22B0002 Attachment 2 Towboat Inspection Checklist.pdf

TOWBOATS

TOWBOAT INSPECTION CHECK LIST

Item Additional to USCE Safety Manual – Bearing on capability of towboat to perform in intended service YES NO YES NO YES NO YES NO YES NO REMARKS

I.

Towboats to satisfy applicable U.S. Coast Guard Rules

1. Towboats to be considered under this contract must satisfy the U.S. Coast Guard Rules for Uninspected Vessels. 46 CFR Subchapter “C” Parts 24 thru 26.

II.

Power, Propulsion

1. Main Engines for multiple screw propulsion.

Total installed power to be 1000 SHP minimum at a variable rating where full throttle might be required for 30 minute periods, but followed by equal intervals at continuously rated rpm (reduced load).

2. Propellers sized to restrict engine RPM to 95% manufacturers top rated rpm at bollard condition and to develop sufficient towing speed at continuous rated rpm (85% top rated rpm) to complete USCE contract required 79 hour round trip with any two of the eight USCE Fish Transport Barges in tow at full load draft downstream and light upstream.

To verify satisfaction of these requirements the towboat free running rpm and rpm at the bollard should be recorded in an operational test. The engine manufactures model ratings should be submitted.

III.

Propeller Shafting Size Propeller shafting size is to satisfy the requirements of the ABS Rules* (Sect. 7 Part 7.7)

*American Bureau of Shipping “Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels for Service on Rivers and Intercoastal Waterways”

IV.

Rudders, Stocks and Steering Gears Steering systems are to satisfy the requirements of the ABS Rules* (Sect. 6 Parts 6.5.2, 3.a. and Sect. 7 Parts 7.15.1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10)

During operational trial of the Towboat, these requirements are to be verified.

V.

Hull Structure The towboat hull plating and framing system is to satisfy the requirement of the ABS Rules* (Sect. 6 Parts 6.7, 9, 11, 13, and 15.), including subdivision requirements.

*SEE Remarks – Previous page (Item III)

VI.

Deck Gear for Making-up Barges to Towboat

1. Each towboat shall be equipped with at least two barge connector winches (rated 25 ton static holding, min.)

with ¾” wire rope of sufficient length to leave two full layers on the drum after making up the tow. These winches are to be in addition to the two winches aft on the pushed barge which shall also be made up to fittings and fairleads available on the towboat.

2. Cleats, kevels, bitts, tailholds and winches shall be set on doublers or inserts with under deck strengthing to develop the breaking strength of the WR used.

VII.

Stability Criteria to be Satisfied

1. Angle of heel at downflooding shall not be less that 25

2. Available initial metacentric height (GMa) shall not be less than the greater obtained from the following formulas:

B fr

BHP

GM

(1.) or B fr

Ah

GM

(2.)

BHP= Total installed A = Projected lateral area Brakehorsepower above waterline

= Displacement (lbs) = Displacement (lbs) f = Minimum Freeboard (ft.) f = Minimum Freeboard (ft.)

NOTE: In lieu of the criteria detailed under VII, the towboat may qualify under this contract by compliance with USCG requirements detailed under 46 CFR Subchapter I Part 93.07-5 & 10 and subchapter S Part 174.145.

VII.

Stability Criteria to be satisfied (Cont.)

= Vertical Distance h = Vertical Distance between center of between center of A and rudder and point of ½ mld. Draft (ft.)

attachment of barge connector wires (ft.)

B = Vessel Beam (ft.) B = Vessel Beam (ft.)

3. Available initial metacentric height (GMa) may be estimated by formula (3)

221.0

T

B GMa (3)

B = Vessel Beam (ft.)

T = Rolling period (seconds)

4. In lieu of determination of vessel displacement ( ) by calculation and estimating available GMa by use of formula (3), the vessel may be subjected to a heeling moment {i.e.

WT (lbs.) x distance (ft.) off centerline} equal to the greater:

(1) BHPHM 101 or (2) AhHM 10

With this heeling moment imposed, the resulting list must not immerse more than ½ the freeboard at the minimum point.

The condition of the vessel for the test: 1. Fuel and water tanks about three-quarters full. 2. Vessel complete with all gear, stores and operating weights aboard and distributed to provide normal operating trim.

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VIII.

Access

1. Safe means of boarding & leaving

21.A.01.a,b,c,d 19.B.02.a,b 21.D.01

2. Non-slip surfaces 19.B.01.b

19.A.07.c 21.A.13.a, b, c

3. Accessways safe, clear, unobstructed, marked, and at least 18 inches wide.

21.A.05 14.C.01 14.C.02 14.C.03 19.B.01.c 21.B.08.a 19.A.05.j 21.A.13.a,b,c

4. Stumbling hazards painted yellow, or white

19.A.07.J

5. Deck openings protected

19.A.07.h 21.B.02.d 21.B.01 21.A.15.b 24.A.01 24.A.02 24.A.03 24.A.05

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VIII.

6. Guardrails inflexible 42” +/- 3” high

19.A.07.h (2) 21.B.01 21.B.02.a,b,c,d

7. Ramps cleated if incline exceeds 1 to 5 21.F.01

8. Means provided to secure doors (open or closed)

19.A.05.i

9. Ladders

21.D.08.e (7” toe spaces) 21.D.02.e

10. Gate at stairway or ladderway entrance

21.A.15.b

11. Hinged floor opening cover with guardrails

24.A.01 24.A.03

12. Two means of escape from crew quarters

19.B.04.b

IX.

Protective Equipment & Medical Facilities

1. 03.B.01 Table 3-1 First aid kit type III (16-unit)

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IX.

2. Coast Guard approved work vests, (PFD)

19.A.03.d 05.H.01.a, b, c, d, e (no inflatables)

3. Ring buoys w/70’ of 3/8” rope 05.H.03.b, c, d, (1,2,3,4)

4. Waterlights – on all ring buoys and work vests

05.H.01 05.H.02 05.H.03

5. Safety skiff (one on each towboat) USCG certified for floatation and capacity.

05.I.01 05.I.03 05.I.04 05.I.05 05.I.06 05.I.07 19.C.02.a, b, c, d, e 19.C.03.a

a. Four oars (two if the skiff is motor powered)

b. Oarlocks attached to gunwales or the oars

c. Ball-point boat hook

d. Ring buoy w/70’ of 3/8” rope

e. A PFD or work vests to accommodate capacity rating

f. One fire extinguisher (Dry Chemical)

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6. Rescue ladder

19.B.04

21.D.02 21.D.03

7. Communications & transportation provided for injured workers

03.A.01.a, b, c

X.

Fire Prevention and Protection

1. Fire exits & fire protection equipment locations marked

09.A.01 09.A.04 09.A.06 19.A.04 19.C.03

2. Flammable storage area

09.B.01 09.B.12

a. No smoking signs

09.A.06 09.A.07 09.B.02

b. Source of ignition prohibited

14.C.09.a, b, c

c. Spills of flammable and combustible liquids cleaned up.

14.C.10

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3. Fire extinguishers. Provided where needed, inspected and and maintained, distinctly marked and accessible.

09.E.01 09.E.02.a, b, c, d 09.E.03 09.B.03.b 10.C.01 10.C.02 19.A.05.b

4. Firefighting apparatus and equipment meets NFPA and USCG Regulations

09.G.01 09.G.02 09.G.03

5. Alarms

09.H.06 09.H.07 09.H.08 09.H.09.b

6. Telephone number and instructions posted

09.H.09.b 19.A.04.a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h

7. Temporary heating devices

Installed according to code NFPA, USCG and GDA Approved.

09.D.01.a, e, f, g 09.D.02.a, b, c, e 09.D.03 09.D.05 09.D.07

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7. Temporary heating devices “continued”

09.D.08 09.D.09 09.D.11

8. Flammable liquids

09.B.01 09.B.02 09.B.03.b 09.B.04 09.B.07

XI. Machinery and Mechanized Equipment

1. Guards 16.B.03.a, b

2. Lubrication fittings safely located 16.B.13

XII.

Electrical Equipment

1. Protection of live and high voltage equipment 11.A.02.a, b, c

2. Switches, fuses, and automatic circuit breakers identified 11.4.02.d

3. Grounds

11.C.01.a, e, f, g

4. Maximum operating voltage marked on all boxes, cabinets

11.B.01.c

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XII.

5. Circuits protected against overload

11.B.01.a, b, c, d

6. Provision made for locking switches or breakers in off position

11.B.01.e

7. Circuits, semi-portable equipment & work lights grounded according to code

11.C.01.a 11.C.01.e

8. Wires insulated from their supports

11.D.05

9. No exposed empty light sockets or broken bulbs

11.D.06.c

XIII.

Pressurized Equipment & Systems

1. Pressure vessels inspected, tested & maintained

20.A.01 20.A.02.a, b 20.A.03 20.A.04 20.A.05 20.A.06 20.A.07 20.A.08 20.A.09

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2. Approved pressure gauge all pressure systems

20.A.12

3. Approved safety or relief valves on all pressure vessels

20.A.13

3. a. Safety valves, relief valves and blowouts safely and properly located

20.A.10 20.A.11 20.A.13.b, d 20.B.10

b. Relief valve setting not more than 10 percent above maximum working pressure

20.A.13.a

c. Relief and safety valves sealed after adjusting

20.A.13.c

4. Boilers and systems

20.C.01

a. Fusible plugs

20.C.04

5. Compressed gas cylinders

a. Visually inspected

20.D.01

b. Properly stored

20.D.03.a, b, c, d, e

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5. Compressed gas cylinders (continued)

c. Secured

20.D.07 20.D.08 20.D.10

6. Safety lashings on quick connect pressurized hoses and tools

20.A.16.d

7. Compressed air and gas systems

a. Easy access to master valves and controls

20.B.02.a, b

8. Compressors and related equipment

a. Safe access for operation, maintenance and repair

20.B.02.a

b. Speed governor independent of unloader

20.B.07.a

c. Auxiliary control to governor if engine or turbine driven

20.B.07.b

d. High pressure cut-off

20.B.08.a, b

e. Flammables, toxic gases, vapors or dusts excluded form compressor and steam, water or waste from intake

21.B.09

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8. f. Valves excluded on atmospheric air intake pipes

20.B.10

g. Air discharge piping from compressor to air receiver as large as discharge opening on air compressor

20.B.11

h. Stop valves installed

20.B.12 20.B.13.a 20.B.13.b safety valve settings 10% above working pressure

i. Provision for expansion and vibration

20.B.14

j. Piping equipped with means for removing liquid from lines

20.B.18

k. Air discharge piping installed, eliminate oil pockets

20.B.16

l. Drains and handholes easily accessible

20.B.17

m. Air receivers properly located (clearance, accessible)

20.B.17.a, b, c, d, e

n. Drain valve at lowest point

20.B.18

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8. o. Hoses designed for operating pressures

20.B.23

XIV.

1. Ropes, slings and chains

a. Eye splices made up in approved manner, thimbles

15.A.04

b. Corroded wire rope at end fittings removed or Resocketed

15.B.01

c. Rope diameter proper size for drum, block, sheave, or pulley tread diameter

15.F.02 15.F.03

d. Connections, fittings, fastenings, parts, etc. for proper intended use

15.F.05

e. Drums, sheaves and pulleys free of defects

15.F.03 15.F.04

XV.

General Floating Plant & Marine Work

1. Signal Device 19.A.05.c

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2. Fuel and grease on floors and in bilges prevented from accumulating

14.C.10 19.A.07.c

3. Shutoff valve at fuel tank connections

19.A.06.b

4. Shutoff valve at engine end of fuel line

19.A.06.c

5. Backfire trap or flame arrestor on carburetors on gasoline engines

19.A.06.d

6. Continuously emptied drip pan with flame screen on carburetor

19.A.06.e

7. Adequate Lighting

07.A.01 07.A.04 07.A.05 07.A.06 07.A.07 Tbl. 7 - 1

8. Personnel properly licensed (Vessels 26’ or over USCG)

19.A.02.a

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9. CG License for motor boat operators transporting personnel

19.C.05.a, b, c

10. Fenders

19.A.05.a

11. Ear protection furnished

05.C.01.a, b

12. Materials safely stacked and secured

14.B.01.a, b

13. Drinking water

02.B.01.a

14. Toilet facilities

02.C.01 02.C.02 02.C.03 02.C.04 02.C.05

15. Emergency cutting equipment, axes

19.A.05.b

16. No gauge glasses or try cocks on fuel tanks or lines

19.A.06.a

17. Grab Bars (tugs, tenders, and launches) where there are no hand rails

19.B.01.c

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XV. 18. Inspection and certification as required by USCG for uninspected vessels

19.A.01.a

19. Equipment emergency controls protected and easily accessible but out of accidental contact

19.A.05.d