Revised Ship Inspection Report (SIRE) Programme Report umber BHJG-8231-7838-4871 Report Template BIQ5 - USA v2.0 (2205) Vessel ame MISS CTHIA IMO umber Date of Inspection 15 Feb 2017 Port of Inspection Inspecting Company Selected variants Houston, TX Chevron Shipping Inland Push/Tug Tow or push, Inland DISCLAIMER OCIMF DOES OT WARRAT OPERATOR IDETIT AD IS OT RESPOSIBLE FOR THE CHOICE OF SHIPS ISPECTED, THE ISPECTORS CHOSE, THE PERFORMACE OF THE ISPECTIOS OR THE COTET OF THE REPORTS, OPERATOR COMMETS AD/OR VPQ RESPOSES DISTRIBUTED UDER THE REVISED PROGRAMME. OCIMF IS IVOLVED OL I THE RECEIPT, ORGAISATIO AD DISTRIBUTIO OF THE FOREGOIG PROGRAMME OUTPUT. OCIMF DOES OT REVIEW OR EVALUATE SUCH OUTPUT AD EXPRESSES O OPIIO COCERIG ITS ACCURAC. WHILE OCIMF MAKES EVER EFFORT TO ESURE THAT REPORTS AD OPERATOR COMMETS ARE RECEIVED, ORGAISED AD DISTRIBUTED I ACCORDACE WITH THE SIRE COMPOSITE GUIDELIES OCIMF ACCEPTS O LIABILIT FOR FAILURE TO DO SO.
Report for MISS CTHIA [BHJG-8231-7838-4871, Date: 15 Feb 2017] Section 1 Chapter 1: General particulars General particulars 1.1 Vessel Variant. Tow or push, Inland 1.2 Is the inspected vessel subject to USA Regulations? es 1.3 ame of Vessel. MISS CTHIA 1.4 IMO number. ot applicable 1.6 Official umber or Vessel Identification umber. 985837 1.7 Date of the inspection. 15 Feb 2017 1.8 Port of the inspection. Houston, TX 1.9 Geographic region where the vessel normally trades. United States Inland Waterways 1.12 Gross tonnage. 131.00 1.13 Date the vessel was delivered. 18 ov 1992 1.14 ame of the Company commissioning the inspection. Chevron Shipping 1.15 ame of the inspector. (For use of Inspecting Company only) For inspecting company only 1.16 Time the inspector boarded the vessel. 15 Feb 2017. 09:00 1.17 Time the inspector departed the vessel. 15 Feb 2017. 17:00 1.18 Hull type. Single hull 1.21 ame of the vessel's Operator. Higman Barge Lines 1.22 1.23 Address of the vessel's Operator. Telephone number. 1980 Post Oak Blvd. Suite 1101 Houston, Texas 77056 713-552-1101 1.24 Fax number. 713-552-0732 1.25 Email address. sire@higman.com 2/14
Report for MISS CTHIA [BHJG-8231-7838-4871, Date: 15 Feb 2017] 1.26 Date the Operator assumed control of the vessel. 18 ov 1992 1.27 1.28 Does the data entered in the SIRE Barge and Tug Particulars es Questionnaire appear to be accurate and up to date? Other Inspector Comments: Barge Particulars Questionnaire updated 15 FEB 2017. Vessel was a conventional design push boat measuring 72' x 26' x 10.5' and 131 GRT rated at 2000 horsepower. Vessel was outfitted with 2 propellers, and both steering & flanking rudders. Chapter 2: Certification and documentation Certification and documentation 2.30 Is the vessel registered with a Classification Society? o 2.31 Which Classification society is the vessel registered with? ot applicable 2.32 What is the date of expiry of Class Certificate? ot applicable 2.34 What was the date of the last Annual Survey? ot applicable 2.45 What was the date of departure from the last scheduled drydock? 24 Feb 2016 2.46 What was the date of last port State control inspection? 08 Apr 2014 3/14
Report for MISS CTHIA [BHJG-8231-7838-4871, Date: 15 Feb 2017] Crew details on 15 Feb 2017 Barge Crew Rank Certificate competency Issuing country Expires STCW Tankerman endorsement Authorised cargo ears operator ears rank Captain MMC-MasterUnited States of towing vessels Great Lakes, Inland Waters, Western Rivers 2019-04-14 es o one 8 7 4/14
Report for MISS CTHIA [BHJG-8231-7838-4871, Date: 15 Feb 2017] Section 2 Key questions marked es without comment. Chapter 1: General particulars Chapter 2: Certification and documentation Certification and documentation 2.42, 2.47, 2.49 Chapter 3: Crew management Chapter 4: avigation and communications avigation and communications 4.2, 4.4, 4.7, 4.9, 4.16, 4.18, 4.19, 4.20, 4.24, 4.28, 4.30, 4.32, 4.38, 4.43 Chapter 5: Safety management General Safety 5.1, 5.7, 5.8 Fire Fighting Equipment 5.16 Lifesaving Equipment 5.20 Operational Safety 5.25, 5.28, 5.36, 5.37 Vessel Security 5.60, 5.64 Chapter 6: Pollution prevention 5/14
Report for MISS CTHIA [BHJG-8231-7838-4871, Date: 15 Feb 2017] Pollution prevention 6.6, 6.7, 6.12, 6.16 Chapter 7: Structure Structure 7.3 Chapter 9: Mooring Mooring 9.2, 9.7, 9.16 Chapter 10: Towing and pushing vessels Towing and pushing vessels 10.2, 10.3, 10.7 Chapter 11: Machinery Machinery 11.2, 11.3, 11.5, 11.7, 11.17, 11.18, 11.21, 11.23, 11.25, 11.34, 11.36, 11.37, 11.38 Chapter 12: General appearance General appearance 12.4 6/14
Report for MISS CTHIA [BHJG-8231-7838-4871, Date: 15 Feb 2017] Section 3 Chapter 1: General particulars General particulars 1.27 Does the data entered in the SIRE Barge and Tug Particulars Questionnaire appear to be accurate and up to date? Other Inspector Comments: Barge Particulars Questionnaire updated 15 FEB 2017. S A Chapter 2: Certification and documentation Certification and documentation 2.7 If applicable, has the vessel been provided with a Radio Certificate? Other Inspector Comments: FCC station license expires 20 SEP 2023. S A 2.12 If applicable, has the vessel been provided with a Loadline Certificate? S A 2.13 Has the vessel been provided with an International Ship Security Certificate or equivalent? Other Inspector Comments: AWO ASP approved 08 FEB 2016. S A 2.28 Does the vessel carry a USCG Certificate of Documentation? Other Inspector Comments: COD expires 30 APR 2017. S A 2.51 Has the operator's representative visited the vessel within the last six months? Other Inspector Comments: Date of last rep visit was 14 FEB 2017. S A 2.52 Is a recent operator's internal audit report available and is a close-out system in place for dealing with non-conformities? Other Inspector Comments: Last audit conducted on 14 FEB 2017. onconformities closed out and documented with the report. S A 2.53 Does the master review the "Safety Management System" and report to the operator on any deficiencies? Other Inspector Comments: Last annual review conducted JA 2016. S A 2.999 7/14
Report for MISS CTHIA [BHJG-8231-7838-4871, Date: 15 Feb 2017] Chapter 3: Crew management Crew management 3.4 If the vessel is manned, complete the attached crew matrix for all officers and ratings See attached. 3.5 If the vessel is manned, are personnel directly employed by vessel's Operator? Other Inspector Comments: All crew members were employed by Higman Barge Lines, Inc. S A 3.6 Are policies relating to work and rest periods in place and are they being complied with? Other Inspector Comments: Crew was standing a 8 x 4 watch rotation. S A 3.7 Does the Operator or the contractor supplying personnel, have a Drug and Alcohol policy that meets or exceeds OCIMF guidelines? Other Inspector Comments: Company's D & A policy posted in the galley, and alcohol test strips with an expiration date of AUG 2017 were on board. S A 3.11 Chapter 4: avigation and communications avigation and communications 4.1 Is an up to date Operator's avigational and Bridge Organization Manual on board that lists the duties of the watchkeeping responsible persons? Other Inspector Comments: Electronic version aboard. S A 4.3 If applicable to the type of vessel, is the navigational equipment appropriate and operating satisfactorily? Other Inspector Comments: All necessary navigational equipment was operational. S A 4.10 Is the vessel equipped with an operational radar? Other Inspector Comments: 1 radar on battery backup installed with operator policy for inoperable navigation equipment. S A 4.12 Is an operational VHF Radio provided? Other Inspector Comments: 3 radios on the bridge all on battery backup. S A 4.13 Are operational hand-held radios (walkie talkies) provided? Other Inspector Comments: 2 intrinsically safe hand-held radios on board. S A 4.14 Is an operational search light provided? Other Inspector Comments: 2 search lights installed. S A 4.15 Are operational sound signals provided? Other Inspector Comments: An operable ship's whistle and fog bell were provided. S A 8/14
Report for MISS CTHIA [BHJG-8231-7838-4871, Date: 15 Feb 2017] 4.27 Are appropriate optical signals/daylight shapes provided? S A 4.29 Is an operational general alarm provided? Other Inspector Comments: Tested SAT. S A 4.33 If an Electronic Chart System is fitted, is it fully operational? Other Inspector Comments: The Rose Point system was current and on an internet connection for updates. S A 4.34 Are emergency or auxiliary steering gear / pump changeover instructions posted and are they clearly understood? Other Inspector Comments: Instructions were posted at the operating station. S A 4.36 Are the air draughts clearly displayed in the wheelhouse? Other Inspector Comments: The air draught was 42 feet and posted at the operating station. Height of eye is 26.6 feet. S A 4.37 Are local navigation warnings received on board on a regular basis, and readily available to the navigators? Other Inspector Comments: Local otice to Mariners received electronically. S A 4.999 Chapter 5: Safety management General Safety 5.2 Does the Operator provide adequate personal protection equipment, (PPE) appropriate to the cargo(es) being carried and is it being used correctly? Other Inspector Comments: All crew members were wearing proper PPE for the operations conducted during the inspection. S A 5.3 Is a Quality Manual (Safety Management Manual) available on board and are personnel familiar with its contents? Other Inspector Comments: Electronic version was on board. Crew demonstrated knowledge of the Quality Manual. S A 5.5 Are places where smoking is permitted adequately identified, are smoking regulations being observed, and are doors and other means of access kept closed? Other Inspector Comments: Designated smoking area located in the upper engine room. Smoking area sign posted in designated area. S A 5.9 Is an operational emergency lighting system provided? Other Inspector Comments: Spot checked SAT throughout the vessel. S A 9/14
Report for MISS CTHIA [BHJG-8231-7838-4871, Date: 15 Feb 2017] Fire Fighting Equipment 5.11 Is an Emergency Plan posted? Other Inspector Comments: Emergency plan posted on every deck. S A 5.12 Is sufficient fire fighting equipment on board, which may include hoses, nozzles, firemen's outfits, breathing apparatus and portable extinguishers and is it in satisfactory condition, and ready for immediate use? Other Inspector Comments: All portable and semi-portable fire extinguishing equipment was last inspected on JU 2016 and was in satisfactory condition. S A 5.13 If fitted, are fixed fire, smoke and gas detection systems and emergency systems fully operational, tested, and are the inspection records up to date? Other Inspector Comments: The fire detection system was certified by P.E. letter dated 23 FEB 2016, and was last inspected / tested on JU 2016. S A 5.14 If a fixed fire fighting system is installed, is it in satisfactory condition? Other Inspector Comments: Vessel was provided with a B-V semi-portable extinguisher in lieu of a fixed system. S A Lifesaving Equipment 5.22 Are safety ropes and equipment available to effectively undertake rescue from enclosed spaces? S A Operational Safety 5.24 Are Safety Data Sheets (SDS) provided for the cargoes being carried and are they posted? Other Inspector Comments: Paper copies and electronic library available. S A 5.29 Are dangerous cargo signals (red flag or red light) displayed? S A 5.46 If portable gas detection instruments are provided, do personnel demonstrate familiarity with their operation and calibration? Other Inspector Comments: 2 personal clip on style self-calibrating units provided on board. S A 5.49 Are emergency first aid kits available? Other Inspector Comments: A fully stocked first aid kit and eye wash station was located near the galley. S A Vessel Security 5.61 Are measures in place to prevent unauthorized boarding? Other Inspector Comments: ID checked upon boarding the vessel and visitors log maintained. S A 5.999 10/14
Report for MISS CTHIA [BHJG-8231-7838-4871, Date: 15 Feb 2017] Chapter 6: Pollution prevention Pollution prevention 6.4 Is suitable equipment provided to deal with small oil spills? Other Inspector Comments: Sealed spill kit located on second deck.\ S A 6.5 Are anti-pollution notices posted? Other Inspector Comments: otices posted in engine room. S A 6.11 Are suitable spill containers fitted around all fuel, diesel and lubricating oil tank vents? Other Inspector Comments: All fitted containment was clean and dry. S A 6.17 Are the machinery spaces free of unauthorized overboard discharges and any evidence that unlawful oil discharge has taken place? Other Inspector Comments: Bilge overboard discharge secured. S A 6.18 Are receipts maintained for each disposal of garbage? Other Inspector Comments: Disposal is logged and any receipts given, filed on board. S A 6.999 Chapter 7: Structure Structure 7.1 Is the hull free from visible structural defects that warrant further investigation? Other Inspector Comments: The visible portions of the hull coatings and marking were corroded about 10 percent. S A 7.2 Are weather decks free from visible structural defects that warrant further investigation? Other Inspector Comments: The deck coatings were corroded less than 5 percent. S A 7.5 If any cargo, ballast tanks or voids were inspected or sighted from the deck, were they in a satisfactory condition? Inspector Observations: Flush-mounted deck hatches were sealed shut to prevent water ingress. S A 7.999 Chapter 8: Cargo handling Venting and Inert Gas Systems 8.999 11/14
Report for MISS CTHIA [BHJG-8231-7838-4871, Date: 15 Feb 2017] Chapter 9: Mooring Mooring 9.1 Is the vessel effectively moored? Other Inspector Comments: Faced up to dock with 1 poly mooring line. S A 9.17 If fitted, do mooring winch foundations appear to be in a satisfactory condition? S A 9.999 Chapter 10: Towing and pushing vessels Towing and pushing vessels 10.1 Does operator have policy/procedure to determine tow to horsepower ratio is sufficient? Other Inspector Comments: Incorporated into the Safety Management System. S A 10.11 Are the connections between tugs to barges and between barges being maintained in a satisfactory condition? Other Inspector Comments: Tug was not made up in a towing configuration during the inspection. S A 10.28 Is the tug/barge pushing connection acceptable for the current service? Other Inspector Comments: Standard inland push boat configuration utilizing push knees, wires / lines, and deck winches. S A 10.43 Chapter 11: Machinery Machinery 11.1 Is the general cleanliness and housekeeping in the engine and machinery space satisfactory? Other Inspector Comments: Spaces were clean and orderly. S A 11.8 Are the emergency main fuel stops prominently marked and operational? Other Inspector Comments: Fuel stops located on the port side and properly labelled. S A 11.10 If fitted, are the 12 volt and 24 volt batteries in satisfactory condition? Other Inspector Comments: All batteries were properly arranged and secured in boxes with covers. S A 11.11 If fitted, is the fire pump in satisfactory condition and operational? Other Inspector Comments: Fire pump tested SAT. S A 12/14
Report for MISS CTHIA [BHJG-8231-7838-4871, Date: 15 Feb 2017] 11.13 Are bilge alarms operational? Other Inspector Comments: Bilge alarm tested SAT. S A 11.16 Is the emergency steering gear operational? Other Inspector Comments: Both steering pumps tested SAT. S A 11.19 If a fixed engine room fire extinguishing system is fitted, is it in satisfactory operational condition? Other Inspector Comments: Diagrams and instructions for use posted. Last serviced on 12 Apr 2016. S A 11.20 Is all moving machinery provided with effective guards where this presents a hazard? Other Inspector Comments: Proper guards in place for rotating shafts, belts, and fans. S A 11.22 If fitted, are the emergency escape exits clearly marked, unobstructed and adequately lit? S A 11.24 Are flammable/combustible materials properly stored? Other Inspector Comments: In a dedicated locker on the aft 2nd deck. S A 11.26 If fitted, is the oily water separator arrangement and overboard discharge operated correctly? S A 11.27 Is all electrical equipment including junction boxes and cable runs in good order? Other Inspector Comments: o loose / exposed wiring or electrical hazards observed. S A 11.28 Is the condition of the steering compartment satisfactory? Other Inspector Comments: Free of clutter & obstructions around moving linkages. S A 11.29 Is the operation of the steering equipment satisfactory? Other Inspector Comments: Tested both steering and flanking rudders. S A 11.999 Chapter 12: General appearance General appearance 12.2 If fendering is fitted is it in a satisfactory condition? Other Inspector Comments: Fitted with satisfactory compressed rubber fendering along the hull. S A 12.6 Does the internal appearance of the superstructure appear to be satisfactory? Other Inspector Comments: Interior spaces were clean and orderly. S A 12.8 13/14
Report for MISS CTHIA [BHJG-8231-7838-4871, Date: 15 Feb 2017] Operator's initial comments entered by: Mike Rohland [michaelr@higman.com] Operator's Initial General Comments 14/14