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MARITIME OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT Attn: Marine Safety

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MARINE SAFETY VA 20166
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Letter Report of Safety Inspection for MODU/MOU

BACKGROUND: The Flag Administration implemented the IMO Code for the construction and equipment of Mobile Offshore
Drilling Units on 1 January 1991. Only those units which fully comply with the IMO MODU Code can be issued an IMO MODU
Safety Certificate (defined as Category I Units by the Administration). To provide safety inspection coverage for those units
which are in the Registry that have shown safe service, but can not fully comply with the MODU Codes developed at IMO, the
Administration established a parallel safety inspection program which will provide a National MODU or MOU Certificate to these
units provided they meet the National requirements (defined as Category II units by the Administration).

This inspection is intended to assist owners in maintaining all Mobile Offshore Units (Jack-ups, Semisubmersibles, FSO’s, Offshore
Production Facilities, etc. which do not have to comply with the ISM Code, ISPS Code or Maritime Labour Convention) at all times in
compliance with the applicable safety provisions of SOLAS and the National Maritime Regulations (does not include Drill Ships):
(a) 1979 MODU Code (keel laid prior to 1 May 1991)
(b) 1989 MODU Code (keel laid on/after 1 May 1991)
(c) 2009 MODU Code (keel laid on/after 1 January 2012)
(d) National MODU/MOU Regulations
NOTE: This form is to be completed by the Nautical Inspector on the occasion of each inspection. The original and all copies are
to be signed by both the Nautical Inspector and the vessel's Master (or his authorized representative in his absence). A copy shall
be delivered by the Nautical Inspector to the Master and retained on board by the latter as part of the vessel's official documents. A
scanned copy of the report retained by the Inspector must be returned to [email protected]. The Master shall produce the vessel's
copy of the previous report on request to the Nautical Inspector on the occasion of any subsequent inspection.
Name: IMO Number: O.N: Inspection Type:
Initial/Annual Special Other:
Place Inspected: Date Inspected: Gross Tons Year Built
Phone:

Name and address of managing owner/operator or bareboat charterer:

Fax:

Type: Code: Occupation:

Drill Ship Pre 79l Drill Unit Self Propelled Email:
Column Stabilized 79 MODU Code Production Non Propelled
(Semi-Submersible) 89 MODU Code Storage Dynamically Positioned
Self-Elevating 09 MODU Code Other
(Jack Up)
Other

Summary:
The inspector did not find any deficiencies, we wish to commend you, and the vessel's master and crew for maintaining a high
standard of safety on board this vessel.
The inspector did not find any deficiencies but does have some recommendations. Please see the list below. We encouraged
you to follow the recommendations.
The Inspector’s list of deficiencies, recommendations and recommended corrective actions are listed below. Please send your
response regarding the listed deficiencies to the Administration within thirty days.
The inspector found serious deficiencies, which must be corrected before the vessel is allowed to sail. The serious deficiencies
are noted on the list below. This ship may also be required to have a Special Inspection and you will be contacted to schedule
this additional inspection if needed.

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 Deficiencies and/or Recommendations
No. Deficiencies Required Action Date to be
Completed

No. Remarks, Observations and/or Recommendation Recommended Action

IMPORTANT NOTICE

THE INSPECTION REPORT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE CERTIFICATION, WARRANTY OR OTHER REPRESENTATION AS TO THE SEAWORTHINESS
OF THE VESSEL DESCRIBED HEREIN, NOR DOES IT RELIEVE ANY PERSON OR ORGANIZATION FROM THEIR RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
AND OBLIGATIONS TO ENSURE THAT THE VESSEL IS MAINTAINED IN A SEAWORTHY CONDITION.

Sincerely,

Name of Inspector/MID number Name of the Master or Representative

Additional Sheets may be added if needed

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 REPORT OF INSPECTION
PART A. SHIP DOCUMENTS -- STATUTORY CERTIFICATES
Applic- Issue Expiry Applic- Issue Expiry
Name of Certificate able Date Date Name of Certificate able Date Date
1. IMO MODU Safety Certificate (Category I 7. ILO Crew Accommodations
Units) Certificate
2. National MODU Safety Certificate (Category 8. Lifting Gear Certificates
II Units)
3. International Load Line Certificate 9. Diving System Safety Certificate
4. International Oil Pollution Prevention 10. ISSC (if applicable)
Certificate
5. International Tonnage Certificate 11. SMC (If applicable)
6. Radio Station License 12. Liability Certificate (If applicable)
PART B. PUBLICATIONS (Indicate if on board)
Applic- On Issue/Y Applic- On
NAME OF PUBLICATION able Board R. NAME OF PUBLICATION Able Board Issue/YR.
1. Combined Publication Folder 7. Garbage Management Plan &
Edition Record Book
2. National Articles of Agreement 8. Oil Record Book Part I
3. Manual for use by Maritime Mobile/
Maritime Mobile Satellite Service
(ISBN 92-61-05921-X) 9. MARPOL 73/78
4. ICS Guide to Helicopter Operations 10. Operating Manual
5. International Code of Signals 11. Training Manuals (SOLAS)
12. MODU Code (1979, 1989 or 2009 ✔ ✔
6. SOPEP as appropriate)
PART C. MANNING
1. Vessel Holding Minimum Safe Manning Certificates in Vessel’s Present Name: Yes No Application Submitted?
2. Personnel assigned to meet the requirements of the Minimum Safe Manning Certificate: Yes No
PART D. OFFICER CERTIFICATION
1. LIST OF OFFICERS NOT HOLDING NATIONAL LICENSE OF RANK OR HOLDING EXPIRED NATIONAL
LICENSES:
NAME RANK
a.
b.
c.
PART E. SEAFARER’S FLAG DOCUMENTATION
1. Are the persons required to be on board by the Minimum Safe Manning Certificate in possession of appropriate Seafarer’s ID Books?
Yes No
2. Are number of qualified persons required by Minimum Safe Manning Certificate on board? Yes No
3. Training records? (first week - initial familiarization: location of lifesaving & firefighting equipment & responsibility according to
station bill; by 2nd month - use of all safety equipment, hypothermia, & severe weather instructions; & every 4 months inflating and
launching of davit launched inflatable liferafts. Yes No
4. Nautical inspector to collect a copy of the record of hours of rest and attach to this report along with the crew list and watch
schedule Comments see Section 11
PART F. MEDICINE CHEST AND MEDICAL PUBLICATIONS
Yes No
1. Fully stocked with instructions
2. International Medical Guide (current 3rd edition):
3. Medical Log Book:
4. Accident Prevention on Board Ships at Sea and in Port Edition:
5. Certificate of designated medical care provider onboard?

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PART G. CREW ACCOMMODATIONS – (Visual observation in accordance with ILO Conventions)
Yes No 1. Access and escape arrangements: (MODU Code 09: 2.2, 9.4; 89: 9.3; 79: 9.3; general provision contained in SOLAS
regulation II-2/13):
2. Crew Spaces clear of ship’s stores or equipment: (MODU Code 09: 1.1.3, 9.2.5.3; 89: 1.3.45, 9.1.4; 79: 1.3.34, 9.1.3.3)

3. Fire Detection/Fire Alarm Systems: (MODU Code 09: 9.5, 9.10; 89: 9.7; 79: 9.7)
4. Lighting: (MODU Code 09: 5.3.4, 5.3.5, 5.3.6, 5.4.6. 1, 5.4.6.2, 5.4.6.3; 89: 5.2.4, 5 2.5, 5.2.6, 5 3.6.1, 5.3.6.2, 5.3
6.3, 5.3.4; 79: 5.2.2)
5. Ventilation (non-hazardous spaces): (MODU Code 09: 9.3.15, 9.3.16, 9.3.18, 9.3.20, 9.3.21, 9.3.23, 9.15; 89: 9.2.14,
9.2.16, 9.2.17, 9.2.18, 9.2.20; 79: 9.2.11, 9.2.12)
6. Sanitary Facilities: (MODU Code 09: 1.3.43; 89: 1.3.17; 79: 1.3.14)
7. Drinking Water:
8. Galley (Sanitation, trash, grease traps, ventilation): (MODU Code 09: 9.3.15& 9.3.16; 89: 9.2.14, 9.2.16; 79: 9.2.11,
9.2.12)
9. Interior Finish/Design:

PART H. LOG BOOK

1. English Language: Yes No Comments see Section 11

PART I. NAVIGATIONAL AIDS

LIST NAVIGATIONAL AIDS ON BOARD: (NAVTES/EPIRB/VHF) (applicable
provisions of SOLAS IV & V) Yes No
Comments see Section 11
1. Radar:
Comments see Section 11
2. Magnetic Compass:
Comments see Section 11
3. Gyro Compass:
4. EPIRB: (MODU Code 09, 89 &79: 11.4.2.2) Comments see Section 11
No. On Board Due date (List in Comments) Battery expired?
5. DP system in accordance with: (09: 4.13; 89: 4.12; 79: n/a) Comments see Section 11
6. DP operator(s) trained to operate the DPs? Comments see Section 11
7. VHF Radio - self-propelled & units under tow (MODU Code 09, 89 &79: 11.4.2) Comments see Section 11
8. Check for MF, HF & Inm – C depending on Sea Area of MODU operation (SOLAS Comments see Section 11
IV/7.1.5, 9.1.1 &9.1.2)
9. AIS/LRIT - self-propelled & under tow (SOLAS IV/7.1.3 & SOLAS V/19-1/2.1.3) Comments see Section 11
10. NAVTEX - self-propelled & units under tow (MODU Code 09, 89 &79: 11.4.2.3) Comments see Section 11
11. Aero-mobile VHF (MODU Code 09, 89 & 79: 11.6) Comments see Section 11
12. SART (MODU Code 09: 10.14.2; 89: 10.13.2; 79: 10.7.2 6) Comments see Section 11
No. On Board Due date (List in Comments Section 11) Battery expired?
PART J. NAVIGATION; CHARTS -- PUBLICATIONS AND RECORDS MODU Code 09: 11 & applicable provisions of
SOLAS Chapter V; 89: & 79: 11 & applicable provisions of SOLAS IV (1988 amendments).
1. Chart or other visual shows MODU’S position in the event of distress? (SOLAS V/19.2.2.4) Yes No
2. Compass error book (if Compass fitted) maintained? Yes No
3. Tidal Stream/Current Atlas for area? Yes No
4. Other navigational records:
PART K. GENERAL SAFETY
1. Boat and Fire Drills held monthly? (MODU Code 09: 10.18.7, 14.12 10.18.8; 89: 10.18.6, 10.18.7, 10.18.8; 79: 10.6.3;
SAF-004) Yes No
2. Emergency drills held during this inspection? (MODU Code 09: 14.9.2, 14.12; 89: 14.11; 79: 10.6.3) Yes No
a. Satisfactory? Yes No
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 b. Records kept? (MODU Code 09: 14.14; 89: 14.13; 79: 10.6.3.2) Yes No
3. Condition of firefighting equipment: Comments see Section 11
a. Fixed CO2/Other system: (MODU Code 09: 9.19.1, 9.19.3, 9.19.4; 89 & 79: 9.13.2) Servicing dates:
b. Portable extinguishers: (MODU Code 09: 9.9; 89 & 79: 9.6) Servicing dates: Comments see Section 11
c. Firemen’s outfits: (MODU Code 09: 9.13; 89 & 79: 9.9) Comments see Section 11
d. Fire main (gaskets): (MODU Code 09: 9.7.17; 89: 9.4.17; 79: 9.4.2.8) Comments see Section 11
Fire stations: hoses/nozzles/spanners: (MODU Code 09: 9.7; 89 & 79: 9.4) Comments see Section 11
e. Closures separating hazardous/non-hazardous spaces: (MODU Code 09 & 89: 6.3, 6.4; 79: 6.4
Comments see Section 11
Fitted where required and operational?
f. Fire pump pressure adequate? (MODU Code 09: 9.7.5; 89: 9.4.4; 79: 9.4.1.5) Comments see Section 11
Main: Auxiliary: Emergency:
g. Fire detection system: (MODU Code 09: 8.3.4,8.3.5, 8.3.6, 8.3.7, 9.10; 89: 8.3.4,8.3.5, 8.3.6, 8.3.7, 9.7; 79: 8.2.2, 9.7)
Comments see Section 11
h. Storage of gas cylinders: (MODU Code 09: 9.17; 89 & 79: 9.12) Comments see Section 11

4. Markings/instructions/training manuals for lifesaving and firefighting equipment: Comments see Section 11
5. Condition of lifesaving equipment: Comments see Section 11

a. Life boats: (MODU Code 09: 10.3, 10.3.4 10.5, 10.6, 10.14.1 89: 10.1, 10.2.6, 10.2.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 10.13.1; 79: 10.1,
10.7.1) Date last exercised in the water: Comments see Section 11

b. Lifejackets: (MODU Code 09: 10.11; 89: 10.10; 79: 10.3) Comments see Section 11

c. Life buoys: (MODU Code 09: 10.13; 89: 10.12; 79: 10.4) Comments see Section 11

d. Pyrotechnics: (MODU Code 09: 10.15; 89: 10.14; 79: 10.8) Date manufactured: Comments see Section 11
6. Number and condition of rescue boats: (MODU Code 09: 10.8 to 10.10; 89: 10.7 to 10.9; 79: 10.2)
Comments see Section 11
7. Number of inflatable Liferafts: (MODU Code 09: 10.3.2, 89: 10.2.2;
79: 10.1.1.2) dates serviced:

8. Emergency source of electrical power, describe: (MODU Code 09: 5.4, 7.10; 89: 5.3, 7.10; 79: 5.3, 7.10)
Comments see Section 11
9. Gas detection and alarm, Comments: (MODU Code 09: 9.11; 89 & 79: 9.8) Comments see Section 11
10. Operational requirements (see Chapter 14 in either the 1979 or 1989 MODU Code as appropriate): Is contained in chapter 14 of all
three MODU Codes. NB: 89 & 09 have extended provisions on emergency procedures, muster list, manning of survival craft and
supervision, emergency instructions, training manual, training aids, drills and records of drills and LSA inspections.
✔ Comments see Section II
a. Self-propelled units check: Machinery controls, Steering Gear, Communications between navigation bridge and engine room
and Engineers’ alarm. (MODU Code 09, 89 & 79: 7.1.2, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8) Comments see Section 11

b. All units check: Means of escape, Helicopter Facilities (include comms. & visual aids for landing and taking off): (MODU
Code 09: 13.1, 13.5, 11.6, 11.7, 11.8, 11.9; 89: 13.1, 13.4, 13.5, 11.6, 11.7, 11.8, 11.10; 79: 13.1, 13.3, 13.4, 11.6, 11.7,
11.10); Comments see Section 11
Diving System Instructions and Towing Guidelines: (MODU Code 09: 14.1.1.17, 14.1.3.16, 14.7; 89: 14.1.3.16, 14.1.3.17,
14.4, 14.6; 79: 14.4 14.6) Comments see Section 11

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11. Additional comments and general remarks on overall condition of unit, include condition of engine room spaces/bilges and disposal
of oil:

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Differences in Requirements: * indicates 09 MODU Code, ** 89 MODU Code & *** 79 MODU Code

Lifeboats/survival craft
* Requires each unit to carry on each side of the unit, one or more lifeboats of such aggregate capacity to accommodate the total number of
persons on board. Also, SEDU (Self Elevating Drilling Unit) and CSDU (Column-Stabilized Units) are required to install lifeboats in at
least two widely separated locations on different sides or ends of the unit. The capacity of the lifeboats should be sufficient to accommodate
all persons on board if i) all lifeboats in any one location are lost or rendered unusable or ii) all the lifeboats on any one side, any one end,
or any one corner of the unit are lost or rendered unusable. NB: Lifeboats must comply with the LSA Code requirements.
** Requires each unit to carry one or more lifeboat on each side of the unit of such aggregate capacity will accommodate the total number of
persons on board. Lifeboat should satisfy the requirements of SOLAS III/46 (1983 Amendments). Also, SEDU and CSDU are required to
install lifeboats in at least two widely separated locations on different sides or ends of the unit. The capacity of the lifeboats should be
sufficient to accommodate all persons on board if i) all lifeboats in any one location are lost or rendered unusable or ii) all the lifeboats on
any one side, any one end, or any one corner of the unit are lost or rendered unusable.
*** Requires each unit to be provided with not less than two survival craft of such aggregate capacity as to accommodate twice the number
of persons on board. Survival crafts are required to comply with provisions of SOLAS III/5, 6, 7, 11 or 15, 16 & 17 for lifeboats and
liferafts.

* & ** For SEDUs. Where lifeboats cannot be located in widely separated locations, the Administration may permit the aggregate capacity
of the lifeboats to accommodate the total number of persons on board due size and configuration constraints.

Lifejacket
*Requires lifejackets satisfying requirements of 2.2.1 and 2.2.2 of the LSA Code be provided for every person on board a unit. It also
requires sufficient lifejackets to be stowed in suitable locations for those persons who may be on duty in locations where lifejackets are not
readily accessible. Moreover, sufficient lifejackets are required to be placed at remotely survival craft positions/locations as deemed
necessary by an Administration. Also, lifejackets must be fitted with lifejacket light as required by LSA Code.
**Requires lifejacket be provided for every person on board unit and lifejackets must comply with the requirements of SOLAS III/32.2
&32.3 (32.3 fitted with light) and sufficient lifejackets should be stowed in suitable locations for those persons who may be on duty in
locations where their lifejackets are not readily accessible.
***Requires that lifejacket of an approved type and meeting the requirements of SOLAS III/22 provided for all persons on board. In
addition, units are required to carry lifejackets for not less than 5% of the total number of persons on board.

Liferaft
*Requires units to carry a liferaft or liferafts on either side of the unit and of such aggregate capacity to accommodate the total number of
persons on board. Liferafts are required to comply with the LSA Code. If liferaft/s cannot be readily transferred for launched on either side
of the unit, the total capacity available on each side should accommodate all persons on board. Also, liferafts are required to be served by
liferaft launching appliances or marine evacuation systems in keeping with the LSA Code.
**Units are required to carry a liferaft or liferafts complying with SOLAS III/39 or 40 (1983 amendments) on either side of the unit and of
such aggregate capacity to accommodate the total number of persons on board.
*** Requires each unit to be provided with not less than two survival craft of such aggregate capacity as to accommodate twice the number
of persons on board. Survival crafts are required to comply with provisions of SOLAS III/5, 6, 7, 11 or 15, 16 & 17 for lifeboats and
liferafts.

Fire-fighters’ outfits
*Requires two spare charges be provided for each required breathing apparatus. However, units that are equipped with means to fully
recharge the air cylinders free from contamination need are required to carry only one spare charge for each apparatus.
** & ***Requires spare charges to be provided for each unit to the satisfaction of the Administration.

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Portable
*Requires portable fire extinguishers to be provided in number and arrangement in the following locations in keeping with the Organization
guideline and to the satisfaction of the Administration:
Cranes with electric motors ----------------------------------------------------- extinguishers are not required
Space containing the controls for the main source of electrical power --- 1 each of type A and C extinguisher is required
Cranes with external combustion engine -------------------------------------- 2 type extinguisher is required (1 in cab and 1 outside cab)
Drill floor --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2 type C extinguisher are required (1 at each exit)
Helidecks --------------------------------------------------------------------------- type B extinguisher & other fire-fighting equipment are
required.
Machinery spaces ------------------------------------------------------------------ type B extinguisher combined with the selection of either
fixed pressure water-spraying system or a fixed gas fire-extinguisher system or a fixed high extension form installation or portable
foam extinguishers.

** & *** Requires units to be fitted with approved portable fire extinguishers to the satisfaction of the Administration which we
have delegated to The Recognized Organizations.

Recharging of air cylinders

*Requires units which are fitted with means of recharging air cylinders to have such equipment powered from the emergency supply or by
independently diesel generator and such that the air cylinders may be used immediately after recharging.
** & *** does not provide requirements for recharging air cylinders.

Guidance on training requirements for DP Operators

*MSC.1/Circ.738/Rev.1/ provides guidance on the training of DP Operators as prepared by the International Marine Contractors
Association (IMCA).
**MSC/Circ.645 provides on the training of DP Operators as prepared by the Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Equipment.

Operational requirements
*&** Requires normal and emergency operation manual to be contained in units’ Operational Manual and should address a list of critical
items where applicable. All three MODU Codes do not preclude units from COLREG except when stationary and engaged in drilling
operations but are under obligation to comply with additional requirements imposed by coastal states.
Also, * & ** requires each unit when stationary and engaged in drilling operations to report its position and approximate duration of
operation to the requisite national body to facilitate the promulgation of the necessary marine notices.
*&** requires units to have and make available relevant training manuals and onboard training aids to each person onboard.

Radiocommunications and navigation:

All three MODU Codes have similar requirements for self-propelled and non-self-propelled units.
*Requires radio communications personnel to obtain appropriate training.

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