b'callsforthelocalOCMItoassignAdvancedJourneymanto assess how well they know the vessel and the operations (last drill, MarineInspectorstoconducttheinspection.TheCoastrole onboard, hours worked per day, who makes the night rounds, Guarduseslanguagecommonwiththetradestodesignateetc.).Finally, the marine inspector will observe how the crew interacts SAFETY the level of qualification for marine inspectorsApprentice,with passengers and what passengers are bringing onboard.Before Journeyman,andAdvancedJourneyman.Masterisnotthe vessels gets underway, the marine inspector(s) depart.used.An Advanced Journeyman will have at least 7 years of experience in the field and will also possess major qualificationsIf the marine inspector has evidence that the crew is unfamiliar with associated with deep draft commercial vessels.Local inspectiontheir responsibilities, they may require a drill or demonstration of the offices may only have one or two of theses individuals on staff. proper use of safety equipment. Following the annual inspection, Generally speaking, these individuals exercise judgement andthe marine inspectors will brief the OCMI on the results of the reasonableness not found with less experienced inspectors.Oninspection.the other hand, they know what they are looking at and they know the regulations. WHAT IF YOU DISAGREE WITH THE COAST GUARDS ASSESSMENT?The scope of the inspection on a high risk small passengerThepolicyletterallowsforthelocalOCMItomakethefinal vessel will be similar to the five-year inspection for certification. determination for inspecting high-risk vessels. If the OCMI disagrees Conducting drills should be expected. with Coast Guard Headquarters, they can request that a vessel be removed from the high-risk list.Conversely, if the OCMI believes a The policy requires that marine inspectors visit high risk vesselsvessel poses a high risk, they can be added to the local list.PVA staff with passenger on board in addition to the annual inspection.will always encourage members to work with their local OCMI to This does not mean that the Coast Guard will board the vesselresolve inspection issues.underway; rather, they will attend the vessel before a scheduled departure.Crew performance will be the focus of this exam,Coast Guard Headquarters is looking to improve both consistency but the marine inspector will likely do a quick walk-through ofand data quality in their database to hone the risk model.Inspection the vessel looking for unsafe practices excess fire load, blockedreports will be scrutinized to catch and correct errors.Obviously, egress, improper use of extension cords, etc.).According tothis is a work in progress and PVA staff will remain engaged with CAPT Edwards, The goal is to see the vessel in an operationalsenior Coast Guard leadership through the QP to address issues and condition.The marine inspector(s) will ask the crew questionsconcerns as this risk based inspection program is rolled out.ZF Propulsion System Technology.EXCEED GLOBAL EMISSIONS STANDARDS For the dependable, on-time service Operate a lightweight vessel equippedyou provide.with hybrid or electric engines. Reduce ZFs line of propulsion technologyfrom transmissions and your operating and maintenance costs.thrusters, to propellers and controlsprovides the optimal Minimize your environmental impact.solution for passenger ferry applications worldwide. We offer the control, reliability and performance youre looking for, BUILD A CARBON FIBER FERRY resulting in a turnkey propulsion system designed to meet your needs. ZF is ready to help keep you on-schedule.zfmarinepropulsion.comLearn about Americas only carbon T- and K-Class ferry builder:www.ARCADIA-ALLIANCE.comSAFETY MATTERS 38 FOGHORN'