Performance Work Statement - Dredge Hurley Towboat.pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT FOR

TOWING SERVICES

1. Object. The work to be performed under the contract consists of furnishing all plant, materials, equipment, supplies, labor, per diem, and transportation, and performing all work in strict accordance with the schedules. All work, materials, and services not expressly called for in these specifications, which may be necessary for complete and proper operations to carry out the contract shall be performed, furnished, and installed by the Contractor at no increase in cost to the Government.

The Government intends to lease a 1000 HP towboat with operating personnel . The tow may be required to be used on the Mississippi River from Cairo, Ill., (Mile 953.8 AHP) to the Head of Passes (Mile 0.0). The work will include the tow of barges and equipment to job sites, as coordinated with the Government’s Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). All mileage will be the mileage shown in the latest editions of the Flood Control and Navigation Maps of the Mississippi River and the Navigation Maps of the Atchafalaya River, both of which are prepared under the direction of the President, Mississippi River Commission, U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, P.O. Box 80, Vicksburg, MS 39181-0080.

The Contractor shall be responsible for detecting and reporting to the COR all materials or obstructions that might cause damage or has the potential to cause damage to the tow and the barges and equipment being towed. The COR will evaluate the evidence of the obstructions and may notify the Contracting Officer for additional instructions. The Government will not be responsible for damage to the Contractor’s tow due to its contact with materials or obstruction(s) that could cause such damage or have the potential to cause such damage.

2. Inspection of Equipment. Prior to award, the COR and/or a government representative(s) will make an inspection of the equipment offered to determine the condition and suitability for the service for which it will be used. If it is found that the equipment offered is not suitable for the purpose intended, or that it is not in good mechanical condition, it will not be accepted and the bidder on that equipment may be rejected as nonresponsive. If deficiencies are of a minor nature and may be easily repaired, the offeror will be given 48 hours to correct all deficiencies found.

Examples of minor deficiencies are found on the Form 385-18-R, Safety Inspection Checklist for Towboats and Tenders (Attachment B). If the deficiencies are not corrected within the 48 hour period, the offeror will be rejected as nonresponsive. In case of award, this inspection will not relieve the Contactor from the satisfactory operation of the equipment during the period of the contract or any extension thereof. Additionally, the contractor shall submit the completed Data Sheet (Attachment A) with offer.

3. Delivery and Release.

The current schedule for the work contemplated under this contract is:

• Lower Mississippi River

River miles and location are approximate and are expected to vary. This schedule is subject to change as directed by the Contracting Officer and as needed due to operational necessity, weather, and river conditions. Additional work sites should be anticipated during both the base and option period of this contract.

Delivery of the towboat shall be made afloat to the Engineer in Charge, Dredge Hurley, within two (2) calendar days after receipt of notice to report to work. It is expected that delivery of the tow will be required at noon on or approximately 14 October 2026 near Baton Rouge LA, approximately river mile 245. The exact date will depend on the dredging season. The government reserves to right to release the vessel and crew of its duties before the 60 days are completed if the vessel is no longer needed with three (3) thirty (30) day options. The contract may be extended up to 30 additional calendar days as needed at the option of the Government. The boat will be released to the Contractor at the location of the job on which it was last used.

The contractor’s homeport for the tow shall be as indicated by the Contractor in its offer documents. Towing operations are contemplated in remote locations. Camps or floating plant may be necessary for the housing or boarding of the labor employed by the Contractor.

Item Description Period Unit 1 1000 HP Tow Boat Mobilization Cost Job 2 1000 HP Tow Boat 60 Days Daily Rate 3 1000 HP Tow Boat Option 1 – 30 Days Daily Rate 4 1000 HP Tow Boat Option 2 – 30 Days Daily Rate 5 1000 HP Tow Boat Option 3 – 30 Days Daily Rate 8 1000 HP Tow Boat De-Mobilization Cost Job

Bid Schedule

4. Payments.

a. Payments will be made semi-monthly after receipt of a proper invoice. Invoices shall include the contract number, invoice date, and correct quantity and total of delivered services. All invoices shall be sent to Jeffrey Farmer at the following email address: Jeffrey.a.farmer@usace.army.mil.

b. Except as provided in subparagraph d. below, payment will be made for the number of days of actual use during the time that the boat is retained in the custody of a representative of the Contracting Officer beginning on the day that the boat is delivered to the Government Representative as stated in paragraph 3 above, and ending on the day that the boat is finally released to the Contractor.

c. Lost Time. Lost time will be considered as the time when the boat is inoperative because of breakdowns and/or other causes due to the fault or negligence of the Contractor or his/her employees. If due to job requirements, the boat is allowed to work with one engine inoperative, the unit price may be reduced to seventy percent (70%) of the applicable contract amount. Time lost for minor repairs and/or adjustments to the boat which, in the opinion of the contracting officer, does not interfere with or result in loss of operating time, will not be charged as lost time to the Contractor. No payment will be made for lost time due to breakdowns or for any causes due to the fault or negligence of the Contractor or his/her employees.

5. Contract Period.

The towboat will be used an estimated 60 consecutive days during this contract period with options for three (3) thirty day extensions. It is expected that the towboat will generally be in use 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

6. Performance of Plant.

a. General. Plant as used in this contract refers to the tow, its crew, and any attendant plant and equipment the contractor requires to perform under this lease. Contractor agrees to place plant on the job meeting the requirements herein specified. The plant shall be in satisfactory operating condition and capable of safely and efficiently performing the specified work. The plant shall be subject to inspection of the Contracting Officer at all times. Award of this contract shall not be construed as an agreement on the part of the Government that plant listed by the Contractor in his bid is adequate for the performance of the work. The measure of the "capacity of the plant" shall be based on actual performance of the work to which these specifications apply.

b. Unserviceable Plant. If, at any time during the life of the contract, the Contracting Officer determines that any item of plant, or part thereof, is inadequate for the service required, is not being operated at full capacity, has become unserviceable or unsafe, is incapable of efficient work, or is not being efficiently operated because of reduced or incompetent crew; he will notify the Contractor in writing. The Contracting Officer will direct that the item of plant, or part thereof, be removed from the work until the defects are corrected. However, the Contractor may substitute plant of similar capacity and power for any item of plant, or part thereof ordered removed from the work upon approval from the Contracting Officer. After the receipt of the Contracting Officer's notice, the Contractor shall expeditiously correct such defects, replace incompetent crew, or increase the size of the crew to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer. No payment shall be made to the contractor during the duration that the plant is deemed unserviceable.

c. Operation and Repair. The Contractor shall furnish, at his expense, all necessary labor, appliances, appurtenances, equipment, materials, subsistence, and supplies, and bear all incidental expenses to the efficient operation of his plant and equipment. The Contractor shall also bear all direct overhead and collateral expenses incident to the operation, upkeep, and repair of all items of plant. The Contractor shall maintain the plant, in good state of repair; arrange for a supply of renewal parts to be on hand when needed; and provide and maintain the crews for each item of plant employed in connection with the work.

d. Time is of the essence in the delivery of services under this Contract. If at any time during the contract period it is determined by the Contracting Officer that the boat is not capable of doing satisfactory work and/or meeting the delivery schedule, the Contract may be terminated.

Payment will be made as provided in paragraph 4 above only for the payment time accrued up to the date of termination.

7. Control and Responsibility.

a. The Contracting Officer or his/her representative shall direct the location or site of work and the hours of work. However, the rental is to be considered as a time charter, as distinguished from a demise or a bare boat charter, and the operation of the vessel shall at all times be under the direction of the Contractor or his/her employees.

b. Except to respond to an immediate emergency, the Contractor shall not cease to perform an assigned mission or cease to comply with his/her operating orders that are in effect nor should the boat leave the immediate area of assigned responsibility without obtaining permission from the Contracting Officer's Representative in charge of the operations being performed.

8. Supervision.

Proper supervision will be maintained on the boat by the Contractor to insure compliance with the terms of the contract and the orders of the Contracting Officer. The Contractor's authorized representatives will be designated in writing at the time of delivery and at any time thereafter when such authorized representatives may be changed. No instructions of the Contracting Officer's Representative or lack thereof will at any time relieve the Contractor from the responsibility of complying fully with all requirements of the contract. In case of differences arising between the Contracting Officer's Representative and the Contractor or his/her agent, appeal may be made to the Contracting Officer, whose decision shall be final. The Contracting Officer's Representative is not authorized to waive or alter in any respect any of the terms or requirements of the contract, nor to make additional requirements.

9. EM 385-1-1, SAFETY AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH REQUIREMENTS. EM 385-1-1,

Safety and Occupational Health Requirements Manual, current edition, and Revetment Section Safety Checklist are a part of these specifications. The contractor shall comply by all pertinent provisions. No separate payment will be made for compliance with Safety and Health Requirements.

a. Accident Prevention Program. Within 15 days after receipt of Notice of Award an electronic copy of the Accident Prevention Program shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer Representative for review and approval. The program shall be prepared in the following format:

(1) An executed Accident Prevention Program Administrative Plan. (A blank copy of the form will be furnished upon request.)

(2) An executed Accident Prevention Program Hazard Analysis. (A blank copy of the form will be furnished upon request.)

(3) A copy of company policy statement of accident prevention and any other guidance statements normally provided new employees.

(4) A statement as to the method of fuel oil transfer shall be included. (Refer to 33 CFR 156.)

The Contractor shall not commence physical work at the site until the program has been approved by the Contracting Officer, or his/her authorized representative. Also refer to Section I of EM-385-1-1.

b. Occupational Safety and Health Act. This contract is subject to the provisions of Safety and Health Regulations for Construction and Occupational Safety and Health Standards published by the Department of Labor under authority of Public Laws 91-54 and 91-596.

c. Means of Escape for Personnel Quartered or Working on Floating Plant. Two means of escape shall be provided for assembly, sleeping, and messing areas of the towboat. Assembly, sleeping, and messing areas accommodating 6 or more employees shall have 2 exits opening to different exit routes. Sleeping areas accommodating 1 to 4 employees may have 1 exit, so long as that exit opens to a corridor or passageway with exits in both directions. Upper decks shall have stairs fore and aft leading to the main deck.

d. Emergency Alarms and Signals.

(1) General. Emergency alarms shall be installed and maintained on all floating plant requiring a crew where it is possible for either a passenger or crewman to be out of sight or hearing from any other person.

(2) Description. The general alarm system shall be electrically operated from the primary electrical system. The system will be supplemented with standby batteries on trickle charge that will automatically furnish the required energy in the event of failure of the primary electrical system. A sufficient number of signaling devices shall be placed on each deck so that the sound can be heard distinctly at any point above the usual background noise. All of the signals shall be so interconnected that they can be activated from at least one strategically located point on each deck level.

(3) Emergency Signals.

3.1 Fire Alarm Signals.

3.1.1 The general fire alarm signal shall be a continuous blast of the ship's whistle for a period not less than 10 seconds supplemented by the continuous sounding of the general alarm signal for not less than 10 seconds.

3.1.2 For dismissal from the fire alarm stations, the general alarm bells shall be sounded three times, supplemented by three short blasts from the whistle.

3.2 Abandon Ship Signals.

3.2.1 The signal for abandon ship shall be more than six short blasts and one long blast of the whistle, supplemented by the same signal on the general alarm.

3.2.2For dismissal, three short blasts of the whistle.

3.3 Man Overboard Signal. Hail and pass the word to the bridge. All personnel and vessels capable of rendering assistance shall respond.

e. Coast Guard Motorboat Operator's License. A Coast Guard Motorboat Operator's License shall be required for the operator of any motorboat 26 feet long or longer.

NOTE: ABOVE REQUIREMENTS ARE IN ADDITION TO THOSE CONTAINED IN

SECTION 19 OF EM 385-1-1.

f. Employees under this contract will be required to wear hard hats at all times when working outside covered areas. Life preservers shall be worn at all times when working on open deck floating plant not protected by guard rails. Steel-toed safety boots shall be worn by all persons exposed to hazards to the feet (deck crew). Hard hats, steel-toe boots and life preservers shall be furnished by the Contractor.

g. Par. 03.A.02 of the Safety and Occupational Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1) provides when a medical facility or physician is not accessible within five minutes of an injury to a group of two or more employees for the treatment of injuries, at least two employees on each shift shall be qualified to administer first aid and CPR. Minimum qualification shall be a current certificate in first aid issued by the American Red Cross, from an agency whose training is deemed equivalent in writing by the American Red Cross or from a licensed physician. A Coast Guard Operator's License in lieu of this certificate is not acceptable. Evidence of such qualification must be furnished to the Contracting Officer prior to commencement of work under this contract, if the work party consists of two or more employees.

h. Ground Fault Protection. All single-phase, 15- and 20-ampere receptacle outlets shall have approved ground-fault protection for personnel. The ground-fault circuit interrupter shall be calibrated to trip a ground-fault current of 5 ma or less.

10. Expenses of Operation and Repair.

a. Except as hereinafter provided, the Contractor shall furnish at his/her own expense all operator(s) labor, lubricating oils, greases, appliances, appurtenances, equipment, materials, and bear all expenses incidental to the efficient operation of the boat in connection with the work under the contract. The Contractor shall also bear all direct overhead and collateral expenses incidental to the operation, upkeep, and repair of the boat; shall maintain the boat in a good state of repair and shall arrange for a supply of renewal parts to be on hand when needed for the boat. The Contractor shall furnish the towboat full of fuel at the point of delivery, and thereafter, all fuel for the operation of the towboat under this contract will be furnished by the Government without cost to the Contractor, including release of the towboat full of fuel at the point of release.

b. When the Government is furnishing transportation to any employees working at the same location that the Contractor's boat is being used, the same transportation facilities to the extent of available space, will be available for use by the Contractor or his/her employees without cost to the Contractor. For and in consideration of this privilege the Contractor releases and agrees to indemnify and save harmless the United States from any and all claims, damage demands, actions, rights of action, costs and/or charges resulting from any loss, death, injury or property damages sustained by the Contractor, his/her employees, and all agents, representatives, heirs or assigns, incident to, or as a result of the use of such transportation.

11. Pollution Control.

a. Contamination of Water. The Contractor shall not pollute lakes, ditches, rivers, and reservoirs with fuels, oils, bitumens, calcium chloride, insecticides, herbicides, or other similar materials harmful to fish, shellfish, or wildlife, or materials which may be a detriment to outdoor recreation. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to investigate and comply with all applicable Federal, State, County, and Municipal laws, regulations and ordinances concerning pollution of rivers and streams, and protection of health, shellfish, fish, and domestic animals.

b. Disposal of Materials. The methods and locations of disposal of materials, wastes, effluent, trash, garbage, oil, grease, chemicals, etc., shall be such that harmful debris will not enter lakes, ditches, rivers, or reservoirs by erosion. The Contractor will be responsible for the disposal of all solid or hazardous waste (if applicable) in accordance with Coast Guard Regulations, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regulations and the Code of Federal Regulation (CFR's).

The Contractor will also be responsible for the disposal of any bilge waste. The Government will not provide a sludge barge for the disposal of the Contractors' bilge waste.

c. Environmental Compliance. Failure to comply with all applicable Federal, State, Local and Coast Guard laws, regulations and ordinances concerning waste disposal and environmental protection will constitute separate and sufficient cause for Termination for Cause of this contract.

12. Subsistence and Quarters for Government Personnel.

For operational reasons, it may be necessary for Government personnel to be aboard, in such cases the Contractor shall furnish the same meals and lodging to the Government personnel as furnished to his/her employees. Meals and lodging will be furnished free of charge. Under no circumstances will the Contractor be required to furnish meals or sleeping quarters for more than two (2) Government personnel at the same time.

13. Licensing/Certifications

a. All contractor personnel working under this contract will need to abide by all the rules and regulations required to work on the Mississippi River from mile 0 to mile 950. The license of the corresponding personnel should be in compliance with all applicable regulations (Coast Guard).

13.1 Security

a. The security requirements described below apply to all contract personnel (including employees of the prime Contractor (“Contractor”) and all subcontractor employees) supporting the performance requirements of this contract. The Contractor is responsible for compliance with these security requirements. Questions regarding security matters shall be addressed to the designated Government representative (e.g., Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Requiring Activity (RA) representative, or Contracting Officer (if a COR or other RA representative is not appointed)). Contract personnel are critical to the overall security and safety of US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) installations, facilities and activities, and security awareness training contributes to those efforts. The Department of Defense (DoD) and Army security training requirements specified below, if applicable, are performance requirements; all applicable contract personnel shall complete initial training within 30 days of contract award or the date new contract personnel begin performance on the contract. Within five business days from the completion of training, the Contractor shall provide written documentation (e.g., email or memorandum) to the Government representative. The documentation shall include the names of contract personnel trained and which training they completed; the Contractor shall maintain training records as part of their contract files and be prepared to provide copies of training certificates to the Government representative. Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search when entering federal installations. Additionally, all contract personnel shall comply with Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures, Random Antiterrorism Measures (commonly referred to as “RAMs”), and Health Protection Condition (HPCON) measures. The Contractor is responsible for meeting performance requirements during elevated FPCON and/or HPCON levels in accordance with applicable RA plans and procedures --this includes identifying mission essential and non-mission essential personnel. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the FPCON or HPCON levels at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may implement security changes that affect contract personnel. The Contractor shall ensure all contract personnel are aware of their security responsibilities, including any site-specific requirements identified in local policies or procedures.

b. All contract personnel requiring routine access to Army installations, facilities, and controlled access areas, or requiring network access shall complete initial and annual refresher AT Level I awareness training. Online AT Level I awareness training is available at https://jko.jten.mil/ (website subject to change).

c. Contractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in FAR clause 52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification and FAR Subpart 22.18 in using the E-Verify Program at (https://www.e-verify.gov/) (website subject to change) to meet the contract employment eligibility requirements. Contractors are encouraged to cooperate with Federal and State agencies responsible for enforcing labor requirements to include eligibility for employment under United States immigration laws in accordance with FAR 22.102-1(i). An initial list of verified/eligible candidates shall be provided to the COR no later than three business days after the initial contract award. When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form

I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, and submit it to the Contracting Officer to become part of the official contract file.

14. Towboat.

a. The hull of the towboat shall be steel construction, flat bottom scow bow type, suitable for operation on the Mississippi River. It shall be capable of being easily handled in swift currents and maneuvered in close places. The towboat shall at all times comply with the current rules and regulations of the U. S. Coast Guard and shall be currently certified for operation in the waters specified.

b. The towboat shall be propelled by two or more diesel marine engines with a total manufacturer’s rating of not less than 1000 continuous horsepower (flywheel) for all engines and shall be operated at the manufacturer's rated continuous rpm. The contracting officer will use the current Inland River Record to verify horsepower of the towboat being bid. If the horsepower in the Inland River Record does not correlate with the horsepower required by these specifications, the bidder must submit with its bid, additional information from the engine manufacturer that evidence that the equipment bid meets the horsepower required of these specifications. If additional data is not provided with your bid, your bid may be determined non-responsive. The towboat shall have one steering and two flanking rudders working in conjunction with each propulsion shaft and propeller. The power-actuated steering and flanking rudders shall be capable of independent operation and shall be seaworthy and in good mechanical condition. Power source for operation of the steering mechanism shall be independent of the propelling engines. The towboat shall be equipped with two electric generators, one for standby.

c. The towboat shall be equipped with a pilothouse of sufficient size so as to provide adequate space for the pilot and auxiliary equipment necessary for safe operation of the towboat. The pilothouse shall be equipped with adequate windows to allow the operator good visibility in all directions.

d. The towboat shall have a minimum of two towing knees permanently affixed to the bow extending from the water line to not less than 12 feet above the water line. One towing knee shall be equipped with steps and pipe hand railing.

e. The towboat shall be equipped with ample deck fittings and two power operated winches located forward of the pilothouse, having a minimum capacity of 10,000 lbs. single line pull and not less than 75 feet of steel cable of adequate size for securing tow.

f. The contractor shall furnish sufficient ratchets, wire, and fittings to make up a tow of 16 barges, 4 barges long by 4 barges wide.

g. The towboat shall be capable of pushing up to eight (8) standard sized barges (50’ X 200’) in still water from a standing start, and with the engines operating at the RPM recommended by the manufacturer for continuous duty, for a distance of one statute mile in not more than 7 minutes 0 seconds, and its ability to do so may be demonstrated in a test run as provided in paragraph 2 of the specification before final acceptance is made. Steering and flanking rudders shall operate independently and be sufficient to provide a satisfactory maneuverability with the test tow.

h. The towboat shall have a fuel capacity sufficient to allow 120 hours of operation without refueling.

i. All main deck exterior doors, except sliding doors, shall open towards the outside.

j. All hatches shall be the type that can be made watertight.

15. Electrical Power. The towboat furnished under the contract will be required to furnish electrical power for Government-owned plant such as barge pumps, lights, and small motors on crew barges, and distribution pumps on diesel fuel barges. It shall have at least two power outlets at or near the bow and have approximately 5-kilowatts over and above that needed for the operation of the boat available for this purpose. Power source shall be 110-120 volts, AC.

16. Radar. The vessel shall be equipped with two (2) Radar units, one for standby. Both units shall be maintained in operating condition.

17. Radio. Two Government-owned FM communication radios will be installed on the towboat while in use under this contract. Title to the radios shall remain in the Government. They will be used only for performance of the contract and will be removed by the Government when the boat is no longer required. The towboat shall have 110-120 volt AC power available for this purpose.

Power consumption will be approximately 600 watts. The voltage level must be stable. The electrical generators and other equipment of the boat shall be such that the boat will be able to stand night-long layby watches with radio and all deck lights turned on. The vessel shall be equipped with adequate ship-to-ship radio in good operating condition.

18. Service Delivery Summary

Table 18.1

Performance Objectives SOW Paragraph Performance Threshold Lost Time 4.d No more than 12 hours per week.

Performance of Plant 6.a No more than 3 instances of unsatisfactory work or failure to meet delivery schedule.

Personnel 13.b No more than 2 instances of undermanned crew.

19. QUALITY CONTROL / QUALITY ASSURANCE

19.1 Quality Control. The Contractor shall establish a complete quality control program to assure the requirements of the contract are provided as specified. A copy of the Contractor’s Quality

Control Program must be provided to the Contracting officer for approval prior to phase-in of contract and changes occur. The program shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

a. A method for identifying deficiencies in the quality of services performed before the level of performance is unsatisfactory.

b. A file of all inspections conducted by the Contractor and the corrective action taken. This document shall be available to the Government during the term of the contract.

19.2 Quality Assurance. The Government may monitor the Contractor’s performance to ascertain Contractor compliance with this contract. Changes to surveillance methods and/or procedures are solely within the Contracting Officer’s discretion and control.

ATTACHMENT A

DATA SHEET

Name or Number of Boat, Item 0001___________________________________

Fuel Tank Capacity, Gallons__________________________________________

Freeboard (under normal working conditions), inches______________________

Lighting voltage (Indicate either AC or DC) ______________________________

Hull:

Material of Construction________________________________________ Length, feet_________________________________________________ Breadth, feet_________________________________________________ Depth, feet__________________________________________________ Draft, feet___________________________________________________ Draft, under normal operating conditions, feet_______________________ Date Built___________________________________________________ Date Last Dry-Docked_________________________________________ Minimum depth of water in which boat will operate, feet_______________

Main Engines:

Make______________________________________________________ Model/Type_________________________________________________ Age & Time since Last Overhaul_________________________________

BHP_______________________________________________________

RPM @ Continuous Duty recommended by Manufacturer_____________ Estimated Fuel Consumption/24 Hour Working Period, gallons_________

Reduction Gear:

Make______________________________________________________ Model______________________________________________________ Age________________________________________________________ Ratio_______________________________________________________

Propellers:

Diameter, inches_____________________________________________ Pitch, inches_________________________________________________

Location vessel may be inspected_____________________________________

Owner of vessel___________________________________________________

ATTACHMENT B - Form 385-18-R

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECK LIST FOR TOWBOATS & TENDERS

Date of Inspection

U.S. Army Engineer District, Vicksburg, MS Contractor or Unit Contract No. Job Description

Name of Vessel (Identification) Name of Operator (Captain)

Inspected by (Signature) Approved by (Signature)

NOTE: Corps of Engineers General Safety Requirements (EM 385-1-1) references are shown in parenthesis. Yes No Not Appl.

1. Is a valid Coast Guard certificate of inspection posted?

2. Does the boat operator have a valid Coast Guard certificate?

3. Are proper navigation and warning lights provided?

4. Is an adequate whistle, horn or warning device provided?

5. Is the maximum passenger capacity posted?

6. Is at least the number of life vest provided the same as the posted passenger capacity?

7. When crew is quartered, are two ways of exit provided?

8. Can doors be secured in either open or closed positions?

9. Are railing or grab bars provided along the sides?

10. Are stumbling hazards, deck fittings, etc., painted yellow or with yellow trim?

11. Are non-slip surfaces provided on ships ladders, decks and walks?

12. On towing vessels, is an axe provided in an easily accessible location for freeing lines?

13. Are controls, requiring operation in case of emergency, to items such as those listed below readily available and protected from accidental operation?

a. Fire extinguishing system

b. Power switches

c. Safety and fuel valves

d. Alarms

14. Are try cocks or glass tubes gages on the fuel tank? If so this is a violation.

15. Is shut off valve provided at both the tank and the engine end of the fuel line?

16. Can the shut off valve at the fuel tank be operated from outside the tank compartment?

17. Are shafts, gears, and moving parts adequately screened or guarded against contact?

18. Are hot pipes & surfaces insulted or screened?

19. Have the air tanks been tested and certified?

20. Is an adequate first aid kit available?

21. Does at least one member of crew each watch hold a valid Red Cross First Aid Card?

22. Are at least two properly fitted ring buoys and one water light provided?

23. Is a safe means to board and disembark provided?

24. Is adequate protection from the elements provided for all persons being transported by water?

25. Are the fuel fill pipe connections located outside the engine room?

26. Are the fuel tanks vented directly to the atmosphere?

27. Are the fuel vents and fill pipes provided with a catch basin having a capacity of at least 18 inches deep and having a capacity of at least 6 gallons? (Flush deck fill fitting being serviced with automatic back pressure shutoff nozzles are excluded.)

28. Is the fuel transfer system designed to receive fuel by a fixed connection if an automatic back pressure shutoff is not used?

29. Minimum of one extension ladder 12 feet or longer.

30. Is a skiff provided that is at least 12 feet in length?

31. Each tender shall have aboard at least one water pump two inches or larger in good operating condition and equipped with ample hose for pumping water from barges, boats, etc., when necessary.

32. Remarks