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What is not an inspected towing vessel? |
<26 ft not red flag Sea going tug >300gt Assistance towing Towing rec for salvage Marina tenders Public vessels Workboats |
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Define excepted vessel |
Used solely within a limited geographical location, harbor assist, emergency response, otherwise exempted by OCMI |
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Existing vessel |
Keel laid before 20JUL2017 |
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New towing vessel |
Keel laid after 20JUL2017 |
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Who determines limited geographic area or work site? |
LGA cotp Worksite OCMI |
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Can and owner/ operator elect to change inspection option from TSMS to CG or vice versa within the 5 year period? |
Yes with a request to OCMI 136.130 |
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What date should all towing vessels be certified. |
19JUL2022 136.202 |
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Under the TSMS option, can a company implement an internal survey program? |
Yes but must meet 137.210 |
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Does a vessel enrolled in the TSMS need to notify the OCMI prior to getting underway with damage that would warrant a PTP? What else is needed |
Yes. Owner or master must believe trip can be completed safely The TSMS addresses the condition that has resulted in non compliance Does not tow while proceeding unless owner seems safe Notification made to OCMI |
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Under the internal survey program, how long can an annual inspection spread out? |
Must inspect everything within the year. 137.210 |
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What are the 15 components that make up the scope of the TSMS survey? |
137.220 TSMS Hull Machinery Steering Pressure vessels Electrical Lifesaving Fire protection Towing gear Nav equip Sanitary exam Unsafe practices Vessel personnel Oil pollution prevention Misc |
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What is the dry dock interval for a towing vessel? |
137.300(a) Saltwater >6mo twice in 5 no more than 36m between Saltwater<6mo every 5 |
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Can a vessel utilizing TSMS conduct dry dock/ISE surveys internally? Who must be notified? |
137.315 Yes must notify TPO and OCMI where DD will take place. |
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When do shafts and rudders need to be removed for inspection? |
If during DD inspector is unable to evaluate condition. 137.330(a) |
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Do fuel tanks need to be examined internally as part of the DDE/ISE? |
No, as long as the general condition of the tanks is determined to be satisfactory by external exam 137.330(b) |
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How long must a TSMS certificate need to be issued prior to issues COI? |
6mo 138.115 |
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Is an existing safety management system acceptable as meeting TSMS? 138.225 |
Yes as long as it fully meets the requirements of 33CFR96 ISM and SMS |
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How long is a TSMS cert valid |
5yrs 138.305(b) |
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How often must an external management audit be conducted? |
138.315 Prior to issuance of the initial TSMS or renewals in addition to mid-periods between 27-33mo of COI |
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Frequency of external vessel audits? |
138.315 Prior to issuance of initial COI for operators that have been operating >6mo No later than 6mo after the issuance of initial for operators operating <6mo Once randomly in 5 years |
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If an external auditor identifies major non-conformities, what must be done? |
The auditor must notify local OCMI within 24hrs and owner/operators rep designated by TSMS |
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When an external audit is going to be conducted under TSMS, how long prior does OCMI need to be notified? |
72hrs 138.500(a) |
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What CG Organization is delegated the authority to oversee and approveTPO’s? |
TV NCOE 139.125(a) |
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Does the TVNCOE need to be notified when a TPO removes an auditor or surveyor from its list? |
Yes, TVNCOE must also be notified and provided with qualifications for added auditors or surveyors |
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How long must reports, generated under part 139 be retained by the TPO? |
5 years 139.165(c) |
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What persons/ roles must be included in the “change of watch” documentation? |
Master, Nav watch,look out, *ER watch if it is maintained 140.420 |
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What vessels must document duties and duty stations of each person onboard during and emergency? |
Vessels with alternating watches, over night watches 140.405(b) |
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When must a crew member receive safety orientation? Is this orientation needed if the crew member has received it on another vessel? |
Prior to getting underway for the first time on a particular vessel? Orientation may be modified to crew members from any other vessel to cover only areas unique to the new vessel. 140.410 |
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What mariners do not require instructions on the use of davit launched life rafts nor the rescue boat launching? |
Credentialed mariners 140.420(d)(5) |
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Is a light required on a work vest? |
Only when worn at night 140.430 (a) |
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Which towing vessels need to have means to take blood pressure, splint broken bones and apply large bandages for serious wounds? |
Vessels operating on Oceans, Great Lakes and Coastwise routes.
140.435 |
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When must a vessel implement a health and safety plan? |
NLT 22JUL2019 140.500 |
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When may hatches be openings to the hull be left open? |
When access is need for transit When operating on a river with a tow, if the master determines its safe On LBS w/o a tow in calm weather, when the master determines its safe. |
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When must ALL exterior openings at the main deck level be closed? |
When the vessel is downstreaming Down streaming- when a vessel moves downstream w/ the current in order to approach and land squarely on another object such as a fleet, dock or tow. |
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What must be examined or tested prior to getting underway? |
Navigation assessment 140.635 Propulsion control and steering controls at operating station 143.245(b) Pre-departure checklist (applies to vessel with voyages more than 24 hours ow hen each master assumes command) 1)Steering systems 2)Navigational equipment 3) Comms 4) Lights 5)Terminal gear 6)Propulsion systems 164.80(a) |
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When must a navigational assessment be done and when should it be reviewed for potential changes? |
Prior to intended route and ops Must be kept up to date to reflect changes in conditions and circumstances At each change of navigational watch by oncoming officer 140.635 |
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What crew members do NOT require navigation safety training? |
Credentialed Mariners holding AB or officer endorsements 140.645 |
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What towing vessels are required to maintain an official logbook (CG-706B/ C) ? |
Vessels visiting a foreign port >100GT on a voyage between a port in the US and the Atlantic or Pacific Ocean 140.905 |
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In regards to lifesaving equipment, does a towing vessel have to maintain onboard, the lifesaving equipment listed on the COI? Explain. |
Equipment requirements are based on area the towing vessel is certified. However, the vessel must be equipped per the certificate requirements at time of certification. 141.200 The master must ensure that all lifesaving equipment is properly maintained and ready for use at all times 141.230 |
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Can a TPO approve alternative lifesaving equipment arrangement for a vessel under TSMS? |
Yes but limited to only Life jackets 141.340 Immersion suits 141.350 Lifebouys 141.360
141.225(b) |
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Under what conditions can a towing vessel eliminate the need for survival craft? |
If the vessel is in a limited geographic area or protected waters On a rivers route and carried an EPIRB or had TSMS w/ procedures for evacuating crew OR operates <1mile from shore. 141.305(d)(3) |
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When can a skiff be used as a survival craft? |
Operates <3NM from shore. Must be: Capable of being launched within 5 min under ALL circumstances Be of suitable size for all persons on board Not exceed loading plate required by 33CFR183.23 Not contain modifications affecting buoyancy or structure Marked IAW 199.176-178 141.330 |
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Do lifejackets on rivers routes require a whistle? |
Yes. Required on all ITV’s regardless of route. 141.340(g)(2) |
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How many lifebuoys does a towing vessel of 82 ft need to carry and how many need a lifeline and how many with light? |
4-24” life rings 1w/ line 2 w/ lights 141.360 |
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What vessels must carry a line throwing appliance? What q spec must it meet? |
Oceans and Coastwise routes 161.040 141.385 |
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When does a towing vessel have to carry firefighters outfits and how many? |
Each vessel >79ft on oceans or coastwise routes that doesn’t have installed fixed firefighting system must have 2 suits and 2 SCBAs. |
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Does the normal complement of B-II extinguishers count for an extinguisher associated with the flammable/combustible storage room/cabinet? |
No. This is an additional extinguisher to the ones required by the 142.230 tables. “A 40-BC portable fire extinguisher must be located near the room/cabinet” 142.224(d) |
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What vessels must have a B-V to protect the engine room AND a fixed fire-extinguishing system installed in the engine room? |
A towing vessel on a limited coastwise, coastwise or oceans route OR GL beyond 3nm with keel laid after 27AUG2003 46CFR142.315(b) |
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If a portable pump is used, what pressure and GPM must it meet and what are the hose requirements? |
60psi self priming pump 50ft commercial lined hose 1.5” diameter immediately available to attach with stream of water that can reach anywhere on the vessel. Corrosion resistant nozzle with spray and stream. 142.325(e) |
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What type of fixed fire detection system is authorized to be installed on ITV’s? |
System approved by commandant under 161.002 or listed by NRTL IAW 29CFR1910.7 |
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What towing vessels need heat detection system in the galley? |
New towing vessels keel laid after 20JUL2017 |
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What Machinery related alarms must be provided on existing vessels? |
MDE/ GEN low oil psi MDE/GEN high water temp High bilge Low hydraulic steering fluid Low fuel level (if fitted with day tank) |
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When must existing vessels meet the requirements for pilot house alerted and towing machinery warning systems IAW 143.450-460? |
No later than 5 years after the issuance of the first COI. 143.200(c) |
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When must piping and machinery related components be insulated? |
When heat exceeds 220C/ 428F 143.220(b) Engine exhaust ducts galley exhausts and similar sources <18” away from ignition sources. 144.415 All towing vessels - exhaust piping New towing vessels- each pipe exceeding 150F within reach of personnel 144.830
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Do existing tugs require rudder angle indicators? |
Yes. Each towing vessel must have means to monitor and control the amount of rudder angle at each op station. 143.225 |
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What gauges must be provided for machinery on existing vessels? |
MDE/GEN oil psi MDE/GEN RPM MDE/GEN Cooling water temp Hydraulic steering fluid psi 143.230(c) |
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What vessels require a general alarm? |
Each towing vessel that is not an exempted vessel |
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What towing vessels are not required to have internal communications? |
Excepted vessels Vessels with multiple propulsion units w/ independent control for each unit. When pilot house and access to engine room are within 10ft and able to directly communicate. 143.240 |
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What are the requirements for valves on piping located below the waterline on a towing vessel? |
Fitted with accessible valve as close to the hull penetration as practicable. Must be clearly marked to identify its function. 143.250(d) |
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How often are alternate steering and propulsion controls required to be tested and recorded? |
Every 3 months 143.245(b) table |
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Fuel shut off requirements |
Must be installed in the fuel piping directly outside supply tank. |
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What types of non-metallic flex hose are acceptable for fuel hoses? |
SAE J1942 Inner and outer tube with reinforced wire braid with either compression fittings meeting SAE J1475 or double clamps |
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Do existing vessels require internal pressure vessel inspection? |
No unless the MI questions the condition based on external inspection |
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Electrical connectors and flexible cable plugs must be designed to___? |
Have a locking connector to prevent rattling loose. 143.400 |
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Can an existing vessel use phosphorescent lighting strips for emergency lighting? |
Yes if installed along escape routes and sufficiently visible with no power. 143.410(b)(2) |
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What are the fuel piping requirements? |
Steel, annealed copper, nickel-copper or copper-nickel seamless not less than .9mm (0.035”) Aluminum for aluminum hulls atleast schedule 80 Non metallic flex hose not more than 30”. J1942 hose with J1475 fittings. |
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Why towing vessels are not required to have internal communications? |
Excepted vessels Vessels with multiple propulsion units w/ independent control for each unit. When pilot house and access to engine room are within 10ft and able to directly communicate. 143.240 |
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Can an existing vessel use phosphorescent lighting strips for emergency lighting? |
Yes if installed along escape routes and sufficiently visible with no power. 143.410(b)(2) |
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What standard must nav lights meet on vessels over 65ft? |
UL1104 143.415(a) |
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What are the requirements for valves on piping located below the waterline on a towing vessel? |
Fitted with accessible valve as close to the hull penetration as practicable. Must be clearly marked to identify its function. 143.250(d) |
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Fuel shut off requirements |
Must be installed in the fuel piping directly outside supply tank. |
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What are the marking requirements for fuel shut off valves? |
Atleast 1” indicating purpose and operation. |
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What types of non-metallic flex hose are acceptable for fuel hoses? |
SAE J1942 Inner and outer tube with reinforced wire braid with either compression fittings meeting SAE J1475 or double clamps |
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What requirements do pressure vessels on new towing vessels meet? |
Pressure vessels over 5cu meters and more that 15psi MAWP must meet ABS rules for Building and Classing steel vessels. |
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What standard must nav lights meet on vessels over 65ft? |
UL1104 or other standards accepted by USCG 143.415(a) |
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What standard must nav lights meet for vessels under 65ft.? |
33CFR183.810 Nav rules or ABYC A-16 |
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What vessels need not comply with the requirements for pilot house alerted system? |
Vessels with no overnight accom or alternating watches If second person is provided in the pilot house Towing vessels <65 feet Existing vessels within the first 5 years of issuance of first COI |
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What site describes the approved ABYC standard for towing vessels under 65ft? |
143.520(a) |
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A new towing vessel’s generators and motors must have a data plate that shows what info? |
Rated Kw, current, voltage and rated ambient temp. 143.555(b)(20 |
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how many sources of power does a new towing vessel need? |
A towing vessel needs 2. Second source must be adequate to supply to essential alarms, lighting, radios, navigation equipment and other essential systems. If batteries are used, it must supply power for not less than 3 hours. 143.555 |
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What essential loads must be energized from the second source of power? |
Bilge alarms Emergency lighting egress, pilot house, engine room Navigation lights Radios and navigation equipment All alarms Any essential system identified by OCMI or TPO 143.555(b)(8) |
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What is considered acceptable over current protection for wiring? |
A circuit breaker (15A-30A depending on conductor size) that opens the circuit at the standard setting closest to 80% manufacturer ampacity 143.565(b) |
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If the amperage is not known, how can the over current protection device’s allowable setting be determined? |
Article 310.15B of the NEC table |
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Can essential and non-essential systems share the same circuit or same over current protection device? |
Only on excepted vessels 143.565(b)(5) |
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Can extension cords be used as a permanent connection to a source of electrical power? |
No. 143.575(b) |
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Cable hangers with metal supports must be provided atleast every __ inches? |
48 143.575(a)(2) |
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Can twist-on connectors be used for electrical? |
Yes but only if enclosed in an enclosure and the insulated cap but be secured to prevent loosening. May not be used for making joints in cables facilitating a splice or extending the length of the conductor. |
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What standards must be met if using an alternative to 143.555-143.575? |
ABS rules |
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What are the additional requirements for vessels moving barges carrying oil or haz in bulk? |
Yes. Must have redundancies for propulsion, steering and related control systems 143.585-595 |
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What parties may preform verification of compliance for design standards? |
Registered and licensed PE for specific components Authorized class society issuing Cargo Ship Safety Construction Cert USCG (MSC) 144.140 |
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When do plans approved by class need to be submitted to CG? |
Only upon request 144.145(e) |
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Where are stability standards found in M? |
144.305 |
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Does an existing vessel need to comply with mattress standards? |
No only new vessels 144.430 |
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On a new towing vessel when can only one means of escape be allowed? |
Deck area less than 30 square meters (322 square ft) No stove heater or source of fire in space The means of escape is located as far as possible from a machinery space or fuel tank; AND If an accommodations space, the single means of escape does not include a deck scuttle or ladder. |
