§ 96.07-10 Lakes, bays, and sounds, or river service. (a) Vessels in lakes, bays, and sounds, or river service shall be fitted with such ground tackle and hawsers as deemed necessary by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, depending upon the size of the vessel and the waters on which it operates. § 96.07-90 Vessels contracted for prior to November 19, 1952. (a) Vessels contracted for prior to November 19, 1952, shall meet the following requirements: (1) Installations previously accepted or approved shall be considered satisfactory for the same service so long as they are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. If the service of the vessel is changed, the suitability of the equipment will be established by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Subpart 96.17-Magnetic § 96.17-1 When required. (a) All mechanically propelled vessels in ocean or coastwise service must be fitted with a magnetic compass. (b) All mechanically propelled vessels of 1,600 gross tons and over in ocean or coastwise service must be fitted with a gyrocompass in addition to the magnetic compass. (c) Each vessel must have an illuminated repeater for the gyrocompass required under paragraph (b) that is at the main steering stand unless the gyrocompass is illuminated and is at the main steering stand. [CGD 75-074, 42 FR 5963, Jan. 31, 1977] Subpart 96.25-Radar § 96.25-1 When required. All mechanically propelled vessels of 1,600 gross tons and over in ocean or coastwise service must be fitted with a marine radar system for surface navigation. Facilities for plotting radar readings must be provided on the bridge. [CGD 75-074, 42 FR 5964, Jan. 31, 1977] Subpart 96.27-Sounding § 96.27-1 When required. All mechanically propelled vessels of 500 gross tons and over in ocean or coastwise service and all mechanically propelled vessels of 500 gross tons and over in Great Lakes service and certificated for service on the River St. Lawrence eastward of the lower exit of the St. Lambert Lock at Montreal, Canada, must be fitted with an efficient electronic sounding apparatus. [CGD 95-027, 61 FR 26007, May 23, 1996] Subpart 96.30-Protection From Refrigerants SOURCE: CGD 86-036, 57 FR 48325, Oct. 23, 1992, unless otherwise noted. § 96.30-1 Application. (a) This subpart, except §96.30-90, applies to each vessel that is contracted for on or after November 23, 1992, and is equipped with any refrigeration unit using (1) Ammonia to refrigerate any space with a volume of more than 20 cubic feet; or (2) Fluorocarbons to refrigerate any space with a volume of more than 1000 cubic feet. (b) Each vessel that is contracted for before November 23, 1992, must satisfy § 96.30-90 if it is equipped with any refrigeration unit using (1) Ammonia to refrigerate any space with a volume of more than 20 cubic feet; or (2) Fluorocarbons to refrigerate any space with a volume of more than 1000 cubic feet. $96.30-5 General. (a) Each self-contained breathing apparatus must be of the pressure-demand, open-circuit type, approved by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and have at a minimum a 30-minute air supply, a full facepiece, and a spare charge. (b) All equipment shall be maintained in an operative condition, and it shall be the responsibility of the master and chief engineer to ascertain that a sufficient number of the crew are familiar with the operation of the equipment. [CGD 86-036, 57 FR 48325, Oct. 23, 1992; 57 FR 56406, Nov. 27, 1992] § 96.30-15 Self-contained breathing apparatus. (a) Each vessel must have a self-contained breathing apparatus for use as protection against gas leaking from a refrigeration unit. (b) The self-contained breathing apparatus required by paragraph (a) of this section may be one of those required by §96.35-10. § 96.30-90 Vessels contracted for before November 23, 1992. Vessels contracted for before November 23, 1992, must meet the following requirements: (a) Each vessels must satisfy §§ 96.305 through 96.30-15 concerning the number of items and method of stowage of equipment. (b) Items of equipment previously approved, but not meeting the applicable specifications set forth in § 96.30-5, may continue in service as long as they are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection; but each item in an installation or a replacement must meet all applicable specifications. (c) After November 23, 1994, each respirator must either satisfy §96.30-5(a) or be a self-contained compressed-air breathing apparatus previously approved by MSHA and NIOSH under part 160, subpart 160.011, of this chapter. Subpart 96.35-Fireman's Outfit § 96.35-1 Application. This subpart, except §96.35-90, applies to each vessel that is on an international voyage and is contracted for on or after November 23, 1992. Each vessel that is on an international voyage and is contracted for before November 23, 1992, must satisfy §96.35-90. [CGD 86-036, 57 FR 48325, Oct. 23, 1992] $96.35-5 General. (a) All flame safety lamps shall be of an approved type, constructed in accordance with subpart 160.016 of subchapter Q (Specifications) of this chapter. (b) Each self-contained breathing apparatus must be of the pressure-demand, open-circuit type, approved by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and have at a minimum a 30-minute air supply and full facepiece. (c) Flashlights shall be Type II or Type III, constructed and marked in accordance with ASTM F 1014 (incorporated by reference, see § 96.01-3). (d) All lifelines shall be of steel or bronze wire rope. Steel wire rope shall be either inherently corrosion-resistant, or made so by galvanizing or tinning. Each end shall be fitted with a hook with keeper having throat opening which can be readily slipped over a 5/8-inch bolt. The total length of the lifeline shall be dependent upon the size and arrangement of the vessel, and more than one line may be hooked together to achieve the necessary length. No individual length of lifeline may be less than 50 feet in length. The assembled lifeline shall have a minimum breaking strength of 1,500 pounds. (e) All equipment shall be maintained in an operative condition, and it shall be the responsibility of the master and chief engineer to ascertain that a sufficient number of the crew are familiar with the operation of the equipment. (f) Boots and gloves shall be of rubber or other electrically nonconducting material. (g) The helmet shall provide effective protection against impact. (h) Protective clothing shall be of material that will protect the skin from the heat of fire and burns from scalding steam. The outer surface shall be water resistant. [CGFR 65-50, 30 FR 17008, Dec. 30, 1965, as amended by CGFR 69-72, 34 FR 17485, Oct. 29, 1969; CGD 82-042, 53 FR 17705, May 18, 1988; CGD 86-036, 57 FR 48325, Oct. 23, 1992; USCG 1999-5151, 64 FR 67181, Dec. 1, 1999] § 96.35-10 Fireman's outfit. (a) Each fireman's outfit must conIsist of one self-contained breathing apparatus, one lifeline with a belt or a suitable harness, one flashlight, one flame safety lamp, one rigid helmet, boots and gloves, protective clothing, and one fire ax. In lieu of the flame safety lamp, vessels may carry an oxygen depletion meter which is listed by a Coast Guard recognized independent laboratory as intrinsically safe. (b) Every vessel shall carry at least two firemen's outfits. [CGFR 69-72, 34 FR 17485, Oct. 29, 1969, as amended by CGD 86-036, 57 FR 48325, Oct. 23, 1992; CGD 95-028, 62 FR 51207, Sept. 30, 1997] § 96.35-15 Stowage. The fireman's outfits must be stored in widely separated, accessible locations. [CGD 75-074, 42 FR 5964, Jan. 31, 1977] § 96.35-20 Spare charges. (a) A complete recharge shall be carried for each self-contained breathing apparatus, and a complete set of spare batteries shall be carried for each flashlight. The spares shall be stowed in the same location as the equipment it is to reactivate. $96.35-90 Vessels contracted for before November 23, 1992. Vessels contracted for before November 23, 1992, must meet the following requirements: (a) Each vessel must satisfy §§ 96.35-5 through 96.35-20 concerning the number of items and method of stowage of equipment. (b) Items of equipment previously approved, but not meeting the applicable specifications set forth in § 96.35–5, may continue in service as long as they are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection; but each item in an installation or a replacement must meet all applicable specifications. (c) After November 23, 1994, each respirator must either satisfy §96.35-5(b) or be a self-contained compressed-air breathing apparatus previously ap proved by MSHA and NIOSH under part 160, subpart 160.011, of this chapter. [CGD 86-036, 57 FR 48326, Oct. 23, 1992] Subpart 96.40-Pilot Boarding § 96.40-1 Pilot boarding equipment. (a) This section applies to each vessel that normally embarks or disembarks a pilot from a pilot boat or other vessel. (b) Each vessel must have suitable pilot boarding equipment available for use on each side of the vessel. If a vessel has only one set of equipment, the equipment must be capable of being easily transferred to and rigged for use on either side of the vessel. (c) Pilot boarding equipment must be capable of resting firmly against the vessel's side and be secured so that it is clear from overboard discharges. (d) Each vessel must have lighting positioned to provide adequate illumination for the pilot boarding equipment and each point of access. (e) Each vessel must have a point of access that has (1) A gateway in the rails or bulwark with adequate handholds; or (2) Two handhold stanchions and a bulwark ladder that is securely attached to the bulwark rail and deck. (f) The pilot boarding equipment required by paragraph (b) of this section must include at least one pilot ladder approved under subpart 163.003 of this chapter. Each pilot ladder must be of a single length and capable of extending from the point of access to the water's edge during each condition of loading and trim, with an adverse list of 15°. (g) Whenever the distance from the water's edge to the point of access is more than 30 feet, access from a pilot ladder to the vessel must be by way of an accommodation ladder or equally safe and convenient means. (h) Pilot hoists, if used, must be approved under subpart 163.002 of this chapter. [CGD 79-032, 49 FR 25455, June 21, 1984] 97.37-42 Markings for lifesaving appliances, instructions to passengers, and stowage locations. 97.37-47 Portable magazine chests. 97.37-50 Ventilation alarm failure. 97.37-60 Watertight doors. 97.37-90 Vessels contracted for prior to November 19, 1952. Subpart 97.40-Markings on Vessels 97.40-1 Application. 97.40-5 Hull markings. 97.40-10 Draft marks and draft indicating systems. 97.40-15 Load line marks. Subpart 97.45-Carrying of Excess Steam 97.45-1 Master and chief engineer responsible. Subpart 97.47-Routing Instructions 97.47-1 All persons must comply. Subpart 97.50-Compliance With Provisions of Certificate of Inspection 97.50-1 Master or person in charge responsible. Subpart 97.53-Exhibition of License 97.53-1 Licensed officers. Subpart 97.55-De-Energizing of Cargo Hold Lighting Circuits When Grain or Other Combustible Bulk Cargo Is Carried 97.55-1 Master's responsibility. 97.55-5 Warning notice posted. Subpart 97.80-Operation of Vehicles in Enclosed Locations 97.80-1 Special operating conditions. Subpart 97.90-Pilot Boarding Operations 97.90-1 Pilot boarding operation. Subpart 97.95-Person in Charge of 97.95-1 General. AUTHORITY: 33 U.S.C. 1321(j); 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 6101; 49 U.S.C. 5103, 5106; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; E.O. 12777, 56 FR 54757, 3 CFR, 1991 Comp., p. 351; 49 CFR 1.46. SOURCE: CGFR 65-50, 30 FR 17011, Dec. 30, 1965, unless otherwise noted. § 97.01-2 Incorporation by reference. (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that specified in paragraph (b) of this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of change in the FEDERAL REGISTER; and the material must be available to the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the Office of the Federal Register, 800 North Capitol Street NW., Suite 700, Washington, DC 20002, and at the U.S. Coast Guard, Lifesaving and Fire Safety Division (G-MSE-4), 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, and is available from the sources indicated in paragraph (b) of this section. (b) The material approved for incorporation by reference in this part and the sections affected are as follows: American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959 ASTM D 93-97, Standard Test Methods for Flash Point by Pensky-Martens Closed Cup Tester-97.15-55 ASTM Adjunct F 1626, Symbols for Use in Accordance with Regulation II-2/20 of the 1974 SOLAS Convention as amended PCN: 12-616260-01 (1996)-97.36-1 International Maritime Organization (IMO) Publications Section, 4 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7SR United Kingdom Resolution A.654(16), Graphical Symbols for Fire Control Plans-97.36-1 [CGD 95-028, 62 FR 51207, Sept. 30, 1997, as amended by USCG 1998-4442, 63 FR 52191, Sept. 30, 1998; USCG 1999-5151, 64 FR 67181, Dec. 1, 1999] |