Appendix 2 Forest Service UPV inspection form.pdf

Forest Service Inspection of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (UPV)

History: As a result of the August 1, 1990 carbon monoxide poisoning boating accident in Prince William Sound, the Alaska Region established a safety requirement that all marine vessel rentals/charters would have a pre-use inspection.

Since that time all non-FS watercraft have required a forest service inspection. In re-evaluation of this policy, it was determined that charter vessels receiving an annual USCG inspection shall not require an additional FS inspection. Charter vessels and operators shall meet all United States Coast Guard (USCG) requirements as well as Forest Service watercraft safety policy and contract related requirements.

Watercraft use must be specifically addressed in the project JHA.

Charter vessels receiving annual USCG inspections do not require a separate Forest Service inspection prior to employee use. USCG inspection requirements provide checks for a vessel’s seaworthiness, safety equipment, and proper operator licensing. For a complete list of vessels subject to USCG inspection, see 2010 US Code, Title 46, Subtitle II, Part B, Chapter 33, Sec. 3301.

http://law.justia.com/codes/us/2010/title46/subtitleii/partb/chap33/sec3301/

Charter vessels not receiving an annual USCG inspection continue to require a Forest Service inspection prior to employee use.

Uninspected Passenger Vessel (UPV) as defined by the USCG:

Generally, operations that carry 6 or fewer passengers for hire are referred to as Uninspected Passenger Vessels (UPV), 6 Passenger (pax), or 6 Pack operations. These are your typical charter boat fishing guide or tour boat operations that may use a state numbered boat. UPV operations traveling on navigable waters of the United States under U.S. Coast Guard jurisdiction are not required to be inspected by the Coast Guard. They must comply with minimal federal standards for safety, navigation, pollution prevention and the vessel operator must hold (minimally) an Operator Uninspected Passenger Vessel (OUPV) license issued by the Coast Guard.

http://law.justia.com/codes/us/2010/title46/subtitleii/partb/chap33/sec3301/

1. Request for Inspection for Uninspected Passenger Vessel (UPV) Inspections to be conducted by Forest Fleet Manager, or designee A. Contracts >$2500 / Grants & Agreements – Contracting or Grants & Agreements Officer (C.O.), upon selecting a vessel for award of a charter, will notify the Forest Fleet Manager a vessel is in need of inspection, providing the following information:

a. Name of vessel

b. Vessel’s official number

c. Vessel’s owner name and contact information

d. Homeport, or other location to be inspected

e. Contract or Agreement reference number

f. Copy of Float Plan (if available)

B. Contracts <$2500, (Government Purchase Card) – End User or Immediate Supervisor responsible for requesting UPV inspection prior to use. Fleet Manager to be notified a UPV Inspection is requested, being provided the information above (a-d,f).

2. Compliance Requirements of UPV A. FSH 6709.11_chapter 10, section 15.11-15 http://www.fs.fed.us/im/directives/field/r10/fsh/6709.11/6709.11_10s.doc B. CFR Title 46 part 2.01-80 VESSEL INSPECTIONS IN ALASKA http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=bfac4b8d384bddc5af2fb096ba634380&mc=true&node=se46.1.2_101_680&rgn=div8

C. CFR Title 46 part 24 – 26 UNINSPECTED VESSELS http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=bfac4b8d384bddc5af2fb096ba634380&mc=true&tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title46/46CIsubchap C.tpl

D. CFR Title 46 part 180 – 181 SMALL PASSENGER VESSELS (UNDER 100 GROSS TONS) http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=381540634b6168954d2bd4beb00c87df&mc=true&tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title46/46CIsubcha pT.tpl

3. Letter of Inspection

Vessels which have been inspected and found in compliance with the requirements used in the Forest Service Uninspected Passenger Vessel Letter of Inspection Checklist shall be issued a completed copy to post aboard the vessel. A copy will be maintained in the issuing office's file, the contract file, and dispatch office for any float following.

The Forest Fleet Manager inspection is not considered an inspection for seaworthiness; however, a visual examination of the vessel structure will be made. If any unsafe structural conditions are observed, this fact will be reported to the C.O. or End User, and a Letter of Inspection will not be issued. In the event the Letter of Inspection is not issued due to the existence of such unsafe structural conditions, it is understood that the C.O. or End User will cancel the pending charter and locate another vessel.

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Forest Service Uninspected Passenger Vessel (UPV)

Letter of Inspection Checklist Vessel Name:

Vessel Number:

Captain Name:

License to Operate Uninspected Passenger Vessel Number (46 CFR 26.20) (FSH 6709.11):

1. Personal Floatation Devices: serviceable, readily available, one per passenger. (46 CFR 25.25-5 to

25.25-15) (FSH 6709.11_10)

Yes No

2. Ring Life Buoy(s): line and float serviceable. Over 100 ton must have 3. (46 CFR 25.25-5 & 25.25- 17)

3. Survival Craft (Liferaft): serviceable, proper type & size. (46 CFR 180.200)

4. Visual Distress Hand Signals, Red or Orange, minimum six (6). (46 CFR 180.68)

5. Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB): installed to automatically float free and activate. (46 CFR 180.64)

6. Fire Extinguisher(s): proper type, size, & location. (46 CFR 181.500)

7. Backfire Flame Control, gasoline inboard motors only. (46 CFR 25.35)

8. Inboard Engine Ventilation: exhaust duct separate form intake duct. (46 CFR 25.40)

9. Cooking / Heating appliances use approved fuel. (46 CFR 25.45)

10. Safety Briefing presented to passengers. (46 CFR 26.03-1)

11. Emergency Instructions Check-Off List posted. (46 CFR 26.03-2)

12. Carbon Monoxide Detector: tested, operational, proper location(s) according to contract (overnight vs. day trip) – OR - Forest Service supplied CO detector

A. UPV Provided CO detector

B. Forest Service Provided CO detector

Vessel (name & number):

has been found in compliance with Forest Service Handbook and 2015 Title 46 of the Code of Federal Regulations regarding Uninspected Passenger Vessels.

Signed:

Title:

Date: