The USCG 835 form is a document used to report deficiencies found during inspections of vessels subject to the Certificate of Inspection (COI) process. These deficiencies may pertain to equipment malfunction, structural issues, or safety concerns. Timely correction of...
Technical Terms
Certificate of Inspection (COI)
The Certificate of Inspection(COI) is a legal document issued by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) confirming that a vessel meets specified safety and operational standards. It serves as evidence that the vessel complies with applicable regulations regarding...
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
The US Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) is a compilation of rules and regulations issued by federal agencies, with several sections dedicated to maritime matters. These regulations cover a wide range of topics crucial to the maritime profession, including vessel...
Laid up
According to official USCG guidelines outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and the guidance in CVC-WI-018(1), for commercial vessels, being "laid up" is a legal status that involves surrendering the Certificate of Inspection (COI) and postponing key...
Merchant Mariner Credential(MMC)
A Merchant Mariner Credential(MMC), is a certification issued by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) that authorizes an individual to work aboard commercial vessels. This credential serves as proof of a mariner's qualifications, training, and competence to perform...
OCMI
The United States Coast Guard Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection (USCG OCMI) is a senior Coast Guard officer responsible for overseeing maritime safety and ensuring compliance with regulations. OCMI offices are located in various regions across the United States. In...
Right to Know(RTK)
A Right to Know (RTK) request is a request for information from a state or local government body in Pennsylvania. You are allowed to request any kind of information, and aside from a list of exceptions, the government body receiving the request must provide the...
Section 705
Section 705 of the Pennsylvania History Code designates the restored United States Brig Niagara as the official flagship of Pennsylvania, symbolizing the state's naval and maritime heritage. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) is tasked with the...