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| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.1.30.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.100 | Subpart 169.100—General Provisions | § 169.101 Purpose; preemptive effect. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-2006-24797, 77 FR 33889, June 7, 2012; USCG-2024-1103, 90 FR 52881, Nov. 24, 2025] | The regulations in this part set forth uniform requirements which are suited to the particular characteristics and specialized operations of sailing school vessels as defined in Title 46, United States Code section 2101. The regulations in this part have preemptive effect over State or local regulations in the same field. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.1.30.10 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.100 | Subpart 169.100—General Provisions | § 169.119 Vessel status. | USCG | For the purpose of 46 U.S.C. 11101, 46 App. U.S.C. 291 and 46 App. U.S.C. 883 a sailing school vessel is not deemed a merchant vessel or a vessel engaged in trade or commerce. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.1.30.11 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.100 | Subpart 169.100—General Provisions | § 169.121 Loadlines. | USCG | Sailing school vessels must meet the applicable loadline regulations contained in Subchapter E (Load Lines) of this chapter. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.1.30.2 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.100 | Subpart 169.100—General Provisions | § 169.103 Applicability. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-1999-5040, 67 FR 34799, May 15, 2002] | (a) This subchapter applies to each domestic vessel operating as a sailing school vessel. (b) This subchapter does not apply to— (1) Any vessel operating exclusively on inland waters, which are not navigable waters of the United States; (2) Any vessel while laid up, dismantled, and out of service; (3) Any vessel with title vested in the United States and which is used for public purposes except vessels of the U.S. Maritime Administration; (4) Any vessel carrying one or more passengers; (5) Any vessel operating under the authority of a current valid certificate of inspection issued per the requirements of 46 CFR chapter I, subchapter H or T, 46 CFR parts 70 through 78 and parts 175 through 187, respectively; or (6) Any foreign vessel. (c) A vessel which engages in trade or commerce or carries one or more passengers, cannot operate under a certificate of inspection as a sailing school vessel, but must meet the rules and regulations governing the service in which it is engaged. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.1.30.3 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.100 | Subpart 169.100—General Provisions | § 169.107 Definitions. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 897, Jan. 9, 1986; 51 FR 3785, Jan. 30, 1986, as amended by USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6507, Feb. 9, 2000; USCG-1999-5040, 67 FR 34799, May 15, 2002; USCG-2006-24371, 74 FR 11266, Mar. 16, 2009; USCG-2012-0832, 77 FR 59788, Oct. 1, 2012; USCG-2013-0671, 78 FR 60163, Sept. 30, 2013] | Anniversary date means the day and the month of each year, which corresponds to the date of expiration of the Certificate of Inspection. Approved means accepted by the Commandant unless otherwise stated. Coast Guard District Commander means an officer of the Coast Guard designated by the Commandant to command all Coast Guard activities within a district. Commandant means the Commandant of the Coast Guard or an authorized representative of the Commandant. Demise charter means a legally binding document for a term of one year or more under which for the period of the charter, the party who leases or charters the vessel, known as the demise or bareboat charterer, assumes legal responsibility for all of the incidents of ownership, including insuring, manning, supplying, repairing, fueling, maintaining and operating the vessel. The term demise or bareboat charterer is synonymous with “owner pro hac vice”. Existing vessel means a sailing school vessel, whose keel was laid prior to (January 9, 1986), which applies for certification as a sailing school vessel prior to (January 9, 1987), and whose initial inspection for certification is completed prior to (January 9, 1988). Exposed Waters means waters more than 37 kilometers (20 nautical miles) from the mouth of a harbor of safe refuge, or other waters the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection determines to present special hazards due to weather or other circumstances. Headquarters means the Commandant (CG-ENG), Attn: Office of Design and Engineering Systems, U.S. Coast Guard Stop 7509, 2703 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20593-7509. Instructor means any person who is aboard a sailing school vessel for the purpose of providing sailing instruction and is not an officer, operator, or member of the crew required by regulation to be aboard the vessel, and has not paid any consideration, either directly or indirectly for his or her carriage on the vessel. Length means the mean length. It is the mean or average between length on deck (LOD) a… | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.1.30.4 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.100 | Subpart 169.100—General Provisions | § 169.109 Equivalents. | USCG | Substitutes for a fitting, appliance, apparatus, or equipment, may be accepted by the Commandant if the substituted item is as effective and consistent with the requirements and minimum safety standards specified in this subchapter. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.1.30.5 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.100 | Subpart 169.100—General Provisions | § 169.111 Administrative procedures. | USCG | (a) Upon receipt of a written application for inspection, the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection assigns a marine inspector to inspect the vessel at a mutually agreed upon time and place. (b) The owner or a representative shall be present during the inspection. (c) If during the inspection, the vessel or its equipment is found not to conform to the requirements of law or the regulations in this subchapter, the marine inspector lists all requirements which have not been met and presents the list to the owner or a representative. (d) In any case where the owner of a vessel or his representative desires further clarification of, or reconsideration of any requirement placed against his vessel, he may discuss the matter with the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.1.30.6 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.100 | Subpart 169.100—General Provisions | § 169.112 Special consideration. | USCG | In applying the provisions of this part, the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, may give special consideration to departures from the specific requirements when special circumstances or arrangements warrant such departures and an equivalent level of safety is provided. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.1.30.7 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.100 | Subpart 169.100—General Provisions | § 169.113 Right of appeal. | USCG | [CGD 88-033, 54 FR 50381, Dec. 6, 1989] | Any person directly affected by a decision or action taken under this part, by or on behalf of the Coast Guard, may appeal therefrom in accordance with subpart 1.03 of this chapter. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.1.30.8 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.100 | Subpart 169.100—General Provisions | § 169.115 Incorporation by reference. | USCG | [USCG-2012-0196, 81 FR 48294, July 22, 2016, as amended by USCG-2020-0107, 87 FR 68305, Nov. 14, 2022] | (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. All approved incorporation by reference (IBR) material is available for inspection at the Coast Guard Headquarters and at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). Contact the Coast Guard at: Commandant (CG-ENG-4), U.S. Coast Guard Stop 7509, 2703 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20593-7509; email: typeapproval@uscg.mil; website: www.dco.uscg.mil/CG-ENG-4/. For information on the availability of this material at NARA, email: fr.inspection@nara.gov; website: www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. The material may be obtained from the source(s) in the following paragraph(s) of this section. (b) American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC), 613 Third St, Suite 10, Annapolis, MD 21403, 410-990-4460, http://www.abycinc.org . (1) A-1-78, Marine LPG—Liquefied Petroleum Gas Systems, IBR approved for § 169.703(c). (2) A-3-70, Recommended Practices and Standards Covering Galley Stoves, IBR approved for § 169.703(a). (3) A-22-78, Marine CNG—Compressed Natural Gas Systems, IBR approved for § 169.703(c). (4) H-2.5, Ventilation of Boats Using Gasoline—Design and Construction, 1981, IBR approved for § 169.629. (5) H-24.9 (g) and (h)—“Fuel Strainers and Fuel Filters” (1975), IBR approved for § 169.629. (6) P-1-73, Safe Installation of Exhaust Systems for Propulsion and Auxiliary Engines, 1973, IBR approved for § 169.609. (c) DLA Document Services, Building 4D, 700 Robbins Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111, http://quicksearch.dla.mil . (1) Federal Specification ZZ-H-451, Hose, Fire, Woven-Jacketed Rubber or Cambric-Lined, with Couplings, F, IBR approved for § 169.563(c). (2) [Reserved] (d) National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169, 617-770-3000, http://www.nfpa.org . (1) NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, 2010 Edition, effective December… | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.1.30.9 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.100 | Subpart 169.100—General Provisions | § 169.117 OMB control numbers. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by CGD 88-072, 53 FR 34298, Sept. 6, 1988; CGD 89-037, 57 FR 41824, Sept. 11, 1992; USCG-2004-18884, 69 FR 58350, Sept. 30, 2004] | (a) Purpose. This section collects and displays the control numbers assigned to information collection and recordkeeping requirements in this subchapter by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1980 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. ). The Coast Guard intends that this section comply with the requirements of 44 U.S.C. 3507(f) which requires that agencies display a current control number assigned by the Director of OMB for each approved agency information collection requirement. (b) Display. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.30.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.201 When required. | USCG | (a) No sailing school vessel shall be operated without a valid Certificate of Inspection, Form CG-3753. (b) Except as noted in this subpart, each sailing school vessel inspected and certificated under the provisions of this subchapter must, during the tenure of the certificate, be in full compliance with the terms of the certificate when carrying six or more individuals who are sailing school students or sailing school instructors. (c) If necessary to prevent delay of the vessel, a temporary Certificate of Inspection, Form CG-854, is issued pending the issuance and delivery of the regular Certificate of Inspection, Form CG-3753. The temporary certificate is carried in the same manner as the regular certificate and is considered the same as the regular certificate of inspection which it represents. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.30.2 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.203 Description. | USCG | The certificate of inspection issued to a vessel describes the vessel, the route which it may travel, the minimum manning requirements, the major lifesaving equipment carried, the minimum fire extinguishing equipment and life preservers required to be carried, the maximum number of sailing school students and instructors and the maximum number of persons which may be carried, the name of the owner and operator, and such conditions of operations as may be determined by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.30.3 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.205 Obtaining or renewing a Certificate of Inspection. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6507, Feb. 9, 2000; USCG-2006-25556, 72 FR 36330, July 2, 2007] | (a) A qualified organization attempting to obtain or renew a certificate of inspection for a vessel must submit to the Coast Guard Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection located in or nearest the port at which the inspection is to be made, the following— (1) An application for inspection on Form CG-3752; and (2) Evidence that the vessel has been designated as a sailing school vessel or an application for designation, as set forth in § 169.218; and (3) Information concerning the program's age and physical qualifications for students and instructors and the ratio of students to instructors. (b) The application for initial inspection of a vessel being newly constructed or converted must be submitted prior to the start of such construction or conversion. (c) The construction, arrangement and equipment of all vessels must be acceptable to the cognizant Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, as a prerequisite of the issuance of the initial certificate of inspection. Acceptance will be based on the information, specifications, drawings and calculations available to the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, and on the successful completion of an initial inspection for certification. (d) You must submit a written application for an inspection for certification to the cognizant Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. To renew a Certificate of Inspection, you must submit an application at least 30 days before the expiration of the vessel's current certificate. Applications are available at any U.S. Coast Guard Sector Office or Marine Inspection Office. When renewing a Certificate of Inspection, you must schedule an inspection for certification within the 3 months before the expiration date of the current Certificate of Inspection. (e) The condition of the vessel and its equipment must be acceptable to the cognizant Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, as a prerequisite of the certificate of inspection renewal. Acceptance will be based on the condition of the vessel as found at the inspection for certification. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.30.4 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.207 Period of validity for a Certificate of Inspection. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6507, Feb. 9, 2000] | (a) A Certificate of Inspection is valid for 5 years. (b) Certificates of inspection may be revoked, or suspended and withdrawn by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, at any time for noncompliance with the provisions of this subchapter or requirements established thereunder. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.30.5 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.209 Routes permitted. | USCG | (a) The area of operation for each vessel is designated by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection and recorded on its Certificate of Inspection. Each area of operation is described on the Certificate of Inspection under the major headings “exposed waters,” “partially protected waters,” or “protected waters,” as applicable. Further limitations imposed or extensions granted are described by reference to bodies of waters, geographical points, distance from geographical points, distances from land, depths of channel, seasonal limitations, etc. (b) Operation of vessels on routes of lesser severity than those specifically described or designated on the Certificate of Inspection are permitted, unless expressly prohibited on the Certificate of Inspection. The general order of severity is: exposed, partially protected, and protected waters. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.30.6 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.211 Permit to proceed for repair. | USCG | (a) The Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, may issue a permit to proceed to another port for repair, Form CG-948, to a vessel if in his judgment it can be done with safety even if the Certificate of Inspection of the vessel has expired or is about to expire. (b) The permit is issued only upon the written application of the master, owner, or agent of the vessel. (c) The permit states upon its face the conditions under which it is issued and that guests may not be carried when operating under the permit. The permit must be carried in a manner similar to that described in § 169.217(a) for a certificate of inspection. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.30.7 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.213 Permit to carry excursion party. | USCG | (a) A vessel may be permitted to engage in a temporary excursion operation with a greater number of persons and/or on a more extended route than permitted by its certificate of inspection when in the opinion of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, the operation can be undertaken with safety. A “Permit To Carry Excursion Party” Form CG-949, is a prerequisite of such an operation. (b) Any Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, having jurisdiction may issue a permit to carry an excursion party upon the written application of the operator, owner or agent of the vessel. (c) The OCMI will reevaluate the vessel's sailing instruction program to ensure that the permit fits within the scope of the training program and that the vessel continues to meet the definition of a sailing school vessel. (d) The OCMI may require an inspection prior to the issuance of a permit to carry an excursion party. (e) The permit states upon its face the conditions under which it is issued, a reminder about the prohibition against carrying passengers, the number of persons the vessel may carry, the crew required, and additional lifesaving or safety equipment required, the route for which the permit is granted, and the dates on which the permit is valid. (f) The permit must be carried with the certificate of inspection. Any vessel operating under a permit to carry an excursion party must be in full compliance with the terms of its certificate of inspection as supplemented by the permit. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.30.8 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.215 Certificate of inspection amendment. | USCG | (a) An amended certificate of inspection may be issued at any time by any Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. The amended certificate of inspection replaces the original. An amended certificate of inspection may be issued to authorize and record a change in the character of a vessel or in its route, equipment, ownership, operator, etc., from that specified in the current certificate of inspection. (b) A request for an amended certificate of inspection must be made to the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, by the master, operator, owner, or agent of the vessel at any time there is a change in the character of a vessel or in its route, equipment, ownership, operation etc., as specified in its current certificate of inspection. (c) The OCMI may require an inspection prior to the issuance of an amended certificate of inspection. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.30.9 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.217 Posting. | USCG | The certificate of inspection must be framed under glass or other suitable transparent material and posted in a conspicuous place on the vessel except on open boats where the certificate may be retained in a watertight container, which is secured to the vessel. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.31.10 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.218 Procedures for designating sailing school vessels. | USCG | (a) Upon written request by a qualified institution, a determination is made by the OCMI whether the vessel may be designated as a sailing school vessel. (b) The request should contain sufficient information to allow the OCMI to make this determination. At a minimum the following items must be submitted: (1) A detailed description of the vessel, including its identification number, owner, and charterer. (2) A specific operating plan stating precisely the intended use of the vessel and the intended course of instruction for sailing school students. (3) A copy of the Internal Revenue Service designation as a non-profit, tax-exempt, organization under sections 501(a) and 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. (4) An affidavit certifying that the owner or charterer has financial resources to meet any liability incurred for death or injury to sailing school students or sailing school instructors on voyages aboard the vessel, in an amount not less than $50,000 for each student and instructor. (5) Any additional information as requested by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. (c) If a designation is granted it is indicated on the certificate of inspection and remains valid for the duration of the certificate, provided all operating conditions remain unchanged. (d) In the event of a change, the institution must advise the OCMI who issued the designation. After reviewing the pertinent information concerning the change, the OCMI shall determine if the vessel is eligible to retain its designation as a sailing school vessel. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.31.11 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.219 Renewal of letter of designation. | USCG | At least 60 days prior to the expiration date of the certificate of inspection, a request for renewal must be submitted in the same manner as described in § 169.218. If the request for renewal is submitted to the OCMI who made the initial determination and all operating conditions remain unchanged, the information need not be resubmitted. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.32.12 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.220 General. | USCG | (a) An inspection is required before the issuance of a certificate of inspection. (b) An inspection for certification is not made until after receipt of the information required in § 169.205(a) of this subchapter. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.32.13 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.221 Initial inspection for certification. | USCG | (a) The initial inspection includes an inspection of the hull structure, yards, masts, spars, rigging, sails, machinery, and equipment, including unfired pressure vessels. (b) The initial inspection of a vessel being newly constructed or converted normally consists of a series of inspections during the construction or conversion. (c) The inspection ensures that the vessel and its equipment comply with the regulations in this subchapter to the extent they are applicable to the vessel being inspected, and are in accordance with approved plans. The inspection also ensures that the materials, workmanship and condition of all parts of the vessel and its machinery and equipment are in all respects satisfactory for the service intended, and that the vessel is in possession of a valid certificate issued by the Federal Communications Commission, if required. (d) Before construction is started, the owner, operator, or builder must develop plans indicating the proposed arrangement and construction of the vessel. This list of plans to be developed and the required disposition of these plans are set forth in § 169.305. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.32.14 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.222 Scope of inspection for certification. | USCG | Items normally included in an Inspection for Certification are: (a) Structure. (b) Watertight integrity. (c) Pressure vessels and appurtenances. (d) Piping. (e) Auxiliary machinery. (f) Steering apparatus. (g) Electrical installations. (h) Lifesaving appliances. (i) Navigation equipment. (j) Fire detecting and extinguishing systems. (k) Pollution prevention equipment. (l) Sanitary conditions. (m) Fire hazards. (n) Verification of valid certificates issued by the Federal Communications Commission. (o) Lights and signals required by navigation rules. (p) Bilge and ballast systems. (q) Rigging, yards, masts, spars, and sails. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.32.15 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.223 Subsequent inspections for certification. | USCG | An inspection for renewal of a certificate of inspection includes an inspection of the structure, machinery, yards, spars, masts, rigging, sails, and equipment. The inspection ensures that the vessel is in satisfactory condition, fit for the service intended and complies with the applicable regulations in this subchapter. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.33.16 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.225 Annual inspection. | USCG | [USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6507, Feb. 9, 2000] | (a) Your vessel must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after each anniversary date, except as specified in § 169.226. (b) You must contact the cognizant Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection to schedule an inspection at a time and place which he or she approves. No written application is required. (c) The scope of the annual inspection is the same as the inspection for certification as specified in § 169.222 but in less detail unless the cognizant marine inspector finds deficiencies or determines that a major change has occurred since the last inspection. If deficiencies are found or a major change to the vessel has occurred, the marine inspector will conduct an inspection more detailed in scope to ensure that the vessel is in satisfactory condition and fit for the service for which it is intended. If your vessel passes the annual inspection, the marine inspector will endorse your current Certificate of Inspection. (d) If the annual inspection reveals deficiencies in your vessel's maintenance, you must make any or all repairs or improvements within the time period specified by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. (e) Nothing in this subpart limits the marine inspector from conducting such tests or inspections he or she deems necessary to be assured of the vessel's seaworthiness. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.33.17 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.226 Periodic inspection. | USCG | [USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6507, Feb. 9, 2000] | (a) Your vessel must undergo a periodic inspection within 3 months before or after the second or third anniversary of the date of your vessel's Certificate of Inspection. This periodic inspection will take the place of an annual inspection. (b) You must contact the cognizant Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection to schedule an inspection at a time and place which he or she approves. No written application is required. (c) The scope of the periodic inspection is the same as that for the inspection for certification, as specified in § 169.222. The Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection will insure that the vessel is in satisfactory condition and fit for the service for which it is intended. If your vessel passes the periodic inspection, the marine inspector will endorse your current Certificate of Inspection. (d) If the periodic inspection reveals deficiencies in your vessel's maintenance, you must make any or all repairs or improvements within the time period specified by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. (e) Nothing in this subpart limits the marine inspector from conducting such tests or inspections he or she deems necessary to be assured of the vessel's seaworthiness. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.33.18 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.227 Certificate of Inspection: Conditions of validity. | USCG | [USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6507, Feb. 9, 2000] | To maintain a valid Certificate of Inspection, you must complete your annual and periodic inspections within the periods specified in §§ 169.225 and 169.226 respectively and your Certificate of Inspection must be endorsed. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.34.19 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.229 Drydock examination, internal structural examination, and underwater survey intervals. | USCG | [CGD 84-024, 52 FR 39656, Oct. 23, 1987, as amended at 53 FR 32232, Aug. 24, 1988; CGD 95-072, 60 FR 50468, Sept. 29, 1995; CGD 96-041, 61 FR 50734, Sept. 27, 1996; USCG-2000-6858, 67 FR 21083, Apr. 29, 2002; USCG-2009-0702, 74 FR 49239, Sept. 25, 2009; USCG-2012-0832, 77 FR 59788, Oct. 1, 2012] | (a) Except as provided for in paragraphs (b) through (e) of this section, each vessel must undergo drydock and internal structural examinations as follows: (1) If your vessel operates in saltwater, it must undergo two drydock examinations and two internal structural examinations within any 5-year period unless it has been approved to undergo an underwater survey (UWILD) under § 169.230 of this part. No more than 3 years may elapse between any two examinations. (2) If your vessel operated in fresh water at least 50 percent of the time since your last drydocking, it must undergo a dry dock and internal structural examination at intervals not to exceed 5 years unless it has been approved to undergo an underwater survey (UWILD) under § 169.230 of this part. (b) Vessels with wooden hulls must undergo two drydock and two internal structural examinations within any five year period regardless of the type of water in which they operate. No more than three years may elapse between any two examinations. (c) If, during an internal structural examination damage or deterioration to the hull plating or structural members is discovered, the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, may require the vessel to be drydocked or otherwise taken out of service to further assess the extent of the damage and to effect permanent repairs. (d) Each vessel which has not met with the applicable examination schedules in paragraphs (a) through (c) of this section because it is on a voyage, must undergo the required examinations upon completion of the voyage. (e) The Commandant (CG-CVC) may authorize extensions to the examination intervals specified in paragraphs (a) and (b) of this section. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.34.20 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.230 Underwater Survey in Lieu of Drydocking (UWILD). | USCG | [USCG-2000-6858, 67 FR 21083, Apr. 29, 2002] | (a) The Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection (OCMI), on a case-by-case basis, may approve an underwater survey instead of a drydock examination at alternating intervals if your vessel is— (1) Less than 15 years of age; (2) A steel or aluminum hulled vessel; (3) Fitted with an effective hull protection system; and (4) Listed in § 169.229(a)(1) or (2) of this part. (b) For vessels less than 15 years of age, you must submit an application for an underwater survey to the OCMI at least 90 days before your vessel's next required drydock examination. The application must include— (1) The procedure for carrying out the underwater survey; (2) The time and place of the underwater survey; (3) The method used to accurately determine the diver's or remotely operated vehicle's (ROV) location relative to the hull; (4) The means for examining all through-hull fittings and appurtenances; (5) The condition of the vessel, including the anticipated draft of the vessel at the time of survey; (6) A description of the hull protection system; and (7) The name and qualifications of any third party examiner. (c) If your vessel is 15 years old or older, the cognizant District Commander, on a case-by-case basis, may approve an underwater survey instead of a drydock examination at alternating intervals. You must submit an application for an underwater survey to the OCMI at least 90 days before your vessel's next required drydock examination. You may be allowed this option if— (1) The vessel is qualified under paragraphs (a)(2) through (4) of this section; (2) Your application includes the information in paragraphs (b)(1) through (b)(7) of this section; and (3) During the vessel's drydock examination, preceding the underwater survey, a complete set of hull gaugings was taken and they indicated that the vessel was free from appreciable hull deterioration. (d) After the drydock examination required by paragraph (c)(3) of this section, the OCMI submits a recommendation for future underwater surveys, the results of the hull gaugi… | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.34.21 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.231 Definitions relating to hull examinations. | USCG | [CGD 84-024, 52 FR 39656, Oct. 23, 1987, as amended at 53 FR 32232, Aug. 24, 1988; USCG-2000-6858, 67 FR 21084, Apr. 29, 2002] | As used in the part— (a) Drydock examination means hauling out a vessel or placing a vessel in a drydock or slipway for an examination of all accessible parts of the vessel's underwater body and all through-hull fittings, sea chests, sea valves, sea strainers, and valves for the emergency bilge suction. (b) Underwater survey means the examination of the vessel's underwater hull including all through-hull fittings and appurtenances, while the vessel is afloat. (c) Internal structural examination means an examination of the vessel while afloat or in drydock and consists of a complete examination of the vessel's main strength members, including the major internal framing, the hull plating, voids, and ballast tanks, but not including cargo or fuel oil tanks. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.34.22 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.233 Notice and plans required. | USCG | [CGD 84-024, 52 FR 39656, Oct. 23, 1987] | (a) The master, owner, operator, or agent of the vessel shall notify the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, whenever the vessel is to be drydocked regardless of the reason for drydocking. (b) Each vessel, except barges, that holds a Load Line Certificate must have on board a plan showing the vessel's scantlings. This plan must be made available to the Coast Guard marine inspector whenever the vessel undergoes a drydock examination or internal structural examination or whenever repairs are made to the vessel's hull. (c) Each barge that holds a Load Line Certificate must have a plan showing the barge's scantlings. The plan need not be maintained on board the barge but must be made available to the Coast Guard marine inspector whenever the barge undergoes a drydock examination or internal structural examination or whenever repairs are made to the barge's hull. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.34.23 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.234 Integral fuel oil tank examinations. | USCG | [CGD 84-024, 52 FR 39656, Oct. 23, 1987, as amended at 53 FR 32232, Aug. 24, 1988] | (a) Each fuel oil tank with at least one side integral to the vessel's hull and located within the hull (“integral fuel oil tank”) is subject to inspection as provided in this section. The owner or operator of the vessel shall have the tanks cleaned out and gas freed as necessary to permit internal examination of the tank or tanks designated by the marine inspector. The owner or operator shall arrange for an examination of the fuel tanks of each vessel during an internal structural examination at intervals not to exceed five years. (b) Integral non-double-bottom fuel oil tanks need not be cleaned out and internally examined if the marine inspector is able to determine by external examination that the general condition of the tanks is satisfactory. (c) Double-bottom fuel oil tanks on vessels less than 10 years of age need not be cleaned out and internally examined if the marine inspector is able to determine by external examination that the general condition of the tanks is satisfactory. (d) All double-bottom fuel oil tanks on vessels 10 years of age or older but less than 15 years of age need not be cleaned out and internally examined if the marine inspector is able to determine by internal examination of at least one forward double-bottom fuel oil tank, and by external examination of all other double-bottom fuel oil tanks on the vessel, that the general condition of the tanks is satisfactory. (e) All double-bottom fuel oil tanks on vessels 15 years of age or older need not be cleaned out and internally examined if the marine inspector is able to determine by internal examination of at least one forward, one amidships, and one aft double-bottom fuel oil tank, and by external examination of all other double-bottom fuel oil tanks on the vessel, that the general condition of the tanks is satisfactory. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.35.24 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.235 Permission required. | USCG | (a) Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery, or equipment which affects the safety of the vessel may not be made without the knowledge and approval of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. (b) Drawings, sketches or written specifications describing the alterations in detail must be submitted to the OCMI. Proposed alterations must be approved by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, before work is started. (c) Drawings are not required for repairs or replacements in kind. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.35.25 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.236 Inspection and testing required. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-2012-0196, 81 FR 48295, July 22, 2016] | (a) The provisions of NFPA 306, (incorporation by reference, see § 169.115) are used as a guide in conducting the inspections and issuing certificates required by this section. (b) Until an inspection has been made to determine that the operations can be undertaken safely, no alterations, repairs, or other operations involving riveting, welding, burning, or other fire-producing actions may be made— (1) Within or on the boundaries of fuel tanks; or (2) To pipelines, heating coils, pumps, fittings, or other appurtenances connected to fuel tanks. (c) Inspections must be conducted as follows: (1) In ports or places in the United States or its territories and possessions, the inspection must be made by a marine chemist certificated by the National Fire Protection Association; however, if the services of such certified marine chemist are not reasonably available, the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, upon the recommendation of the vessel owner and his contractor on their representative, may authorize a person to inspect the particular vessel. If the inspection indicates that the operations can be undertaken with safety, a certificate setting forth this fact in writing must be issued by the certified marine chemist or the authorized person before the work is started. The certificate must include any requirements necessary to reasonably maintain safe conditions in the spaces certified throughout the operation, including any precautions necessary to eliminate or minimize hazards that may be present from protective coatings or residues from cargoes. (2) When not in a port or place in the United States or its territories and possessions, and when a marine chemist or a person authorized by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, is not reasonably available, the senior officer present shall conduct the inspection and enter the results of the inspection in the vessel's logbook. (d) It is the responsibility of the senior officer present to secure copies of certificates issued by the certified marine chemist or a pe… | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.36.26 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.237 Inspection standards. | USCG | Vessels are inspected for compliance with the standards required by this subchapter. Items not covered by standards in this subchapter must be in accordance with good marine practice and acceptable to the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.36.27 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.239 Hull. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6508, Feb. 9, 2000] | At each inspection for certification and periodic inspection, the vessel must be afloat and ready for the following tests and inspections of the hull structure and its appurtenances: (a) All accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull, the watertight bulkheads, and weather deck are examined. Where the internals of the vessel are completely concealed, sections of the lining or ceiling may be removed or the parts otherwise probed or exposed so that the inspector may be satisfied as to the condition of the hull structure. (b) All watertight closures in the hull, decks and bulkheads are examined and operated. (c) The condition of the superstructure, masts, and similar arrangements constructed on the hull is checked. All spars, standing rigging, running rigging, blocks, fittings, and sails, including storm sails are inspected. (d) All railings and bulwarks and their attachment to the hull structure are inspected. Special attention is paid to ensure that guards or rails are provided in all dangerous places. (e) All weathertight closures above the weather deck are inspected. The provisions for drainage of sea water from the exposed decks are checked. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.36.28 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.241 Machinery. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6508, Feb. 9, 2000] | (a) At each inspection for certification and periodic inspection, the marine inspector will examine and test the following items to the extent necessary, to determine that they are in proper operating condition and fit for the service for which they are intended: (1) Engine starting system. Alternate methods of starting are checked. (2) Engine control mechanisms. Mechanisms are operationally tested and visually examined. (3) Auxiliary machinery. All machinery essential to the routine operation of the vessel is checked. (4) Fuel systems. Tanks, tank vents and other appurtenances, piping and pipe fittings are examined. The fuel systems for the auxiliary propulsion engines and all other fuel systems installed are checked. All valves in the fuel lines are tested by operating locally and at remote operating positions. (5) Sea valves and bulkhead closure valves. All overboard discharge and intake valves are checked. (6) Bilge and drainage systems. The means provided for pumping bilges are operationally tested. All suction strainers are examined. (b) During all inspections special attention is paid to ensure that no fire hazards exist and that guards or protective devices are provided in all hazardous places. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.36.29 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.243 Electrical. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6508, Feb. 9, 2000] | At each inspection for certification and periodic inspection, the marine inspector will examine and test the following items to the extent necessary, to determine that they are in proper operating condition, in safe electrical condition, and fit for the service for which they are intended: (a) Electrical cable. All cable is examined as far as practicable without undue disturbance of the cable or electrical apparatus. (b) Overload or circuit protective devices. Circuit breakers are tested by manual operation and fuses examined visually. The ratings of fuses are checked to determine suitability for the service intended. (c) Rotating machinery. Rotating electrical machinery essential to the routine operation of the vessel is examined. (d) Generators, etc. All generators, motors, lighting fixtures and circuit interrupting devices located in spaces or areas which may contain flammable vapors are checked. (e) Storage batteries. Batteries are checked for condition and security of stowage. (f) Fire detection and alarm system. Electrical apparatus, which operates as part of or in conjunction with a fire detection or alarm system installed on board the vessel, is operationally tested. The test is applied, in a manner to simulate, as closely as practicable, the actual operation in case of fire. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.36.30 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.245 Lifesaving equipment. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6508, Feb. 9, 2000] | At each inspection for certification and periodic inspection the following tests and inspections of lifesaving equipment will be conducted: (a) All air tank buoyant units of all lifesaving appliances are tested for airtightness. (b) Each lifeboat is lowered to near the water and loaded with its allowed capacity, evenly distributed throughout the length. The total weight used is at least equal to the allowed capacity of the lifeboat considering persons to weigh 75 kg (165 pounds) each. The lifeboat is then lowered into the water until it is afloat and released from the falls. (c) Each personal flotation device is examined to determine its serviceability. If found to be satisfactory, it is stamped “Passed,” together with the date and the port. If found to be unsatisfactory, the personal flotation device must be removed from the vessel's equipment and repaired. If it is beyond repair it must be destroyed in the presence of the Coast Guard inspector. (d) Each lifeboat winch electrical control apparatus is opened and inspected. (e) Where gravity davits are installed, it must be demonstrated that the lifeboat can be swung out and lowered from any stopped position by merely releasing the brake on the lifeboat winch. The use of force to start the davits or the lifeboat winch is not permitted. (f) Inflatable liferaft containers are examined for defects and the inspector verifies that the inflatable liferafts and hydraulic releases, if installed, have been serviced at an approved facility in accordance with the provisions of subparts 160.051 and 160.062, respectively, of this chapter. (g) All other items of lifesaving equipment are examined to determine that they are in suitable condition. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.36.31 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.247 Fire fighting equipment. | USCG | [USCG-2012-0196, 81 FR 48295, July 22, 2016] | (a) At each inspection for certification and periodic inspection and at such other times as considered necessary, all fire extinguishing equipment must be inspected to ensure it is in suitable condition. Tests may be necessary to determine the condition of the equipment. The inspector must verify that the following tests and inspections have been conducted by a qualified servicing facility at least once every 12 months: (1) Portable fire extinguishers and semi-portable fire extinguishing systems must be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10 (incorporated by reference, see § 169.115) as amended here: (i) Certification or licensing as fire extinguisher servicing agency by a state or local authority having jurisdiction will be accepted by the Coast Guard as meeting the personnel certification requirements of NFPA 10 for annual maintenance and recharging of extinguishers. (ii) Monthly inspections required by NFPA 10 may be conducted by the owner, operator, person-in-charge, or a designated member of the crew. (iii) Non-rechargeable or non-refillable extinguishers must be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10; however, the annual maintenance need not be conducted by a certified person and can be conducted by the owner, operator, person-in-charge, or a designated member of the crew. (iv) The owner or managing operator must provide satisfactory evidence of the required servicing to the marine inspector. If any of the equipment or records have not been properly maintained, a qualified servicing facility must perform the required inspections, maintenance procedures, and hydrostatic pressure tests. A tag issued by a qualified servicing organization, and attached to each extinguisher, may be accepted as evidence that the necessary maintenance procedures have been conducted. (2) All parts of the fixed fire extinguishing systems must be examined for excessive corrosion and general condition. Table 169.247(a)(1) of this section provides detailed inspection and test requirements of fixed system… | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.36.32 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.249 Pressure vessels. | USCG | Pressure vessels must meet the requirements of part 54 of this chapter. The inspection procedures for pressure vessels are contained in subpart 61.10 of this chapter. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.36.33 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.251 Steering apparatus. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6508, Feb. 9, 2000] | At each inspection for certification and periodic inspection the steering apparatus is inspected and operationally tested to determine that its condition is satisfactory and that it is fit for the service intended. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.36.34 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.253 Miscellaneous systems and equipment. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6508, Feb. 9, 2000] | (a) At each inspection for certification and periodic inspection all items in the ship's outfit, such as ground tackle, navigation lights, compass, etc., which are required to be carried by the regulations in this subchapter are examined and tested as necessary to determine that they are fit the service intended. (b) Approved work vests, where carried, are inspected as provided in § 169.556. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.36.35 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.255 Sanitary inspection. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6508, Feb. 9, 2000] | At each inspection for certification, periodic inspection, and annual inspection quarters, toilet and washing spaces, galleys, serving pantries, lockers, etc., are examined to determine that they are serviceable and in a sanitary condition. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.36.36 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.257 Unsafe practices. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-1999-4976, 65 FR 6508, Feb. 9, 2000] | (a) At each inspection for certification, periodic inspection, annual inspection, and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices and hazardous situations must be corrected. (b) At each inspection for certification, periodic inspection, annual inspection, and at every other vessel inspection the bilges and other spaces are examined to see that there is no accumulation of oil or other matter which might create a fire hazard. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.2.36.37 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.200 | Subpart 169.200—Inspection and Certification | § 169.259 Limitations of inspections. | USCG | The OCMI may require that a vessel and its equipment meet any test or inspection deemed necessary to determine that they are suitable for the service in which they are to be employed. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.3.37.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.300 | Subpart 169.300—Construction and Arrangement | § 169.305 Plans required. | USCG | (a) Except as provided in paragraphs (b) and (c) of this section the owner or builder shall, before the start of construction or before the initial inspection of the vessel, submit to the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection of the inspection zone where the vessel is to be inspected, at least one copy of each of the following plans: (1) Midship section. (2) Outboard profile. (3) Inboard profile. (4) Arrangement of decks. (5) Lifesaving equipment installation and arrangement. (6) Machinery installation. (7) Electrical installation. (8) Fire control plan. (9) Fuel tanks. (10) Piping systems. (11) Hull penetrations and shell connections. (12) Lines and offsets, curves of form, and capacities of the tanks including size and location on vessel. (13) Masts, including integration into the ship's structure. (14) Rigging plan showing sail areas and centers of effort as well as the arrangement, dimensions, and connections of the standing rigging. (b) For vessels less than 65 feet in length, the owner may submit specifications, sketches, photographs, line drawings or written descriptions in lieu of any of the required drawings provided the required information is adequately detailed and acceptable to the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. (c) The Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, may waive submission of some or all of the structural plans called for by paragraph (a) of this section for an existing vessel with a history of at least 5 years of safe operation, or if the design and construction of the vessel are essentially similar to a vessel which has a proven record of safe operation in similar service upon similar waters. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.3.37.2 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.300 | Subpart 169.300—Construction and Arrangement | § 169.307 Plans for sister vessels. | USCG | Plans are not required for any vessel which is a sister ship to a vessel, provided that— (a) The approved plans for the original vessels are already on file at any Marine Inspection Office; (b) The owner of the plans authorizes their use for the new construction; (c) The regulations have not changed since the original plan approval; and (d) There are no major modifications to any of the systems used. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.3.38.3 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.300 | Subpart 169.300—Construction and Arrangement | § 169.309 Structural standards. | USCG | (a) Compliance with the standards established by a recognized classification society will, in general, be considered satisfactory evidence of the structural adequacy of a vessel. (b) Masts, posts and other supporting structures are to have adequate strength to withstand the highest loadings imposed by the sail systems during all normal and emergency conditions. Particular attention must be given to the integration of the masts and rigging into the hull structure. The hull structure must be adequately reinforced and stiffened locally to ensure sufficient strength and resistance to plate buckling. (c) The design, materials, and construction of masts, yards, booms, bowsprits, and standing rigging must be suitable for the intended service. Detailed calculations with respect to the strength of the sail system may be required. Approval by a recognized classification society may be considered satisfactory evidence of the adequacy of the sail system. (d) When scantlings differ from established standards and it can be demonstrated that a craft approximating the same size, power and displacement has been built to the proposed scantlings and has been in satisfactory service, insofar as structural adequacy is concerned, for a period of a least 5 years, the proposed scantling may be approved. A detailed structural analysis may be required. (e) Special consideration will be given to the structural requirements of vessels not contemplated by the standards of a recognized classification society and to the use of materials not specially included in these standards. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.3.38.4 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.300 | Subpart 169.300—Construction and Arrangement | § 169.311 Fire protection. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 897, Jan. 9, 1986; 51 FR 3785, Jan. 30, 1986] | (a) The general construction of the vessel must be designed to minimize fire hazards. Each vessel which carries more than 100 persons or has overnight accommodations for more than 49 persons must meet the requirements of subpart 72.05 of this chapter. Each vessel which is certificated to carry 100 persons or less or had overnight accommodations for less than 50 persons must meet the requirements of § 169.323. (b) A fire detector, listed by a recognized testing laboratory, must be installed in each unmanned engine space. (c) Smoke detectors, listed by a recognized testing laboratory, must be installed in each berthing compartment, sail locker, and public area. (d) Internal combustion engine exhausts, boiler and galley uptakes, and similar sources of ignition must be kept clear of and suitably insulated from any woodwork or other combustible matter. (e) Lamp, paint, oil lockers and similar compartments must be constructed of metal or wholly lined with metal. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.3.38.5 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.300 | Subpart 169.300—Construction and Arrangement | § 169.313 Means of escape. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-2014-0688, 79 FR 58287, Sept. 29, 2014] | (a) Except as provided by paragraph (f) of this section, there must be at least two means of escape from all areas generally accessible to persons onboard. At least one means of escape must be independent of watertight doors and lead directly to the open deck. Windows and windshields of sufficient size and proper accessibility may be used as one avenue of escape. (b) The two means of escape must be as widely separated as practical to minimize the possibility of one incident blocking both escapes. (c) Except as provided by paragraph (d) of this section, a vertical ladder and deck scuttle may not be designated as one of the means of escape. (d) A vertical ladder and deck scuttle may be used as a second means of escape if— (1) The primary means of escape is an enclosed stairtower or stairway; (2) The installation of two stairways is impracticable; (3) The scuttle is located where it cannot be interfered with; and (4) The scuttle is fitted with a quick-acting release and a hold-back to hold the scuttle in an open position. (e) The required means of escape must not have locking devices. (f) Where the length of the compartment is less than 12 feet, one vertical means of escape is acceptable provided that— (1) There is no source of fire in the space, such as a galley stove, heater, etc., and the vertical escape is remote from the engine or fuel tank space, and (2) The arrangement is such that the installation of two means of escape does not materially improve the safety of the vessel or those on board. (g) Dead end corridors or the equivalent, more than 40 feet in length are prohibited. (h) Each means of escape must be of adequate size to accommodate rapid evacuation. (i) Each vertical ladder must have rungs that are: (1) At least 16 inches in length; (2) Not more than 12 inches apart, uniform for the length of the ladder; (3) At least 3 inches from the nearest permanent object in back of the ladder; and (4) Except when unavoidable obstructions are encountered, there must be at least 4 1/2 inches cle… | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.3.38.6 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.300 | Subpart 169.300—Construction and Arrangement | § 169.315 Ventilation (other than machinery spaces). | USCG | (a) All enclosed spaces within the vessel must be properly ventilated in a manner suitable for the purpose of the space. (b) A means must be provided to close off all vents and ventilators. (c) Living spaces must be ventilated by a mechanical system unless it can be shown that a natural system will provide adequate ventilation in all ordinary weather conditions. Provided that paragraph (a) of this section is satisfied, a vessel having only a natural ventilation system must satisfy the following: V/A≥1.4 where V is the total area of the vents in square inches and A is the product in square feet of the vessel's design waterline length times its maximum beam. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.3.39.7 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.300 | Subpart 169.300—Construction and Arrangement | § 169.317 Accommodations. | USCG | (a) Quarters must have sufficient fresh air, light and heat. Quarters must not be located forward of the collision bulkhead or farther forward in the vessel than a vertical plane located at 5 percent of the vessel's loadline length abaft the forward side of the stem. The space must not be located totally below the deepest load waterline. (b) Bulkheads separating accommodations from machinery spaces, paint lockers, storerooms, washrooms, and toilet facilities are to be odorproof. (c) All quarters are to be properly drained, odorproof and protected from heat and noise. (d) Each person on board must have a separate berth which is of sufficient size and generally clear of all pipes, ventilation ducts and other installations. (e) Each bunk must be constructed of wood, fiberglass or metal. If fitted with a mattress, the mattress must be covered with material which has been treated to give it fire resistant properties and which will provide the mattress with a reasonably smooth surface. There must be a minimum vertical distance between bunks of 24 inches. (f) A means of access must be provided for each berthing arrangement where the upper berth is more than 60 inches above the deck. (g) The construction and arrangement must allow free and unobstructed access to each berth. Each berth must be immediately adjacent to an aisle leading to a means of escape from the living area. (h) A properly arranged hammock may be used as a berth. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.3.39.8 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.300 | Subpart 169.300—Construction and Arrangement | § 169.319 Washrooms and toilets. | USCG | (a) Sailing school vessels must have one toilet and one washbasin for every 20 persons. Each toilet and washbasin must have adequate plumbing. (b) Each washroom and toilet room must properly drain and the scupper to the washroom must be of sufficient size and situated in the lowest part of the space. (c) Each sailing school vessel must meet the applicable requirements of Title 33, Code of Federal Regulations, part 159. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.3.39.9 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.300 | Subpart 169.300—Construction and Arrangement | § 169.323 Furniture and furnishings. | USCG | Each sailing school vessel certificated to carry 100 persons or less or having overnight accommodations for less than 50 persons must meet the following requirements: (a) Except as provided by paragraph (b) of this section, all free-standing furniture must be constructed of noncombustible material. Upholstery and padding used in furniture must be of fire resistant materials. (b) Existing solid wooden furniture may be retained on existing vessels. (c) Draperies must be fabricated of fire resistant fabrics. (d) Rugs and carpets must be of wool or other material having equivalent fire resistant qualities. (e) Trash receptacles must be constructed of non-combustible materials with solid sides and bottoms and have solid noncombustible covers. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.3.40.10 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.300 | Subpart 169.300—Construction and Arrangement | § 169.327 Deck rails. | USCG | (a) All rails or lifelines must be at least 30 inches high and permanently supported by stanchions at intervals of not more than 7 feet. Stanchions must be through bolted or welded to the deck. (b) Rails or lifelines must consist of evenly spaced courses. The spacing between courses must not be greater than 12 inches. The opening below the lowest course must not be more than 9 inches. Lower rail courses are not required where all or part of the space below the upper rail is fitted with a bulwark, chain link fencing, wire mesh, or an equivalent. (c) Small vessels of the open type and vessels of unusual construction must have rails or equivalent protection as considered necessary by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.3.40.11 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.300 | Subpart 169.300—Construction and Arrangement | § 169.329 Storm rails. | USCG | Suitable storm rails or hand grabs must be installed where necessary in all passageways, at deckhouse sides, and at ladders and hatches where persons might have normal access. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.3.40.12 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.300 | Subpart 169.300—Construction and Arrangement | § 169.331 Guards in hazardous locations. | USCG | Each exposed hazard, such as gears or machinery, must be properly protected with covers, guards, or rails. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.4.41.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.400 | Subpart 169.400—Watertight Integrity, Subdivision, and Stability | § 169.401 Applicability. | USCG | Each vessel must meet the applicable requirements in Subchapter S, parts 170-174, of this chapter. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.41.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.505 Equipment installed but not required. | USCG | Each item of lifesaving equipment installed on board a vessel must be of an approved type. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.41.2 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.507 Responsibility of master. | USCG | The master or operator shall ensure that the lifeboats, liferafts, davits, falls, personal flotation devices, and other lifesaving appliances are at all times ready for use, and that all equipment required by the regulations in this subchapter is provided, maintained, serviced, and replaced as indicated. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.41.3 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.509 Approval for repairs and alterations. | USCG | No extensive repairs or alterations, except in an emergency, may be made to any item of lifesaving equipment without advance notice to the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Repairs and alterations must be made to the original standard of construction and tested in the manner specified in this subpart and applicable requirements in Subchapter Q of this chapter. Emergency repairs or alterations must be reported as soon as practicable to the nearest Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.42.4 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.513 Types of primary equipment. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-2001-11118, 67 FR 58541, Sept. 17, 2002] | (a) Lifeboats. Each lifeboat must be of a type approved under subpart 160.035 of this chapter. Installation and arrangement of each lifeboat including davits and winches must meet the requirements of part 94 of this chapter. (b) Inflatable liferafts. (1) Each inflatable liferaft must be a SOLAS A inflatable liferaft approved under part 160, subpart 160.151, of this chapter, except that inflatable liferafts on vessels operating on protected or partially protected waters may be SOLAS B inflatable liferafts approved under part 160, subpart 160.151, of this chapter. (2) Each approved inflatable liferaft on the vessel on September 30, 2002, may be used to meet the requirements of this part as long as it is continued in use on the vessel, and is in good and serviceable condition. (c) Life floats. Each lifefloat must be of a type approved under subpart 160.027 of this subchapter. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.42.5 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.515 Number required. | USCG | (a) Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, each vessel must have sufficient lifeboats or inflatable liferafts to accommodate all persons on board . (b) Each vessel certificated for exposed waters must have additional inflatable liferafts to accommodate 25% of the persons on board or the number of persons accommodated in the largest lifeboat or liferaft, whichever is greater. (c) Vessels certificated for protected waters only may carry lifefloats of a combined capacity to accommodate all persons on board in lieu of the lifeboats and inflatable liferafts required in paragraph (a) of this section. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.42.6 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.517 Rescue boat. | USCG | All vessels certificated for exposed or partially protected waters service must have a suitable motor rescue boat, except when a motor lifeboat is provided or when, in the opinion of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, the vessel is of such design and operating characteristics that the vessel itself provides a satisfactory man overboard rescue platform. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.42.7 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.519 Availability. | USCG | (a) Each lifeboat, inflatable liferaft, and lifefloat must be kept in good working order and be readily available. (b) The decks on which lifeboats, liferafts, and lifefloats are carried must be kept clear of obstructions which could interfere with the immediate boarding and launching of the lifesaving appliances. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.42.8 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.521 Stowage. | USCG | (a) General. Each lifeboat, inflatable liferaft, and lifefloat must be stowed so that— (1) It is capable of being launched within 10 minutes or, in the case of vessels having one compartment subdivision, 30 minutes; (2) It does not impede the launching or handling of other lifesaving appliances; (3) It does not impede the marshaling of persons at the embarkation stations, or their embarkation; and (4) It is capable of being put in the water safely and rapidly even under unfavorable conditions of list and trim. (b) Lifeboat stowage. Each lifeboat must be stowed to meet the following requirements: (1) Each lifeboat must be attached to a separate set of davits. (2) Lifeboats must not be stowed in the bow of the vessel nor so far aft as to be endangered by the propellers or overhang of the stern. (3) Lifeboats must be stowed so that it is not necessary to lift them in order to swing out the davits. (4) Means must be provided for bringing the lifeboats against the ship's side and holding them there so that persons may safely embark, unless the lifeboats are arranged for boarding at the stowage position. (5) Lifeboats must be fitted with skates or other suitable means to facilitate launching against an adverse list of up to 15 degrees. However, skates may be dispensed with if, in the opinion of the Commandant, the arrangements ensure that the lifeboats can be satisfactorily launched without them. (6) Means must be provided outside the machinery space to prevent the discharge of water into the lifeboats while they are being lowered. (c) Inflatable liferaft stowage. Inflatable liferafts must be stowed so that they will float free in the event of the vessel sinking. Stowage and launching arrangements must be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. (d) Life float stowage. Each life float must be stowed to meet the requirements of this paragraph. (1) Each life float must be secured to the vessel by a painter and a float-free link that is— (i) Certified to meet subpart 160.073 … | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.43.10 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.527 Required equipment for lifeboats. | USCG | [USCG-2020-0107, 87 FR 68306, Nov. 14, 2022; 88 FR 51737, Aug. 4, 2023] | (a) All lifeboats must be equipped in accordance with table 1 to 46 CFR 199.175 except as provided in paragraphs (b) and (c) of this section. (b) The following equipment must be carried in addition to the equipment required under 46 CFR 199.175: (1) Cover; (2) Ditty bag; and (3) Mast and sail. (c) If operating on protected waters, lifeboat equipment need only to consist of the following: (1) Boathook—(1); (2) Bucket—(1); (3) Fire extinguisher—(2) U.S. Coast Guard-approved Type B:C (motor propelled lifeboats only); (4) Hatchet—(1); (5) Lifeline—(1); (6) Oar unit—(1); (7) Painter—(1); (8) Plug—(1); (9) Oarlock unit—(1); and (10) Toolkit (motor propelled lifeboats only). | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.43.11 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.529 Description of lifeboat equipment. | USCG | [USCG-2020-0107, 87 FR 68306, Nov. 14, 2022] | (a) All lifeboat equipment must meet the requirements under 46 CFR 199.175, except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section. (b) The following equipment, carried in addition to the equipment required under 46 CFR 199.175, must meet the following requirements: (1) Cover, protecting. The cover must be of highly visible color and capable of protecting the occupants against exposure. A cover is not required for fully enclosed lifeboats. (2) Ditty bag. The ditty bag must consist of a canvas bag or equivalent and must contain a sailmaker's palm, needles, sail twine, marline, and marlin spike, except that motor-propelled lifeboats need not carry a ditty bag. (3) Mast and sail. A unit, consisting of a standing lug sail together with the necessary spars and rigging, must be provided in accordance with table 1 to this section, except that motor-propelled lifeboats need not carry a mast or sails. The sails must be of good quality canvas, or other material acceptable to the Commandant, colored Indian Orange (Cable No. 70072, Standard Color Card of America; incorporated by reference, see § 169.115). Rigging must consist of galvanized wire rope not less than 3/16 -inch in diameter. The mast and sail must be protected by a suitable cover. Table 1 to § 169.529 1 Mast lengths measured from heel to center of upper halyard sheave. Mast diameters measured at thwart. Mast and yard shall be of clear-grained spruce, fir, or equivalent. 2 Subject to special consideration. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.43.12 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.535 Required equipment for lifefloats. | USCG | Each lifefloat must be equipped in accordance with Table 169.535. The equipment is described in § 169.537. Table 169.535 | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.43.13 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.537 Description of equipment for lifefloats. | USCG | (a) Boathook. Each boathook must be of the single hook ball point type. Boathook handles must be of clear grained white ash, or equivalent, not less than 6 feet long and 1 1/2 inches in diameter. (b) Lifeline and pendants. The lifeline and pendants must be as furnished by the manufacturer with approved life floats. Replacement lifelines and pendants must meet the requirements in subpart 160.010 of this chapter. (c) Paddles. Paddles must be not less than 5 feet long. (d) Painter. The painter must— (1) Be at least 30m (100 ft.) long, but not less than 3 times the distance between the deck on which the life float(s) are stowed and the light draft of the vessel, (2) Have a breaking strength of at least 6.7 KN (1500 lbs.), except that if the capacity of the life float is 50 persons or more, the breaking strength must be at least 13.4 KN (3000 lbs.), (3) Be of a dark color, if synthetic, or of a type certified to be resistant to deterioration from ultraviolet light, and (4) Be stowed in such a way it runs freely when the life float floats away from the sinking vessel. (e) Water light. The water light must be approved under subpart 161.010 of this chapter. The water light must be attached to the lifefloat by a 12-thread manila or equivalent synthetic lanyard 3 fathoms in length. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.43.9 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.525 General. | USCG | (a) Equipment for primary lifesaving apparatus must kept in good condition. (b) Lifeboats, inflatable liferafts and lifefloats must be fully equipped before the vessel is navigated and throughout the voyage. (c) No person may stow in any lifeboat, inflatable liferaft, or lifefloat any article not required by this subpart unless the article is authorized by the OCMI, in good working order, and properly stowed so as not to reduce the seating capacity, the space available to the occupants, or adversely affect the seaworthiness of the livesaving apparatus. (d) Loose equipment, except boathooks in lifeboats, must be securely attached to the lifesaving appliance to which it belongs. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.44.14 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.539 Type required. | USCG | [USCG-2022-0120, 89 FR 97401, Dec. 6, 2024] | All personal flotation devices (PFDs) must be: (a) Approved under subpart 160.002, 160.005, 160.055, or 160.255 of subchapter Q (specification) of this chapter; (b) Approved specifically for sailing school vessel use under subpart 160.064, 160.077, or 160.264 of Subchapter Q of this chapter; or (c) Approved under subparts 160.047, 160.052, or 160.060 of part 160 of this chapter or approved under subpart 160.064 or 160.264 of part 160 of this chapter if the vessel carries exposure suits or exposure PFDs, in accordance with § 169.551. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.44.15 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.541 Number required. | USCG | Each vessel must be provided with an approved adult personal flotation device of an appropriate size for each person carried. In addition, unless the service is such that children are never carried, there must be provided an approved personal flotation device of a suitable size for each child carried. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.44.16 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.543 Distribution and stowage. | USCG | (a) Personal flotation devices must be distributed through the upper part of the vessel in protected places convenient to the persons on board. (b) If practicable, personal flotation device containers must be designed to allow the PFDs to float free. (c) Personal flotation devices for children, when provided, must be stowed separately. (d) Lockers, boxes, and closets in which PFDs are stowed must not be capable of being locked. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.44.17 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.545 Markings. | USCG | (a) Each personal flotation device must be marked with the vessel's name. (b) Where PFDs are stowed so that they are not readily visible to persons onboard, the containers in which they are stowed must be marked “adult personal flotation devices” or “child personal flotation devices”, as appropriate, and with the number contained therein, in at least 1-inch letters and figures. (c) Each personal flotation device carried on vessels certificated for exposed or partially protected waters service must have a light approved under subpart 161.012 of this chapter. The light must be securely attached to the front shoulder area of the personal flotation device. (d) Each personal flotation device must have at least 200 sq. cm. (31 sq. in.) of retroreflective material attached on its front side and at least 200 sq. cm. on its back side. If the personal flotation device is reversible, retroreflective material must be applied as described above on both sides. (e) Retroreflective material required by this section must be Type I material that is approved under subpart 164.018 of this chapter. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.45.18 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.549 Ring lifebuoys and water lights. | USCG | (a)(1) The minimum number of life buoys and the minimum number to which water lights must be attached must be in accordance with the following table: Table 169.549( a )(1) (2) One lifebuoy on each side of a vessel must have an attached line at least 15 fathoms in length. (b) All lifebuoys must be placed where they are readily accessible. They must be capable of being readily cast loose. (c)(1) All ring lifebuoys must be approved under subpart 160.050 or 160.064 of this chapter and be international orange in color. (2) Each water light must be approved under subpart 161.010 of this chapter. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.45.19 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.551 Exposure suits. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by CGD 95-072, 60 FR 50468, Sept. 29, 1995] | (a) This section applies to each vessel operating in exposed or partially protected waters service except those— (1) Operating on routes between 32° N and 32° S in the Atlantic Ocean. (2) Operating on routes between 35° N and 35° S latitude in all other waters. (b) Each vessel to which this section applies must have for each person on board an exposure suit approved under subpart 160.171 or a Type V exposure PFD approved under subpart 160.053. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.45.20 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.553 Pyrotechnic distress signals. | USCG | (a) All pyrotechnic distress signals must be of an approved type. (b) Replacement must be made no later than the first inspection for certification or reinspection after the date of expiration. (c) Except as otherwise provided in this section, each vessel must carry the following pyrotechnic distress signals: (1) 6 hand red flare distress signals, and 6 hand orange smoke distress signals; or, (2) 12 hand held rocket propelled parachute red flare distress signals. (d) [Reserved] (e) All pyrotechnic distress signals must be carried near the helm or in a location considered suitable by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. (f) All pyrotechnic distress signals must be stowed in a portable watertight container. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.45.21 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.555 Emergency position indicating radio beacon (EPIRB). | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986; 51 FR 10632, Mar. 28, 1986] | (a) Each vessel certificated for exposed waters must have an approved Class A emergency position indicating radiobeacon (EPIRB), and each vessel certificated for partially protected waters must have an approved Class C emergency position indicating radiobeacon (EPIRB). The required EPIRB must be— (1) Operational; (2) Stowed where it is readily accessible for testing and use; and (3) Stowed in a manner so that it will float free if the vessel sinks. (b) Each vessel must have an additional Class B EPIRB for every twenty-five persons onboard, for use in the lifeboats and liferafts. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.45.22 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.556 Work vests. | USCG | (a) Buoyant work vests carried under the permissive authority of this section must be approved under subpart 160.053 of this chapter. (b) Approved buoyant work vests are items of safety apparel and may be carried aboard vessels to be worn by persons when working near or over the water under favorable working conditions. Work vests are not accepted in lieu of any of the required number of approved personal flotation devices and must not be worn during drills and emergencies. (c) The approved buoyant work vests must be stowed separately from personal flotation devices, and in locations where they will not be confused with personal flotation devices. (d) Each work vest is subject to examination by a marine inspector to determine its serviceability. If a work vest is found not to be in a serviceable condition, then it must be repaired or removed from the vessel. If a work vest is beyond repair, it must be destroyed in the presence of the marine inspector. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.46.23 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.559 Fire pumps. | USCG | (a) Each sailing school vessel must be equipped with fire pumps as required in Table 169.559(a). Table 169.559( a )—Fire Pumps 1 May be driven off a propulsion engine and may be used as a bilge pump. 2 Must be driven by a source of power independent of the propulsion engine and may be used as a bilge pump. 3 One pump may be driven off a propulsion unit and one pump may be used as a bilge pump. Pumps must be located in separate spaces. (b) Fire pump capacity must be in accordance with the following: (c) Each fire pump must be fitted with a pressure gage on the discharge side of the pump. (d) Each vessel must have a hand operated portable fire pump having a capacity of at least 1.1 m 3 /hr (5 gpm). This pump must be equipped with suction and discharge hose suitable for use in firefighting. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.46.24 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.561 Firemain. | USCG | (a) Each vessel required to be provided with a power-driven fire pump must also be provided with a fire main, hydrants, hoses and nozzles. (b) Fire hydrants must be of sufficient number and located so that any part of the vessel may be reached with an effective stream of water from a single length of hose. (c) All piping, valves, and fittings must be in accordance with good marine practice and suitable for the purpose intended. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.46.25 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.563 Firehose. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-2012-0196, 81 FR 48295, July 22, 2016] | (a) One length of firehose must be provided for each fire hydrant required. (b) Vessels less than 90 feet in length must have commercial firehose or equivalent of not over 1 1/2 inch diameter or garden hose of not less than 5/8 inch nominal inside diameter. If garden hose is used, it must be of a good commercial grade constructed of an inner rubber tube, plies of braided cotton reinforcement and an outer rubber cover, or of equivalent material, and must be fitted with a commercial garden hose nozzle of good grade bronze or equivalent metal. (c) Vessels of 90 feet or more must have lined commercial firehose that conforms to UL 19 or Federal Specification ZZ-H-451(incorporated by reference, see § 169.115). The firehose must be fitted with a combination nozzle approved under § 162.027 of this chapter. (d) Each length of firehose must be a single piece 50 feet long. (e) Firehose must be connected to the hydrants at all times, except that, on open decks where no protection is afforded to the hose, it may be temporarily removed from the hydrant in heavy weather and stowed in an accessible nearby location. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.46.26 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.564 Fixed extinguishing system, general. | USCG | [USCG-2006-24797, 77 FR 33890, June 7, 2012] | (a) A fixed carbon dioxide, Halon 1301, or clean agent extinguishing system must be installed to protect the following spaces: (1) Any vessel machinery or fuel tank space, except where the space is so open to the atmosphere as to make the use of a fixed system ineffective; (2) Any paint or oil room, or similar hazardous space; and (3) Any galley stove area on a vessel greater than 90 feet in length and certificated for exposed or partially protected water service. (b) Each fixed extinguishing system must be of an approved carbon dioxide, Halon 1301, halogenated, or clean agent type and installed to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.46.27 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.565 Fixed carbon dioxide system. | USCG | (a) The number of pounds of carbon dioxide required for each space protected must be equal to the gross volume of the space divided by the appropriate factor in Table 169.565(a). Table 169.565( a ) (b) A separate supply of carbon dioxide is not required for each space protected. The total available supply must be sufficient for the space requiring the greatest amount. (c) Controls. (1) Each control and valve for the operation of the system must be outside the spaces protected and accessible at all times. (2) Each branch line must be fitted with an approved shutoff valve. Each valve must be kept closed at all times except to operate the particular system. (3) The arrangements must be such that the entire charge to any space can be introduced into the space by the operation of one valve selecting the space, and one control for releasing the required amount of fire extinguishing agent. The release control must be of an approved type and located adjacent to the branch line shutoff valve. (4) Complete but simple instructions for the operation of the system must be located in a conspicuous place at or near the releasing control device. (5) Each control valve to branch lines must be labeled to indicate the space served. (d) Piping. (1) The pipe and fittings for the extinguishing systems must be in accordance with the system manufacturer's approved design manual. (2) Each pipe, valve, and fitting of ferrous materials must be galvanized. (3) Each dead-end line must extend at least 2 inches beyond the last orifice and must be closed with cap or plug. (4) Each pipe, valve, and fitting must be securely supported and, where necessary, protected against injury. (5) Drains and dirt traps must be fitted where necessary to prevent accumulation of dirt or moisture. Each drain and dirt trap must be located in accessible locations but not in accommodation spaces. (e) Discharge outlets. (1) The area of discharge outlets shall be as specified in the manufacturer's approved design manual. (2) The discharge of the re… | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.46.28 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.567 Portable fire extinguishers. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 897, Jan. 9, 1986; 51 FR 3785, Jan. 30, 1986, as amended by USCG-2014-0688, 79 FR 58287, Sept. 29, 2014; USCG-2012-0196, 81 FR 48295, July 22, 2016; USCG-2020-0519, 89 FR 76706, Sept. 18, 2024] | (a) The minimum number of portable fire extinguishers required on each vessel is determined by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, in accordance with table 1 to § 169.567(a) and other provisions of this subpart. Table 1 to § 169.567 (a) —Required Portable Fire Extinguishers (b) Table 1 to § 169.567(a) indicates the minimum required classification for each space listed. Extinguishers with larger numerical ratings or multiple letter designations may be used if the extinguishers meet the requirements of the table. (c) All portable fire extinguishers installed on vessels must be of an approved type. (d) Portable fire extinguishers must be stowed in a location convenient to the space protected. (e) Portable fire extinguishers must be installed and located to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. (f) Portable fire extinguishers which are required to be protected from freezing must not be located where freezing temperatures may be expected. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.46.29 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.568 Exemptions to the requirements of portable fire extinguishers required for vessels constructed before August 22, 2016. | USCG | [USCG-2020-0519, 89 FR 76707, Sept. 18, 2024] | Vessels contracted for before August 22, 2016, must meet the following requirements: (a) Previously installed portable and semi-portable fire extinguishers with extinguishing capacities smaller than what is required in this subpart need not be replaced and may be continued in service so long as they are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. (b) All new equipment and installations must meet the applicable requirements in this part for new vessels. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.46.30 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.569 Fire axes. | USCG | (a) Each vessel must carry at least the number of fire axes set forth in Table 169.569(a). The Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection may require additional fire axes necessary for the proper protection of the vessel. Table 169.569( a ) (b) Fire axes must be stowed so as to be readily available in the event of emergency. (c) If fire axes are not located in the open or behind glass, they must be placed in marked enclosures containing the fire hose. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.46.31 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.570 Lockout valves. | USCG | [USCG-2006-24797, 77 FR 33890, June 7, 2012] | (a) A lockout valve must be provided on any carbon dioxide extinguishing system protecting a space over 6,000 cubic feet in volume and installed or altered after [July 9, 2013. “Altered” means modified or refurbished beyond the maintenance required by the manufacturer's design, installation, operation and maintenance manual. (b) The lockout valve must be a manually operated valve located in the discharge manifold prior to the stop valve or selector valves. When in the closed position, the lockout valve must provide complete isolation of the system from the protected space or spaces, making it impossible for carbon dioxide to discharge in the event of equipment failure during maintenance. (c) The lockout valve design or locking mechanism must make it obvious whether the valve is open or closed. (d) A valve is considered a lockout valve if it has a hasp or other means of attachment to which, or through which, a lock can be affixed, or it has a locking mechanism built into it. (e) The master or person-in-charge must ensure that the valve is locked open at all times, except while maintenance is being performed on the extinguishing system, when the valve must be locked in the closed position. (f) Lockout valves added to existing systems must be approved by the Commandant as part of the installed system. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.5.46.32 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.500 | Subpart 169.500—Lifesaving and Firefighting Equipment | § 169.571 Odorizing units. | USCG | [USCG-2006-24797, 77 FR 33890, June 7, 2012] | Each carbon dioxide extinguishing system installed or altered after July 9, 2013, must have an approved odorizing unit to produce the scent of wintergreen, the detection of which will serve as an indication that carbon dioxide gas is present in a protected area and any other area into which the carbon dioxide may migrate. “Altered” means modified or refurbished beyond the maintenance required by the manufacturer's design, installation, operation and maintenance manual. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.6.47.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.600 | Subpart 169.600—Machinery and Electrical | § 169.601 General. | USCG | (a) The regulations in this subpart contain requirements for the design, construction and installation of machinery on sailing school vessels. (b) Machinery must be suitable in type and design for the purpose intended. Installations of an unusual type and those not addressed by this subpart are subject to the applicable regulations in Subchapter F (Marine Engineering) and Subchapter J (Electrical Engineering) of this chapter. (c) The use of liquefied inflammable gases, such as propane, methane, butane, etc., as fuel, except for cooking purposes, is prohibited. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.6.47.2 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.600 | Subpart 169.600—Machinery and Electrical | § 169.605 General. | USCG | (a) Generators, starting motors, and other spark producing devices must be mounted as high above the bilges as practicable. (b) Gages to indicate engine cooling water temperature, exhaust cooling water temperature and engine lubricating oil pressure must be provided and located in plain view. (c) All electrical components of the engine must be protected in accordance with § 183.410 of Title 33, Code of Federal Regulations to prevent ignition of flammable vapors. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.6.47.3 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.600 | Subpart 169.600—Machinery and Electrical | § 169.607 Keel cooler installations. | USCG | (a) Except as provided in this section, keel cooler installations must meet the requirements of § 56.50-96 of this chapter. (b) Approved metallic flexible connections may be located below the deepest load waterline if the system is a closed loop below the waterline and its vent is located above the waterline. (c) Fillet welds may be used in the attachment of channels and half round pipe sections to the bottom of the vessel. (d) Short lengths of approved nonmetallic flexible hose may be used at machinery connections fixed by hose clamps provided that— (1) The clamps are of a corrosion resistant material; (2) The clamps do not depend on spring tension for their holding power; and (3) Two clamps are used on each end of the hose or one hose clamp is used and the pipe ends are expanded or beaded to provide a positive stop against hose slippage. | ||||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.6.47.4 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.600 | Subpart 169.600—Machinery and Electrical | § 169.608 Non-integral keel cooler installations. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-2000-7790, 65 FR 58464, Sept. 29, 2000] | (a) Hull penetrations for non-integral keel cooler installations must be made through a cofferdam or at a sea chest. (b) Non-integral keel coolers must be suitably protected against damage from debris and grounding by recessing the unit into the hull or by the placement of protective guards. (c) Each non-integral keel cooler hull penetration must be equipped with a shutoff valve. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.6.47.5 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.600 | Subpart 169.600—Machinery and Electrical | § 169.609 Exhaust systems. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by USCG-2014-0688, 79 FR 58287, Sept. 29, 2014] | Engine exhaust installations and associated cooling systems must be built in accordance with the requirements of American Boat and Yacht Council, Inc. Standard P-1, “Safe Installation of Exhaust Systems for Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery” and the following additional requirements: (a) All exhaust installations with pressures in excess of 15 pounds per square inch gage or employing runs passing through living or working spaces must meet the material specifications of part 56 of Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations. (b) Horizontal dry exhaust pipes are permitted if they do not pass through living or berthing spaces, terminate above the deepest load waterline, are arranged to prevent entry of cold water from rough seas, and are constructed of corrosion resistant material at the hull penetration. (c) When the exhaust cooling system is separate from the engine cooling system, a suitable warning device must be provided to indicate a failure of water flow in the exhaust cooling system. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.6.47.6 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.600 | Subpart 169.600—Machinery and Electrical | § 169.611 Carburetors. | USCG | [CGD 83-005, 51 FR 896, Jan. 9, 1986, as amended by CGD 88-032, 56 FR 35827, July 29, 1991] | (a) This section applies to all vessels having gasoline engines. (b) Each carburetor other than a down-draft type, must be equipped with integral or externally fitted drip collectors of adequate capacity and arranged so as to permit ready removal of fuel leakage. Externally fitted drip collectors must be covered with flame screens. (c) All gasoline engines must be equipped with an acceptable means of backfire flame control. Installations of backfire flame arresters bearing basic Approval Nos. 162.015 or 162.041 or engine air and fuel induction systems bearing basic Approval Nos. 162.015 or 165.042 may be continued in use as long as they are serviceable and in good condition. New installations or replacements must meet the applicable requirements of part 58, subpart 58.10 (Internal Combustion Engine Installations) of this chapter. | |||
| 46:46:7.0.1.1.4.6.48.7 | 46 | Shipping | I | R | 169 | PART 169—SAILING SCHOOL VESSELS | 169.600 | Subpart 169.600—Machinery and Electrical | § 169.613 Gasoline fuel systems. | USCG | (a) Except as provided in paragraph (b) each gasoline fuel system must meet the requirements of § 56.50-70 of this chapter (b) Each vessel of 65 feet and under must meet the requirements of §§ 182.15-25, 182.15-30, 182.15-35 and 182.15-40 of this chapter. |
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