. Vessel is to complete exam twice in five years with no more than three years between. Prior dates: 29May13 & 31May16. Due 31May18. Vessel to complete during next drydocking period.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 2 November 2018
Resolved
Vessel is 5 months overdue for an internal structural exam. Vessel is to complete exam twice in five years with no more than three years between. Prior dates: 29May13 & 31May16. Due 31May18.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 2 November 2018
Resolved
Vessel is 5 months overdue for a dry dock exam. Vessel is to complete exam twice in five years with no more than three years between. Prior dates: 29May13 & 31May16. Due 31May18. Vessel shall submit a drydock extension to CVC through Sector Hampton Roads.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Rescue boats
Issued 10 October 2018
Resolved
Rescue Boat davit will not properly slew to launch boat.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Rescue boats
Issued 10 October 2018
Resolved
Rescue boat release hook approval is expired.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency source of power - Emergency generator
Issued 1 August 2018
Resolved
Emergency generator not operational. Prove operational test of E-gen to attending CG Inspector to include all safety shut-downs.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 1 August 2018
Resolved
Main propulsion engines not available for testing. Prove operational test of both main propulsion engines to the satisfaction of attendiong marine inspector to include all safety shut-downs.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 1 August 2018
Resolved
Port ship generator prime mover inoperable. Prove proper operational test of generator after repair to the satisfaction of attending CG marine inspector to include all safety shut-downs.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 1 August 2018
Resolved
Numerous bulkhead cable ways found in engineering spaces with missing packing or improperly installed stuffing blocks.
Lifesaving › Launching Appliances › Winch
Issued 23 March 2018
Resolved
Repairs were done to rescue boat davit OEM rep performed empty boat weight test. Conduct 110% weight test of davit to the satisfaction of attending CG inspector.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Ground Detection
Issued 22 January 2018
Resolved
Vessel ground detection inoperable
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Grounding Conductor
Issued 22 January 2018
Resolved
Provide proper grounding for all ships service power, lighting and distribution systems.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Generator
Issued 17 February 2017
Resolved
Vessel load sharing module is not functioning properly
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Generator
Issued 13 February 2017
Resolved
Generator is unable to take a load
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Engine RPM Gauge/Indicator
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Vessels engineering alarm system and port MDE gauge panel inoperative.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Not Operational
Issued 1 April 2016
Resolved
Prove proper operation of port and stbd bilge pumping arrangements.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Gryo Compass Repeater
Issued 1 April 2016
Resolved
Port bridge wing repeater inoperable
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Ventilation Fire Dampers
Issued 1 April 2016
Resolved
Stbd side engine room vent louvres are inoperable
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights
Issued 1 April 2016
Resolved
Float light battery expired
Fire Fighting › Structural - A Class Divisions › Fire Doors
Issued 1 April 2016
Resolved
Fire door to stbd side machine shop does not fully close.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Medical/First Aid › Medicine Chest
Issued 1 April 2016
Resolved
Expired medications
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (emergency) › Generator
Issued 9 March 2016
Resolved
Prove proper operation of emergency generator.
Ownership record
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