JODY ANN

Electrical equipment and electrical cables must be suitably protected from wet and corrosive environments. Main lighting fixtures in engineering space were plugged into outlets and not secured as to prevent accidental disconnection. Install means to prevent accidental disconnection or permanently wire lighting fixtures.

A navigation assessment entry must be recorded in the TVR, official log, or in accordance with the TSMS applicable to the vessel. There was no history of navigational assessments, drills,or safety orientations in the vessels TVR or logbook. TBS consultant had found issue and ran drills, conducted orientations, educated crew and company and begun navigation assessments starting 07APR25 in the vessels TVR.

Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards. Attending marine inspector identified fire hazards in engineering space including: excessive oil build up in all bilges and ventilation ducting.

Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards. Attending marine inspector identified fire hazards in engineering space including: fuel filter on diesel supply manifold missing metal flame shield.

Flammable and combustible products must not be stored in machinery spaces, unless they are stored in a suitable container that meets the requirements of § 142.225. Attending marine inspector identified fire hazards in engineering space including: Diesel fuel stored in various unapproved containers in engine room.

The master must ensure that all lifesaving equipment is properly maintained and ready for use at all times. MI witnessed dry rot on throw line bag located on starboard side bridge wing's life ring.

If the master or officer in charge of a navigational watch believes it is unsafe for the vessel to proceed, that an operation endangers the vessel or crew, or that an unsafe condition exists, he or she must ensure that adequate corrective action is taken and must not proceed until it is safe to do so. MI found a missing eyewash bottle within the engine room's eye wash station.

Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. MI discovered permeate light fixtures plugged into electrical outlets designed for temporary use.

Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons on-board under normal and emergency conditions. MI discovered accumulation of zip-ties located around the m/v generator.

Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems, must be maintained to ensure proper operation; The vessels propulsion shafts had a continuous flow of water. 46CFR143.205 (c)

Means must be provided for stopping each fan in a ventilation system serving machinery spaces and for closing, in case of fire, each doorway, ventilator, and annular space around funnels and other openings into such spaces. The Vessels Vent closure on the Port side was not able to close due to sized bolt. 46CFR144.605

Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. The vessels Steering pins between the hydraulic rams and rudders were worn allowing excessive movement. 46CFR143.205 (A)

The original COI must be framed under glass or other transparent material and posted in a conspicuous place onboard the towing vessel. The vessel did not have original COI onboard. 46CFR136.220 (A)

Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems, must be maintained to ensure proper operation. Generator windings have a layer of dirty/corrosion which will could overheating and loss of electrical continuity, must be cleaned. 46 CFR 143.205(c)(1)

Electrical connections must be suitably installed to prevent them from coming loose through vibration or accidental contact. Electrical shore tie connection broken cause a shock hazard, must replace. 46 CFR 143.400(e)

Electrical equipment and electrical cables must be suitably protected from wet and corrosive environments. After exterior receptacle next the electrical shore tie connection is missing it cover for watertightness, must install new cover. 46 CFR 143.400(f)

Electrical equipment must be provided with circuit isolation. Switchboard interlock to prevent the two generators from operating in parallel does not function as intended, must replace. 46 CFR 143.250(a)

Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated as to minimize fire hazards. Marine Inspectors noticed diesel fuel leaking from both port and stbd generators. Identify where leak is coming from and repair to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46CFR142.220

All bilges and void spaces are kept free from accumulation of combustible and flammable materials and liquids insofar as practicable. Marine Inspectors witnessed accumulation of oil and dirt in bilge spaces as well as, both engines and the ventilation system. Clean to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46CFR142.220(a)

Each towing vessel must be equipped with a means to detect smoke in the berthing spaces and lounges that alerts individuals in those spaces. Marine Inspectors witness that the galley lounge area had a mount for smoke detection, but the detector itself was missing. Replace to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46CFR142.330(b)

Pressure vessels over 5 cubic feet in volume and over 15 pounds per square inch maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) must be equipped with an indicating pressure gauge. Marine Inspectors witnessed a gauge on the stbd air compressor, bu tthe gauge itself needs to be cleaned out or replaced with it being difficult to read. Clean or replace to the satisfaction of the marine inspector. 46CFR143.300(a)

Each towing vessel must have a means to monitor and control the amount of thrust, rudder angle, and if applicable, direction of thrust at each operating station. Marine Inspectors witnessed that the wheel house gauges did not have proper labeling and therefore did not have a reliable means to provide navigation. Please label alarms to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46CFR143.225(a)

Emergency lighting must be provided for all internal crew working and living areas. Marine Inspector witness no emergency lighting in the crew head. Provide sufficient emergency lighting to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46CFR143.410(b)

A towing vessel subject to this subchapter and choosing the Coast Guard inspection option must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after the COI anniversary date. The vessel has not completed an annual inspection within 3 months of the COI anniversary date. Complete annual inspection.

Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards and to ensure the following: All bilges and void spaces are kept free from accumulation of combustible and flammable materials and liquids insofar as practicable. Remove all oily water from the bilge to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 142.220(a)

Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. Both shafts need packing replaced. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 143.205(a)

46 CFR 142.220: Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards. P/S Generator and MDE fuel filters were missing heat shields. Replace to the satisfaction of the CG Marine Inspector.

46CFR143.260(b): To stop the flow of fuel in the event of a fire or break in the fuel line, a remote fuel shutoff valve must be fitted on any fuel line that supplies fuel directly to a propulsion engine or generator prime mover. Fuel stop was inoperable, repair to the satisfaction of CG Marine Inspector.

46 CFR 143.205 (a): Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operationj of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. #1 and #2 generator fuel supply lines need to be J-1942 Marine grade fuel lines, and the #1 generator fuel return line is leaking. Replace supply and return lines to the satisfaction of the CG Marine inspector.

46CFR2.10-101 (b) The vessel owner or operator must pay the annual vessel inspection fee each year on or before the vessel's user fee anniversary date. Vessel is past due on user fees. Provide proof user fees are paid.

46CFR137.200 A towing vessel subject to this subchapter and choosing the Coast Guard inspection option must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after the COI anniversary date. Vessel COI anniversary date March 13. Vessel is overdue for annual inspection.

The original COI must be framed under glass or other transparent material and posted in a conspicuous place onboard the towing vessel. Vessel did not have a valid COI on board the vessel. Only COI on board was a previous TSMS option. New COI was issued 13MAR2020

Vessel must be manned in accordance with the COI. Manning requirements are contained in part 15 of this chapter. After review of the vessels TVR it was determined the vessel had operated multiple days for more than 12 hours with only 2 persons on board with no emergency situations. Company shall provide information to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector to ensure vessel is properly crewed.

Each towing vessel must carry on board and maintain the following (a) Charts or maps… Current editions or currently corrected editions(2) U.S. Coast guard light list; Local notices to mariners river currents or tide tables. Vessels charts on board their computer were last updated December 2020. No notice to mariners or corrected light list were found on the vessel.

Each watertight door and watertight hatch must be marked on both sides in clearly legible letters at least 1 inch high: WATERTIGHT DOOR-KEEP CLOSED or WATERTIGHT HATCH KEEP CLOSED. Vessel main deck doors were not marked as required and the forward hold was not marked.

All crew-members must be provided with health and safety information… Lockout/Tagout procedures. Vessel had not procedures on lockout tagout on board. Provide an adequate lock out tag out procedure and provide training to crew to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.

Machinery must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. Marine Inspectors found air hose going to the Stbd MDE throttle that was cracking and had a zip tie originally holding the line on. Replace hose and provide a mechanical means of securing airline to the throttle.

Fuel systems for towing vessel main engines and generators must have a documented maintenance plan to ensure proper operation of the system. Vessel did not have a written plan on fuel filter replacement intervals or records of when filters had been replaced. Provide a plan that includes all engines and add on (racor) to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector

Drills and instruction. The master of a towing vessel must ensure that each crewmember participates in a fire-fighting drills and receives instruction at least once each month. All crewmembers must be familiar with their fire-fighting drills duties, and specifically how to: Fight a fire in the engine room and elsewhere onboard the towing vessel, including how to operate all of the firefighting equipment onboard the towing vessel, Stop any mechanical ventilation system of the engine room and effectively seal all natural openings to space… Vessel deckhand was unaware of requirements of fighting a fire. Pushed the ventilation button and stated it was the fuel shut off valve, and had multiple other items during the drill which questioned knowledge. After review it was determined the vessel had only conducted 01 fire drill since April and the current Deckhand had not participated in a fire drill onboard the vessel.

Towing vessel must be equipped with the following equipment as applicable for the area of operation. Fathometer. Vessel did not have a fathometer is required to be installed prior to operating on a LBS Route

Personnel dispatched from the vessel or that are working in an area on the exterior of the vessel… must wear a lifejacket, an immersion suit or a work vest approved by the Commandant. When worn at night, the work vest must be equipped with a light that meets the requirements of 46CFR141.340(g)(1). Vessel crew work vest was missing work light and did not have adequate number on board. Deckhands work vest was stated he found it laying around and put it on. Crew was wearing inflatable PFD upon Coast Guard arrival.

Essential systems or equipment must be regularly tested and examined. Tests and examinations must verify that the system or equipment functions as designed. Each towing vessel must perform the applicable test in table 143.245(b) Vessel had no logs for testing propulsion controls, steering controls, general alarm and e-lights. Company must provide a corrective action plan with follow up procedures must be created to ensure all items are tested and logged properly to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.

Whenever there is a hazardous condition either on board a vessel or caused by a vessel or its operation, the owner, operator, or person in charge must immediately notify the nearest Coast Guard Sector Officer or Group office, and in addition submit any report required by 46CFR-4.05-10. Vessel General Alarm was inoperable and reported to the company on 10JUL2021 and operated until 25JUL2021. Vessel operator nor the Master notified the Sector and continued to operate in a hazardous condition. Only after notification of a scheduled in-service inspection was a technician hire “Eagle Control” to repair the General Alarm.

The owner and managing operator must ensure the towing vessel is in compliance with this subchapter and other applicable laws and regulations at all time. Vessel operator is not proactively managing the vessel and ensuring the provisions of the COI and training program are fully implemented as evidence by the deficiencies listed above Vessel operator is required to develop a corrective action plan with follow-up action to verify compliance.

46CFR137.200 Each towing vessel must have a reliable means to provide notification when an emergency condition exists or an essential system develops problems that require attention. Vessel audible/visual alarms where inoperable for the MDEs and SSDGs. Also noted was the MDE murphy switch for Port MDE is broken and showing inaccurate information. Replace murphy switch. Ensure all alarms are corrected prior to movement to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.

46CFR 143.400 (a) Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards… Multiple breaker panels were not completely marked with the load it serves, spares were turned on but could not provide information on what load it was serving, multiple electric wires were found open throughout the vessel. Stuffing box bilge pump was being crushed/cut by the deck plate that it was running through. Mark all breakers with correct load they serve and remove or terminate open electrical wiring properly to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.

Emergency lighting: Automatic battery operated with a duration of no less than 2 hours. Vessel Wheelhouse emergency light was inoperable on the front light. Replace or fix light to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.

All crewmembers must be provided with health and safety information and training that includes (a)(1)-(9). Vessel master and deckhand could not provide evidence that they had received proper training on the Health and Safety manual or other requirements of this section. Provide training to all crew members.

Each towing vessel must be operated in compliance with: applicable sections of the FWPCA and APPS. Marine Inspector found oily water in the stuffing box which has an automatic bilge pump directly overboard. Clean stuffing box and pipeline to verify all oil has been removed from the system prior to reinstalling power to automatic bilge pump to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.

46CFR16.210 (a) No Marine employer shall engage or employ any individual to serve as a crewmember unless the individual passes a chemical test for dangerous drugs for that employer. An employer may waive a pre-employment test required for a job applicant by paragraph (a) of this section if the individual provides satisfactory evidence that he or she has: Passed a chemical test for dangerous drugs required by this part within the previous six months with no subsequent positive drug test during the remainder of the six month period or during the previous 185 days been subject to a random testing program required by 16.230 for at least 60 days and did not fail or refuse to participate in chemical testing. Provide evidence of all current and previous Masters and Deckhands for the last 3 months that they meet the requirements to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.

The following list of items must be recorded in the TVR of the vessel. (a)(1)-(10) No items were listed in the TVR on a regular basis. Company is required to provide a corrective action plan and follow up procedures to ensure all items are recorded properly to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.

Any piping system that penetrates the hull below the waterline must be fitted with an accessible valve, located as close to the hull penetration as is practicable, for preventing the accidental admission of water into the vessel either through such pipes or in the event of a fracture of such pipe. The valve must be clearly marked by labeling or color coding that enables the crew to identify the function. Vessel external keel coolers and gray water line have no valve installed to prevent flooding

Machinery must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal operation and emergency conditions. Vessel Port MDE cooling line was corroded right above the MSD tank and the gray water line was corroded and showed evidence of previous leaks. Replace and repair the section of pipes to ensure proper operation of the systems and prevent the possibility of water ingress.

Each exhaust pipe from an internal combustion engine which is within reach of personnel must be insulated or otherwise guarded to prevent burns. Vessel Port SSDG lagging was missing in multiple areas that were in reach of someone working in that area. Install adequate lagging to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.

Individuals, who are not crewmembers, on board a towing vessel must receive a safety orientation prior to getting underway or as soon as practicable thereafter to include: location, operation and use of life saving equipment; emergency procedures, methods to notify crewmembers in the event of an emergency and prevention of falls overboard. Deckhand could not provide this information to the attending Marine Inspectors and was unsure of what was required to be given as a non-crewmember orientation.

All lifesaving equipment must be tested and maintained in accordance with the minimum requirements of 46CFR199.190 of this chapter. Inspection and test of lifesaving equipment must be recorded in the TVR. Vessel had no logs of lifesaving equipment checks logged or any checklist that had been performed. Provide corrective action plan with follow up actions.

46CFR142.240 (a) (1) Portable fire extinguishers must be tested in accordance with the inspection, maintenance procedures and hydrostatic pressure tests required by Chapters 7 and 8 of NFPA 10. Also fire detection panel pull handles required to be inspected IAW with manufacturers requirements and this subpart Vessel had not completed monthly checks on extinguishers or fire detection system. Provide corrective action plan with follow up procedures to ensure proper documentation is completed.

46CFR140.635 (a) The officer in charge of a navigational watch must conduct a navigation assessment for the intended route and operations prior to getting underway… Vessel had no records of Navigations assessments being performed, logged or knowledge of what the requirements of a navigation assessment require to be checked and how often or when it has to be updated. Provide corrective action and follow up action to the satisfaction of the Marine inspector.

Each towing vessel must be fitted with a general alarm: is activated at each operating station and can notify persons onboard in the event of an emergency. Vessel general alarm was inoperable

46 CFR 143.230 (a): Each towing vessel must have a reliable means to provide notification when an emergency condition exists. Starboard engine RPM gauge was inoperable at the operating station and the engine room. Repair/replace to the satisfaction of the CG Marine inspector.

46 CFR 140.725: Towing vessels must be equipped with the following equipment, as applicable to the area of operation: Electronic position-fixing device, satisfactory for the area in which the vessel operates, if the towing vessel engages in towing seaward fo the navigable wateres of the U.S. or more than 3 nautical miles from shore on the Great Lakes. Vessel does not have GPS, Install GPS to the satisfaction of CG Marine inspector.

46 CFR 143.230(c)(3) and (c)(4) require generator gauges on the bridge, they are missing, only alarms are at the bridge.

Carriage requirement. A towing vessel must carry a combination of day and night visual distress signals indicated in Table 141.370 of § 141.370 for specified areas where the vessel operates. Missing 6 flares (should have 12 total). Fixed on the spot by purchase same day.

Each towing vessel must be equipped with navigation lights, shapes, and sound signals in accordance with the International Regulations for Prevention of Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) or 33 CFR part 84 as appropriate to its area of operation. Vessel missing dayshapes.

Survival craft must be stowed in accordance with the requirements of § 199.130 of this chapter, as far as is practicable on existing towing vessels. Incorrect weaklink on the Lifefloat, it was too strong and would not allow the Lifefloat to break it, rendering it useless if an emergency arose. There are 3 ratings, it has to match the person capacity on the lifefloat

"To stop the flow of fuel in the event of a fire or break in the fuel line, a remote fuel shutoff valve must be fitted on any fuel line that supplies fuel directly to a propulsion engine or generator prime mover. The valve must be installed in the fuel piping directly outside of the fuel oil supply tank." During the on board inspection, discovered the remote fuel shut off valve is not directly aft of the tank, but rather an estimated 6 feet from the tank located mid-engine room. This incorrect placement allows the main fuel supply line that crosses across the engine room to remain full of fuel in the event of a fire, furthermore, if there is a break in the fuel line, fuel will not be able to be remotely shut at the tank, creating an unsafe condition. Valve to be relocated within 2 weeks. 46 CFR 143.260

Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. Port & stbd generator windings covered in oil, remove venting and internally clean to be done by the end of 30JAN2020. 46 CFR 143.205(a)

Rails or equivalent protection must be installed near the periphery of all decks accessible to crew. Equivalent protection may include lifelines, wire rope, chains, and bulwarks that provide strength and support equivalent to fixed rails. In areas where space limitations make deck rails impractical, such as at narrow catwalks in way of deckhouse sides, hand grabs may be substituted. No railing or hand grabs alongside the side deck superstructure, creating an unsafe condition for crew members to fall overboard. Railing to be fixed within 2 weeks. 46 CFR 144.800

A B–II portable fire extinguisher must be located near the storage room or cabinet. This is in addition to the portable fire extinguishers required by Tables 142.230(d)(1) and 142.230(d)(2) of § 142.230. This B-II extinguisher was missing from its required location, place a B-II there as soon as possible, no later than the end of 30JAN2020. 46 CFR 142.225(d)

Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards. A gallon jug of diesel was found sitting in the engine room, and charcoal used for the stern grills was found on the upper portion of the engine room - both creating an unnecessary fire hazard. Relocate to the safe and proper space, as soon as possible, no later than the end of 30JAN2020. 46 CFR 142.220

Survival craft must be stowed in accordance with 46 CFR 199.130 as far as practicable on existing towing vessels. Life float was improperly installed preventing a float free arrangement during the course of an emergency. Life float was also missing the 100 ft painter line, weak-link, paddles, waterlight, etc.