1. Vessel Inspection Deficiencies
Most common deficiencies identified during 2016 Sector Buffalo’s SPV Inspections
Inspection vs Quality Control
CG-835 Issuance/Deadlines
CG-840

2. Deficiency Occurrence

3. Electrical Systems Batteries-Properly secured
Wires & Cables-Properly sized, run, supported & protected.
Dead end wires not removed.
Navigation Lights inoperative-If a light goes out why?
Bilge pumps not proven to be UL1113 approved, not permanently mounted & yes not operating!
Installations-Unapproved or mods not submitted for review.
*Battery installations*, dead end wires, wires not properly mounted, switchboard not properly maintained to prevent electrocution hazards.
Electrical Distribution System (service)
Electric Supply System (service)
Engine Controls (Electric/Electronic)
Electric Generation Source (service)
Electrical Distribution System (emergency)
Dead End Wires (46 CFR ): All cables or wires must serve some piece of equipment or system onboard the vessel. In situations where a piece of equipment or system is removed and not replaced, the cable or wire that serviced the equipment or system must also be properly removed from the power supply.

4. Electrical Systems
Wires & Cables-Properly sized, run, supported & protected.
   Cable and wiring requirements (b) All cable and wire must: (4) Be installed with metal supports spaced not more than 610 millimeters (24 inches) apart, and in such a manner as to avoid chafing and other damage. The use of plastic tie wraps must be limited to bundling or retention of multiple cable installations, and not used as a means of support, except that on vessels of not more than meters (65 feet) in length, installations in accordance with paragraph 14.h of ABYC E-8 and paragraph 15.h of ABYC E-9 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR ) are acceptable as meeting the requirements of this section;
   Cable and wiring requirements (g) Each connection to a conductor or terminal part of a conductor must be made within an enclosure and have either: (1) A pressure type connector on each conductor; (2) A solder lug on each conductor; (3) A splice made with a pressure type connector to a flexible lead or conductor; or (4) A splice that is soldered, brazed, or welded to a flexible lead or conductor.
*Battery installations*, dead end wires, wires not properly mounted, switchboard not properly maintained to prevent electrocution hazards.
Electrical Distribution System (service)
Electric Supply System (service)
Engine Controls (Electric/Electronic)
Electric Generation Source (service)
Electrical Distribution System (emergency)
Dead End Wires (46 CFR ): All cables or wires must serve some piece of equipment or system onboard the vessel. In situations where a piece of equipment or system is removed and not replaced, the cable or wire that serviced the equipment or system must also be properly removed from the power supply.

5. Lifesaving
Lifebuoys-Condition or water light battery Inoperative, expired or incorrect battery.
Lifesaving system maintenance!
Lifejacket-Condition or markings
Lifefloats-Condition or gear issue
EPIRBS-Battery expired, unapproved, monthly test not completed or not logged. Know your systems – read the owners manual!!
Drills-unsat demonstration of req
knowledge of systems or written procedures.
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6. Deteriorated Hull Material
Hull-Side shell & Bottom plating
Structures-Bulkheads Deck plating
Shafts wasted or damaged
Deteriorated Hull Material (46 CFR ; NVIC 7-68; NVIC 8-87; NVIC 7-95): Routine examinations of a vessel’s hull both internally and externally are critical to the safety of a vessel. Wood vessels are notorious for having wasted wood planking and deteriorated fasteners. Steel and Aluminum hulled vessels are prone to get cracked welds following allisions with objects such as docks and also due to routine operations in rough seas. Steel is also prone to rusting, especially in areas where the plating is uncoated or where the coating may have failed. Fiberglass hulled vessels are also subject to hull deterioration due to delamination, blisters, or cracks/knicks in the gel coat which can allow water to permeate through the various layers of fiberglass and weaken the hull structure. Vessel owners/operators should make a concerted effort to examine all accessible internal hull components including through hull fittings on a regular basis. Identifying problems early can prevent costly repairs or even major hull damage in the future.

7. Firefighting
Extinguisher/Fixed System- Servicing not completed & missing units.
Drills-unsat demonstration of required knowledge of systems or written procedures. Training not logged.
Pumps- Inoperative modifications to
System but never tested until
Inspection.

8. Fuel Systems
Hoses – (e) USCG Approved, properly installed(protection/fittings/double hose clamps).
Piping – – Non-Appropriate material or condition.
Filters – (B)(6) Flame impingent bowl missing, filter plugged.
Fuel tank – 2015 we had 2 vessels experience marine causalities due to bio growth within tank.

9. Documents/Publications
(46 CFR )
Navigation charts missing or not update using the published Notice to mariners.
Missing or outdated navigation publications.
Marking and Placards
FCC Certificates or Licenses.
Navigational Charts Outdated or Missing (46 CFR ): All certificated small passenger vessels must carry appropriate navigational charts that cover the area in which they operate. These charts must be kept current using regularly published Notices to Mariners. Many vessels that received deficiencies for outdated or missing navigation charts were also found to be missing other required nautical publications which include the U.S. Coast Pilot, Coast Guard Light List, Tide Tables, and Current Tables. Vessels may use extracts from these publications for the area of operations in lieu of carrying the complete publication.

10. Missing 1st aid kit or outdated contents. Extension cords
Occupational Safety
Missing 1st aid kit or outdated contents.
Extension cords
Guards for exposed hazards.
Broken outlets.
Tripping hazards

11. Proof of enrollment for company or individuals. MIS submission.
DAPI
Proof of enrollment for company or individuals.
MIS submission.

12. 2016 Inspection Priorities
Inspection vs Quality Control year 2!!!!
CG-840
Comprehensive guide outlining inspection requirement
Inspect your own vessel using the reference prior to CG Inspector arrival.
Operators Ready for Inspection
Fully prepped/ready for operation Before you operate each trip you should be compliant. Consider our standards the minimum!

13. CG-835 Issuance/Deadlines
Deficiency identified – deficiency issued on a CG-835.
Deadline on form either requiring correction prior to operating (No sail) or specified time line for correction.
Deadline is just that, if item is not corrected become a no-sail. Extension may be granted IF YOU CALL US & provide a reasonable explanation.
Right of appeal on the back of the form.