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| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.1.1.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.01 | Subpart 72.01—Hull Structure | § 72.01-1 Application. | USCG | [CGD 95-028, 62 FR 51204, Sept. 30, 1997] | The provisions of this subpart, with the exception of § 72.01-90, shall apply to all vessels contracted for on or after November 19, 1952. Vessels contracted for prior to November 19, 1952, shall meet the requirements of § 72.01-90. | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.1.1.2 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.01 | Subpart 72.01—Hull Structure | § 72.01-2 Incorporation by reference. | USCG | [USCG-2012-0196, 81 FR 48252, July 22, 2016] | (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. All approved material is available for inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering Standards (CG-ENG-4), 2703 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE., Stop 7509, Washington, DC 20593-7509, and is available from the sources listed below. It is also available for inspection at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html . (b) International Maritime Organization (IMO) Publishing, 4 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SR, United Kingdom, +44 (0)20 7735 7611, http://www.imo.org . (1) International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), as amended, Consolidated Edition, 2009, including Erratum, IBR approved for § 72.05-1(c). (2) [Reserved] | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.1.1.3 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.01 | Subpart 72.01—Hull Structure | § 72.01-5 Vessels subject to load line. | USCG | (a) For vessels assigned a load line, see subchapter E (Load Lines) of this chapter, for special requirements as to strength, closure of openings, etc. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.1.1.4 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.01 | Subpart 72.01—Hull Structure | § 72.01-10 Vessels using fuel having a flashpoint of 110 degrees F. or lower. | USCG | (a) Where liquid fuel having a flashpoint of 110 degrees F. or lower is carried for main or auxiliary machinery or for starting purposes, such machinery and fuel tanks shall be in separate vapor tight compartments separating each from the other and from the remainder of the vessel. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.1.1.5 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.01 | Subpart 72.01—Hull Structure | § 72.01-15 Structural standards. | USCG | (a) In general, compliance with the standards established by the American Bureau of Shipping, see subpart 70.35 of this subchapter, will be considered satisfactory evidence of the structural efficiency of the vessel. However, in special cases, a detailed analysis of the entire structure or some integral part may be made by the Coast Guard to determine the structural requirements. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.1.1.6 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.01 | Subpart 72.01—Hull Structure | § 72.01-20 Special consideration. | USCG | (a) Special consideration will be given to the structural requirements for vessels, such as small vessels or vessels of unusual design not contemplated by the standards established by the American Bureau of Shipping, see subpart 70.35 of this subchapter. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.1.1.7 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.01 | Subpart 72.01—Hull Structure | § 72.01-25 Additional structural requirements. | USCG | [CGFR 65-50, 30 FR 16903, Dec. 30, 1965, as amended by CGD 79-023, 48 FR 51007, Nov. 4, 1983] | (a) Vessels required by part 171 of this chapter to have subdivision bulkheads, double bottoms, etc. must comply with the following structural requirements: (1) Each watertight subdivision bulkhead, whether transverse or longitudinal, shall be constructed in such a manner that it shall be capable of supporting, with a proper margin of resistance, the pressure due to the maximum head of water which it might have to sustain in the event of damage to the vessel, but at least the pressure due to a head of water up to the margin line. The construction of the bulkheads shall be to the satisfaction of the Commandant. (2) Steps and recesses in subdivision bulkheads shall be watertight and as strong as the bulkhead at the place where each occurs. Decks, trunks, tunnels, duct keels, ventilators, etc., that are made watertight to maintain the subdivision requirements for a vessel shall be of the same strength as the bulkhead at the corresponding levels. The means used for making them watertight and the arrangements adopted for closing openings in them shall be to the satisfaction of the Commandant. Watertight ventilators and trunks shall be carried at least up to the bulkhead deck. (3) Where frames or beams pass through a watertight bulkhead or deck, such bulkhead or deck shall be made structurally watertight without the use of wood, cement, or similar materials. (4) Subdivision bulkheads, including steps, recesses, trunks, tunnels, ventilators, etc., which might form part of such bulkheads, shall be thoroughly examined and hose tested upon completion of construction. The water pressure for such tests shall be at least 30 p.s.i. Testing of main compartments by filling them with water is not compulsory. (5) The forepeak, double bottoms (including duct keels), and inner skins shall be tested with water to-a-head corresponding to the requirements of paragraph (a)(1) of this section upon completion of construction. (6) The watertight space enclosing the stern tube shall be tested by filling with water to-a-head up to the … | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.1.1.8 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.01 | Subpart 72.01—Hull Structure | § 72.01-90 Vessels contracted for prior to November 19, 1952. | USCG | [CGFR 65-50, 30 FR 16903, Dec. 30, 1965, as amended by CGFR 66-33, 31 FR 15281, Dec. 6, 1966] | (a) Existing structure previously approved will be considered satisfactory so long as it is maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Minor repairs and alterations may be made to the same standard as the original construction. (b) [Reserved] | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.10.1.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.40 | Subpart 72.40—Rails and Guards | § 72.40-1 Application. | USCG | [CGFR 65-50, 30 FR 16903, Dec. 30, 1965, as amended by CGFR 69-72, 34 FR 17483, Oct. 29, 1969] | (a) The provisions of this subpart, with the exception of § 72.40-90, shall apply to all vessels contracted for on or after July 1, 1969. Vessels contracted for prior to July 1, 1969, shall meet the requirements of § 72.40-90. (b) [Reserved] | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.10.1.2 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.40 | Subpart 72.40—Rails and Guards | § 72.40-5 Where rails required. | USCG | [CGFR 69-72, 34 FR 17483, Oct. 29, 1969] | (a) All passenger vessels shall have efficient guard rails or bulwarks on decks and bridges as follows: The height of rails or bulwarks shall be at least 39 1/2 inches from the deck. At the peripheries of the freeboard and superstructure decks and at the peripheries of all decks accessible to passengers, rails shall be in at least three courses including the top. The opening below the lowest course shall not be more than 9 inches. The courses shall not be more than 15 inches apart. In the case of ships with rounded gunwales the guard rail supports shall be placed on the flat of the deck. On other decks and bridges the rails shall be in at least two courses, including the top, approximately evenly spaced. (b) Where the height of the rails interferes with the business of the vessel, as in the case of a sport fishing vessel, other arrangements may be specifically approved by the Commandant. However, in general, the effective rail or bulwark height above the deck on which the passengers stand shall be at least 30 inches. (c) On the passenger decks of ferryboats, excursion vessels, and vessels of a similar type, the space below the top of the rail shall be fitted with suitable wire mesh or the equivalent. Depending upon the type of construction, the lower rail courses may not be required. (d) Where it can be shown to the satisfaction of the Commandant that a vessel is engaged exclusively in voyages of a sheltered nature, the provisions of paragraph (a) of this section may be relaxed. | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.10.1.3 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.40 | Subpart 72.40—Rails and Guards | § 72.40-10 Storm rails. | USCG | (a) Suitable storm rails shall be installed in all passageways and at the deckhouse sides where passengers or crew might have normal access. Storm rails shall be installed on both sides of passageways which are 6 feet or more in width. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.10.1.4 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.40 | Subpart 72.40—Rails and Guards | § 72.40-15 Vehicular ferries. | USCG | (a) On vehicular ferries, suitable chains, cables, or other barriers shall be installed at the ends of the vehicle runways. In addition, suitable gates, rails, or other devices shall be installed as a continuation of the regularly required rails. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.10.1.5 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.40 | Subpart 72.40—Rails and Guards | § 72.40-20 Guards in dangerous places. | USCG | (a) Suitable covers, guards, or rails shall be installed in way of all exposed and dangerous places such as gears, machinery, etc. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.10.1.6 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.40 | Subpart 72.40—Rails and Guards | § 72.40-90 Vessels contracted for prior to July 1, 1969. | USCG | [CGFR 69-72, 34 FR 17483, Oct. 29, 1969] | (a) Passenger vessels contracted for prior to July 1, 1969, assigned a deeper load line under part 42 of subchapter E (Load Lines) of this chapter shall have efficient guard rails or bulwarks as required by § 72.40-5. Otherwise, existing structure, arrangements, materials, and facilities previously approved will be considered satisfactory so long as they are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Minor repairs and alterations may be made to the same standards as the original construction provided that in no case will greater departure from the standards of §§ 72.40-5 through 72.40-20 be permitted than presently exists. (b) [Reserved] | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.2.1.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.03 | Subpart 72.03—General Fire Protection | § 72.03-1 Application. | USCG | (a) The provisions of this subpart shall apply to all vessels. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.2.1.2 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.03 | Subpart 72.03—General Fire Protection | § 72.03-5 Fire hazards to be minimized. | USCG | (a) The general construction of the vessel shall be such as to minimize fire hazards insofar as is reasonable and practicable. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.2.1.3 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.03 | Subpart 72.03—General Fire Protection | § 72.03-10 Woodwork insulated from heated surfaces. | USCG | (a) Internal combustion engine exhausts, boiler and galley uptakes and similar sources of ignition shall be kept clear of and suitably insulated from any woodwork or other combustible matter. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.2.1.4 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.03 | Subpart 72.03—General Fire Protection | § 72.03-15 Lamp room construction. | USCG | (a) Lamp, paint, and oil lockers and similar compartments shall be constructed of steel or shall be wholly lined with metal. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.3.1.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.04 | Subpart 72.04—Navigation Bridge Visibility | § 72.04-1 Navigation bridge visibility. | USCG | [CGD 85-099, 55 FR 32247, Aug. 8, 1990] | Each passenger vessel which is 100 meters (328 feet) or more in length and contracted for on or after September 7, 1990, must meet the following requirements: (a) The field of vision from the navigation bridge, whether the vessel is in a laden or unladen condition, must be such that: (1) From the conning position, the view of the sea surface is not obscured forward of the bow by more than the lesser of two ship lengths or 500 meters (1640 feet) from dead ahead to 10 degrees on either side of the vessel. Within this arc of visibility any blind sector caused by cargo, cargo gear, or other permanent obstruction must not exceed 5 degrees. (2) From the conning position, the horizontal field of vision extends over an arc from at least 22.5 degrees abaft the beam on one side of the vessel, through dead ahead, to at least 22.5 degrees abaft the beam on the other side of the vessel. Blind sectors forward of the beam caused by cargo, cargo gear, or other permanent obstruction must not exceed 10 degrees each, nor total more than 20 degrees, including any blind sector within the arc of visibility described in paragraph (a)(1) of this section. (3) From each bridge wing, the field of vision extends over an arc from at least 45 degrees on the opposite bow, through dead ahead, to at least dead astern. (4) From the main steering position, the field of vision extends over an arc from dead ahead to at least 60 degrees on either side of the vessel. (5) From each bridge wing, the respective side of the vessel is visible forward and aft. (b) Windows fitted on the navigation bridge must be arranged so that: (1) Framing between windows is kept to a minimum and is not installed immediately in front of any work station. (2) Front windows are inclined from the vertical plane, top out, at an angle of not less than 10 degrees and not more than 25 degrees. (3) The height of the lower edge of the front windows is limited to prevent any obstruction of the forward view previously described in this section. (4) The height of the upper … | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.4.1.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.05 | Subpart 72.05—Structural Fire Protection | § 72.05-1 Application. | USCG | [USCG-2012-0196, 81 FR 48252, July 22, 2016] | (a) The provisions of this subpart apply to the following vessels: (1) All vessels of 100 gross tons or more. (2) All vessels with overnight accommodations for more than 150 passengers. (3) All vessels on an international voyage. (b) The provisions of this subpart, with the exception of § 72.05-90, apply to all vessels noted in paragraph (a) of this section contracted for on or after May 26, 1965. Such vessels contracted for prior to May 26, 1965, must meet the requirements of § 72.05-90. (c) Vessels meeting the structural fire protection requirements of SOLAS, Chapter II-2, Regulations 5, 6, 8, 9, and 11 (incorporated by reference, see § 72.01-2), when combined with the stair requirements in § 72.05-20 may be considered equivalent to the provisions of this subpart. (d) Vessels regulated under subchapter K of this chapter which carry more than 600 passengers or with overnight accommodations for more than 49 passengers must also meet the requirements for stairways, ladders and elevators in § 72.05-20 (see 46 CFR 116.438(a)). | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.4.1.10 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.05 | Subpart 72.05—Structural Fire Protection | § 72.05-45 Paint. | USCG | (a) An excessive number of coats of paint will be discouraged unless noncombustible paint is used. (b) Nitrocellulose or other highly flammable or noxious fume-producing paints or lacquers shall not be used. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.4.1.11 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.05 | Subpart 72.05—Structural Fire Protection | § 72.05-50 Ventilation. | USCG | (a) Where the term duct is used in this section, it shall include trunks, plenums, and any other type of ventilation piping, chambers, or duct work. (b) Where automatic fire dampers are required, they shall be designed to operate at approximately 165 degrees F. for normal locations, and approximately 212 degrees F. for locations such as galleys. The dampers shall be so designed as to close against the anticipated draft in the duct. The damper shall be made accessible for periodic inspection by means of a hinged or bolted plate in the duct. The damper and the portion of duct containing the damper shall be constructed of at least 1/8 inch steel plate suitably stiffened. No insulation need be applied to the damper blade. (c) Where ventilation ducts are required to meet bulkhead requirements, the space within the duct shall be considered to be the same as the space served by the ventilator, and the duct shall be insulated to meet the applicable requirements of tables 72.05-10(d) and 72.05-10(e). (d) All ventilation systems shall be designed, where practicable, so that all ducts leading to the various enclosures are kept within the main vertical zones. No duct may serve spaces in more than one main vertical zone. (e) Where of necessity, ducts pass through main vertical zone bulkheads, automatic fire dampers shall be fitted adjacent to the bulkhead. The duct between the bulkhead and the damper shall meet the applicable bulkhead requirements. The damper shall be fitted on at least one side of the bulkhead with a visible indicator showing whether the damper is in the open or closed position. The indicator may be connected to the manual operating device rather than the damper blade so that it might show as being open when it had automatically closed, but could never be open if the indicator showed it to be closed. The damper shall be capable of being manually closed from both sides of the bulkhead. The operating positions for the damper shall be marked as required by § 78.47-53 of this subchapter. (f) Vent ducts… | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.4.1.12 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.05 | Subpart 72.05—Structural Fire Protection | § 72.05-55 Furniture and furnishings. | USCG | (a) For the purpose of this subpart, rooms containing “fire resistant furnishings” will be considered to be those in which: (1) All case furniture such as desks, wardrobes, dressing tables, bureaus, dressers, etc., shall be constructed entirely of approved incombustible materials; except that a combustible veneer not exceeding 1/8 inch may be used on the top surface of such articles. (2) All free standing furniture such as chairs, sofas, tables, etc., shall be constructed with frames of approved incombustible materials. (3) All draperies shall be of approved fire resistant fabrics. (4) All rugs and carpets shall be of wool or other material having equivalent fire resistive qualities. (b) Waste paper baskets shall be constructed of approved incombustible materials with solid sides and bottoms. (c) Passageways and stairway enclosures shall contain only fire resistant furnishings. In addition, all upholstery and padding of chairs, sofas, etc., in these areas, shall be of approved fire resistant materials. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.4.1.13 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.05 | Subpart 72.05—Structural Fire Protection | § 72.05-90 Vessels contracted for prior to May 26, 1965. | USCG | [CGFR 67-87, 32 FR 19180, Dec. 20, 1967] | (a) Vessels of 100 gross tons and over, contracted for prior to May 26, 1965, on an international voyage; and vessels of 100 gross tons and over, contracted for on or after May 28, 1936, and prior to May 26, 1965, not on an international voyage; shall meet the following requirements: (1) Existing structure, arrangements, and materials previously approved will be considered satisfactory so long as they meet the minimum requirements of this paragraph and are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Minor repairs and alterations may be made to the same standards as the original construction. (2) The details shall be in general agreement with §§ 72.05-5 through 72.05-60. (b) Vessels of 100 gross tons and over, contracted for prior to May 28, 1936, not on an international voyage, shall meet the following requirements: (1) Existing structure, arrangements, and materials previously approved will be considered satisfactory so long as they meet the minimum requirements of this paragraph and are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Minor repairs and alterations may be made to the same standards as the original construction. (2) All vessels in ocean or coastwise service shall be fitted above the bulkhead deck with fire-resisting bulkheads and doors spaced not more than 131 feet apart which are capable of resisting the passage of flame for a period of at least 1 hour. (3) All vessels with berth or stateroom accommodations for 50 or more passengers shall be fitted with an approved automatic sprinkling system unless deemed unnecessary by the Commandant. This system shall be so installed as to protect all enclosed parts of the vessel accessible to passengers or crew while the vessel is being navigated, except cargo holds, machinery spaces, and when of fire-resisting construction, toilets, bathrooms, and spaces of similar construction. Where, in the case of a particular vessel, the Commandant does not consider the … | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.4.1.2 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.05 | Subpart 72.05—Structural Fire Protection | § 72.05-5 Definitions. | USCG | The parenthetical number after each space refers to the applicable column and row number in tables 72.05-10 (d) through (g). (a) Safety areas will be considered as including the following spaces: (1) Control stations, i.e., spaces containing the emergency source of power, and those spaces in which a continuous watch is maintained and in which navigating, radio, or fire-control equipment is located. (1) (2) Passenger and crew stairway and elevator enclosures. (2) (3) Passenger and crew communicating corridors. (3) (4) Open decks and enclosed promenades in way of lifeboat embarkation or lowering positions. (4) (See also paragraph (l) of this section.) (b) Accommodation spaces will be considered as including the following spaces: (1) Public spaces, such as halls, dining rooms, messrooms, lounges, cafes, and other similar spaces normally accessible during the voyage. (5) through (7) (Depending upon size and furnishings.) (2) Public sales rooms and similar spaces. (6) or (7) (Depending on size.) (3) Staterooms, including passenger and crew rooms, barber shops, beauty parlors, offices, dispensaries, etc. (5) or (6) (Depending on furnishings.) (4) Washrooms and toilet spaces, both public and private. (8) (5) Isolated lockers and small storerooms in accommodation areas. (6) (6) Isolated serving pantries, etc., in accommodation areas, with incombustible furnishings. (8) (7) Operating rooms. (8) (8) Small laundries containing only tubs and washing machines, with no facilities for drying other than small electric driers. (8) (9) Small cleaning gear lockers containing only slop sinks, and having no room for stowing materials other than a broom, mop, cleaning powder, soap, etc. (8) (10) Large cleaning gear lockers having considerable stowage space. (6) or (9) (c) Service spaces will be considered as including the following spaces: (1) Motion picture projection rooms and film stowage rooms. (6) or (9) (2) Galleys, main pantries, and storerooms, including alleyways and stairs, part of and for the exclus… | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.4.1.3 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.05 | Subpart 72.05—Structural Fire Protection | § 72.05-10 Type, location, and construction of fire control bulkheads and decks. | USCG | [CGFR 65-50, 30 FR 16903, Dec. 30, 1965, as amended by CGD 95-072, 60 FR 50463, Sept. 29, 1995; CGD 95-028, 62 FR 51204, Sept. 30, 1997] | (a) The hull, structural bulkheads, decks, and deckhouses shall be constructed of steel or other equivalent metal construction of appropriate scantlings. (b) The hull, superstructure, and deck houses shall be subdivided by suitable structural steel or other equivalent metal bulkheads into main vertical zones, the mean length of which shall not, in general, exceed 131 feet on any one deck. Where practicable, the main vertical zone bulkheads shall be kept in a single vertical plane. However, on vessels designed for special purposes, such as automobile or railroad car ferries, where the installation of such bulkheads would defeat the purpose for which the vessel is intended, equivalent means for controlling and limiting a fire may be substituted if specifically approved by the Commandant. (c) All bulkheads and decks shall be classed as A-60, A-30, A-15, A-0, B-15, B-0, or C, depending upon the type of space on each side of the bulkhead or above and below the deck. (1) Bulkheads or decks of the “A” Class shall be composed of steel or equivalent metal construction, suitably stiffened and made intact with the main structure of the vessel, such as shell, structural bulkheads, and decks. They shall be so constructed that, if subjected to the standard fire test, they would be capable of preventing the passage of smoke and flame for 1 hour. In addition, they shall be so insulated with approved structural insulation, bulkhead panels, or deck covering that the average temperatures on the unexposed side would not rise more than 250 °F. above the original temperature, nor would the temperature at any one point, including any joint, rise more than 325 °F. above the original temperature, within the time listed below: (2) Bulkheads of the “B” Class shall be constructed with approved incombustible materials and made intact from deck to deck (or to ceiling as provided in paragraph (h) of this section) and to shell or other boundaries. They shall be so constructed that, if subjected to the standard fire test, they would be capab… | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.4.1.4 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.05 | Subpart 72.05—Structural Fire Protection | § 72.05-15 Ceilings, linings, trim, and decorations in accommodation spaces and safety areas. | USCG | (a) Ceilings and linings and any furring incidental to their erection shall be of approved incombustible materials. Where such ceilings or linings are given credit for their insulating value in obtaining a bulkhead or deck classification they shall be of Class B-15 bulkhead panel material, and the construction shall be as required by § 72.05-10(j). (b) Bulkheads, linings, and ceilings may have a combustible veneer within a room not to exceed 2/28 of an inch in thickness. However, combustible veneers shall not be used in passageways or stairway enclosures, or in spaces specifically restricted by tables 72.05-10 (d) through (g). (c) The total volume of combustible face trim, moldings, and decorations, including veneers, in any compartment shall not exceed a volume equivalent to 1/10 inch veneer on the combined area of the walls of the compartment. Such trim, molding, or decorations shall not perform any structural function, and shall not be used in corridors or stairway enclosures. (d) Combustible veneers, trim, decorations, etc., shall not be used in or extend into hidden spaces such as behind linings or ceilings or in the matter of double bulkheads. (e) Nothing in this subpart shall be construed as prohibiting the covering of any surface with a reasonable number of coats of paint or with a Marine Finish meeting the requirements of subpart 164.012 of subchapter Q (Specifications) of this chapter. This includes corridors, stairway enclosures, and hidden spaces. (f) Partial bulkheads or decks used to subdivide a space for artistic treatment, privacy, etc., shall meet the requirements of Class C bulkheads. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.4.1.5 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.05 | Subpart 72.05—Structural Fire Protection | § 72.05-20 Stairways, ladders, and elevators. | USCG | (a)(1) Except as further noted the provisions of this section apply to all vessels. (2) For small vessels, special consideration for relief may be given where it is shown to be unreasonable or impracticable to meet the detailed requirements for stairway size, slope, dimensioning, and landing area. (3) Stairways, ladders, and elevators within main machinery spaces or cargo holds are not covered by the general provisions of this section, but shall meet the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section. (b) Stairways, ladders, and elevators within main machinery spaces and cargo holds shall meet the following requirements: (1) All stairways, ladders, and elevators shall be of steel. (2) [Reserved] (c) Deck penetrations shall meet the following requirements: (1) Where a continuous vertical deck penetration for a stairway or elevator exceeds one deck, the integrity of all decks involved shall be assured by enclosure bulkheads and decks meeting the applicable requirements of § 72.05-10 (d) through (g), and by doors at all levels meeting the requirements of § 72.05-25(b)(9). (2) Where only two decks are served by a stairway or elevator, the integrity of the deck involved may be assured as noted in the preceding paragraph. Alternately, the integrity may be maintained at one level only by means of bulkheads and by doors meeting the requirements of § 72.05-25(b)(9). If the latter method is used, it should be noted that the integrity of a deck is involved, and accordingly, the bulkhead classifications should be selected from tables 72.05-10(f) or 72.05-10(g), the spaces above or below being assumed to extend to the bulkheads and doors. (3) Stairways or elevators to a balcony within a space need not be enclosed, provided the stairway or elevator serves only the space and the balcony within the space. (d) For the purpose of this section, stairways are identified as follows: Type 1—Main Vertical Zone enclosed stair towers. Type 2—Enclosed stairways other than Type 1. Type 3—Interior stairway not enclosed. T… | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.4.1.6 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.05 | Subpart 72.05—Structural Fire Protection | § 72.05-25 Doors, other than watertight. | USCG | (a) The general requirement for doors, other than watertight doors, are as follows: (1) All doors shall be capable of operation from either side by 1 person. (2) In public spaces, stairway enclosures, corridors, etc., all doors shall open in the direction of escape where practicable. (3) If it is desired to use decorative doors in addition to those required, they shall be constructed of approved incombustible materials and shall not interfere with the normal operation of the required doors, and shall open in the same direction if the required doors are in a main avenue of escape. (4) For the purpose of this subpart, all glass permitted in doors shall be at least 1/4 -inch thick. However, greater thickness may be required for strength purposes in certain locations. Except for hardwood doors permitted by paragraph (b)(8) of this section, all glass shall be fitted in steel or equivalent metal frames and shall be retained by steel or equivalent metal glazing beads or angles. (5) Where wire-inserted glass is required, and the single wire type is employed, the strands shall run horizontally and shall be not more than 2 inches apart. (6) Where hose ports are fitted, they shall be cut in the lower corner of the door on the side opposite the hinge so that if the hose is passed through the doorway when the door is open, it may be closed over the hose. The cut for the hose port should be approximately 6 inches square. A hinged or pivoted steel or equivalent metal cover shall be fitted in the cut, equipped with a bullet catch or similar method of fastening which will permit easy and automatic operation of the hinged cover. (7) Combustible veneers may be used in doors where permitted for, and subject to the same conditions as, the bulkheads in which the doors are hung. (8) The locking of doors may be permitted, except as noted in § 72.10-20. (b) Doors in “A” Class bulkheads shall meet the following requirements: (1) Doors in bulkheads required to be Class A-60, A-30, or A-15 shall be of hollow steel or equivalent … | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.4.1.7 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.05 | Subpart 72.05—Structural Fire Protection | § 72.05-30 Windows and airports. | USCG | (a) For the purpose of this subpart, all glass in windows or airports shall be at least 1/4 inch thick. However, greater thickness may be required for strength purposes in certain locations. All glass shall be fitted in steel or equivalent metal frames and shall be retained by steel or equivalent metal glazing beads or angles. (b) Where wire-inserted glass is required, and the single wire type is employed, the strands shall run horizontally and shall be not more than 2 inches apart. (c) Windows in Class B-0 bulkheads shall be fitted with wire inserted glass. Such windows opening onto passageways may not extend below the normal height of the storm rails. (d) Windows in Class B-15 bulkheads shall be fitted with wire inserted glass. In addition, such windows shall be fitted with a suitable steel or equivalent metal shutter capable of being operated manually as well as automatically by means of a fusible link. (e) Windows in interior “A” Class bulkheads shall be fitted with suitable steel or equivalent metal shutter capable of being operated manually as well as automatically from the control station by the same system used for the fire doors as noted in § 72.05-25(b)(9)(ii). The metal shutter shall be insulated to meet the applicable bulkhead requirements. (f) Windows or air ports opening onto lifeboat embarkation or lowering spaces from service, cargo, or machinery spaces, or from control or accommodation spaces other than those containing only incombustible veneers and trim and fire resistant furnishings, shall be fitted with wire inserted glass. Other windows or air ports opening onto open decks or enclosed promenades need not have wire inserted glass. (g) Skylights to spaces containing auxiliary internal combustion machinery having an aggregate horsepower of 1,000 or more, and to boiler and main enginerooms, shall be capable of being closed from outside the space. If glass is fitted in such skylights, it shall be of the wire inserted type. The glass panels shall be fitted with permanently attached shutte… | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.4.1.8 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.05 | Subpart 72.05—Structural Fire Protection | § 72.05-35 Hatch covers and shifting boards. | USCG | (a) Wood hatch covers may be used between cargo spaces. Hatch covers in other locations shall meet the requirements for deck construction noted in tables 72.05-10 (f) and (g). (b) Tonnage openings in “A” Class bulkheads shall be closed by means of steel plates. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.4.1.9 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.05 | Subpart 72.05—Structural Fire Protection | § 72.05-40 Insulation, other than for structural fire protection. | USCG | (a) Any insulation installed for heat and comfort, refrigeration (including air conditioning), or for any other purpose, and all material incidental to its installation, shall be approved Incombustible Materials. This paragraph shall not apply to such insulation installed in cargo spaces, refrigerated storerooms, individual refrigerator boxes, nor to pipe and machinery coverings or laggings within the machinery spaces. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.5.1.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.10 | Subpart 72.10—Means of Escape | § 72.10-1 Application. | USCG | (a) The provisions of this subpart, with the exception of § 72.10-90, shall apply to all vessels contracted for on or after November 19, 1952. Vessels contracted for prior to November 19, 1952, shall meet the requirements of § 72.10-90. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.5.1.10 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.10 | Subpart 72.10—Means of Escape | § 72.10-45 Weather deck communications. | USCG | (a) Vertical communication shall be provided between the various weather decks by means of permanent inclined ladders. Where ladders are for the exclusive use of the crew for rapid communication, and do not form part of a normal escape route, vertical ladders may be employed. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.5.1.11 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.10 | Subpart 72.10—Means of Escape | § 72.10-90 Vessels contracted for prior to November 19, 1952. | USCG | (a) Existing arrangements previously approved will be considered satisfactory so long as they are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Minor repairs and alterations may be made to the same standards as the original design provided that in no case will a greater departure from the standards of §§ 72.10-5 through 72.10-45 be permitted than presently exists. Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed as exempting any vessel from having 2 suitable means of escape from all main compartments which are accessible to the passengers or where the crew are normally quartered or employed. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.5.1.2 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.10 | Subpart 72.10—Means of Escape | § 72.10-5 Two means required. | USCG | [CGFR 65-50, 30 FR 16903, Dec. 30, 1965, as amended by CGD 72-104R, 37 FR 14233, July 18, 1972] | (a) There shall be at least two means of escape from all general areas accessible to the passengers or where the crew may be quartered or normally employed. At least one of these two means of escape shall be independent of watertight doors. For stairway continuity and general requirements for stairways see § 72.05-20. (b) Elevators shall not be considered as one of the required means of escape. (c) Stairways serving only a space and a balcony to a space shall not be considered as one of the required means of escape. | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.5.1.3 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.10 | Subpart 72.10—Means of Escape | § 72.10-10 Location. | USCG | (a) The two means of escape shall be as remote as practicable so as to minimize the possibility of one incident blocking both escapes. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.5.1.4 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.10 | Subpart 72.10—Means of Escape | § 72.10-15 Vertical ladders not acceptable. | USCG | (a) Vertical ladders and deck scuttles shall not in general be considered satisfactory as one of the required means of escape. However, where it is demonstrated that the installation of a stairway would be impracticable, a vertical ladder may be used as the second means of escape. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.5.1.5 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.10 | Subpart 72.10—Means of Escape | § 72.10-20 No means for locking door. | USCG | (a) No means shall be provided for locking doors giving access to either of the 2 required means of escape, except that crash doors or locking devices, capable of being easily forced in an emergency, may be employed provided a permanent and conspicuous notice to this effect is attached to both sides of the door. This paragraph shall not apply to outside doors to deckhouses where such doors are locked by key only and such key is under the control of one of the vessel's officers. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.5.1.6 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.10 | Subpart 72.10—Means of Escape | § 72.10-25 Stairway size. | USCG | (a) Stairways shall be of sufficient width to satisfactorily accommodate the number of persons having access to such stairs for escape purposes. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.5.1.7 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.10 | Subpart 72.10—Means of Escape | § 72.10-30 Dead end corridors. | USCG | (a) Dead end corridors, or the equivalent, more than 40 feet in length shall not be permitted. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.5.1.8 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.10 | Subpart 72.10—Means of Escape | § 72.10-35 Public spaces. | USCG | (a) In all cases, public spaces having a deck area of over 300 square feet shall have at least two exits. Where practicable, these exits shall give egress to different corridors, rooms, or spaces to minimize the possibility of one incident blocking both exits. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.5.1.9 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.10 | Subpart 72.10—Means of Escape | § 72.10-40 Access to lifeboats. | USCG | (a) The stairways, corridors, and doors shall be so arranged as to permit a ready and direct access to the various lifeboat embarkation areas. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.6.1.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.15 | Subpart 72.15—Ventilation | § 72.15-1 Application. | USCG | (a) The provisions of this subpart with the exception of § 72.15-90, shall apply to all vessels contracted for on or after November 19, 1952. Vessels contracted for prior to November 19, 1952, shall meet the requirements of § 72.15-90. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.6.1.2 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.15 | Subpart 72.15—Ventilation | § 72.15-5 Structural fire protection. | USCG | [CGD 72-104R, 37 FR 14233, July 18, 1972] | See § 72.05-50 for ventilation requirements pertaining to structural fire protection. | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.6.1.3 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.15 | Subpart 72.15—Ventilation | § 72.15-10 Vessels using fuel having a flashpoint of 110 degrees F. or lower. | USCG | [CGFR 65-50, 30 FR 16903, Dec. 30, 1965, as amended by USCG-2014-0688, 79 FR 58281, Sept. 29, 2014] | (a) Where liquid fuel having a flashpoint of 110 degrees F. or lower is used for main or auxiliary machinery or for starting purposes, the spaces containing such machinery or fuel tanks shall have natural supply and mechanical ventilation as required by this section. (b) The requirements for the mechanical exhaust system shall be such as to assure the air changes as noted in table 72.15-10(b), depending upon the size of the space. Table 72.15-10( b ) (c) Exhaust blower motors shall be outside of the ducts, and if mounted in any compartment required to be ventilated by this section, shall be of the explosion proof type. Blower blades shall be non-sparking with reference to their housings. (d) Exhaust blower switches shall be located outside of any space required to be ventilated by this section, and shall be of the type interlocked with the ignition switch so that the blowers are started before the engine ignition is switched on. A red warning sign at the switch shall state that the blowers shall be operated prior to starting the engines for a sufficient time to insure at least one complete change of air in the compartments. (e) The area of the ducts shall be such as to limit the air velocity to a maximum of 2,000 feet per minute. Ducts may be of any shape, provided that in no case shall 1 dimension exceed twice the other. (f) At least 2 inlet ducts shall be located at 1 end of the compartment and they shall extend to the lowest part of the compartment or bilge on each side. Similar exhaust ducts shall be led to the mechanical exhaust system from the lowest part of the compartment or bilge on each side of the compartment at the end opposite from that at which the inlet ducts are fitted. (g) All ducts shall be constructed of non-ferrous metal or galvanized ferrous metal not less than No. 22 USSG, intact and gastight from end to end and shall be of substantial construction. The ducts shall lead as direct as possible and be properly fastened and supported. (h) All supply ducts shall be provided with cowls or … | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.6.1.4 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.15 | Subpart 72.15—Ventilation | § 72.15-15 Ventilation for closed spaces. | USCG | [CGFR 66-50, 30 FR 16903, Dec. 30, 1965, as amended by CGFR 66-33, 31 FR 15281, Dec. 6, 1966] | (a) All enclosed spaces within the vessel shall be properly vented or ventilated. Means shall be provided to close off all vents and ventilators. (b) Means shall be provided for stopping all fans in ventilation systems serving machinery and cargo spaces and for closing all doorways, ventilators and annular spaces around funnels and other openings to such spaces, from outside these spaces, in case of fire. (c) The ventilation of spaces which are “specially suitable for vehicles” shall be in accordance with the provisions of this paragraph. In addition, if vehicles are operated inside of enclosed spaces, the ventilation shall be in accordance with subpart 78.83 of this subchapter. (1) Areas below the weather deck shall be provided with continuous pressure-positive ventilation at each level on which vehicles are transported. (2) The quantity of ventilating air shall be not less than 1 cubic foot per minute per square foot of deck area. (3) The ventilation shall be such as to prevent air stratification as well as to prevent accumulation of air pockets. (4) An alarm system shall be provided which will indicate the loss of required ventilation. The alarm location shall be in a normally manned space acceptable to the Commandant. | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.6.1.5 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.15 | Subpart 72.15—Ventilation | § 72.15-20 Ventilation for crew quarters and passenger spaces. | USCG | (a) All crew and passenger spaces shall be adequately ventilated in a manner suitable to the purpose of the space. (b) On vessels of 100 gross tons and over, except for such spaces as are so located that under all ordinary conditions of weather, windows, ports, skylights, etc., and doors to passageways can be kept open, all crew spaces shall be ventilated by a mechanical system, unless it can be shown that a natural system will provide adequate ventilation. However, vessels which trade regularly in the tropics shall, in general, be fitted with a mechanical ventilation system. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.6.1.6 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.15 | Subpart 72.15—Ventilation | § 72.15-90 Vessels contracted for prior to November 19, 1952. | USCG | (a) Existing arrangements previously approved will be considered satisfactory so long as they are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Minor repairs and alterations may be made to the same standards as the original design provided that in no case will a greater departure from the standards of §§ 72.15-5 through 72.15-20 be permitted than presently exists. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.7.1.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.20 | Subpart 72.20—Accommodations for Officers and Crew | § 72.20-1 Application. | USCG | The provisions of this part, except § 72.20-90, apply to all vessels contracted for after November 18, 1952. Vessels contracted for before November 19, 1952, must meet the requirements of § 72.20-90. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.7.1.10 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.20 | Subpart 72.20—Accommodations for Officers and Crew | § 72.20-45 Lighting. | USCG | Each berth must have a light. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.7.1.11 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.20 | Subpart 72.20—Accommodations for Officers and Crew | § 72.20-50 Heating and cooling. | USCG | (a) All manned spaces must be adequately heated and cooled in a manner suitable to the purpose of the space. (b) The heating and cooling system for accommodations must be capable of maintaining a temperature of 21 °C (70 °F) under normal operating conditions without curtailing ventilation. (c) Radiators and other heating apparatus must be so placed and shielded, where necessary, to avoid risk of fire, danger or discomfort to the occupants. Pipes leading to radiators or heating apparatus must be insulated where those pipes create a hazard to persons occupying the space. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.7.1.12 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.20 | Subpart 72.20—Accommodations for Officers and Crew | § 72.20-55 Insect screens. | USCG | Provisions must be made to protect the crew quarters against the admission of insects. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.7.1.13 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.20 | Subpart 72.20—Accommodations for Officers and Crew | § 72.20-90 Vessels contracted for prior to November 19, 1952. | USCG | [CGD 95-027, 61 FR 26002, May 23, 1996; 61 FR 35138, July 5, 1996] | (a) Vessels of 100 gross tons and over, contracted for prior to March 4, 1915, must meet the requirements of this paragraph. (1) Existing structure, arrangements, materials, and facilities, previously approved will be considered satisfactory so long as they are maintained in a suitable condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. (2) Minor repairs and alterations may be made to the same standard as the original construction provided that in no case will a greater departure from the standards of §§ 72.20-5 through 72.20-55 be permitted than presently exists. (b) Vessels of 100 gross tons and over, contracted for on or after March 4, 1915, but prior to January 1, 1941, must meet the following requirements: (1) Existing structure, arrangements, materials, and facilities, previously accepted or approved will be considered satisfactory so long as they are maintained in good condition to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Minor repairs and alterations may be made to the same standard as the original construction. (2) Where reasonable and practicable, a minimum of 1 toilet, shower, and washbasin must be provided for each 10 members of the crew or fraction thereof. (3) Crew spaces must have a volume of at least 3.4 cubic meters (120 cubic feet) and a deck area of at least 1.5 square meters (16 square feet) for each person accommodated. (4) Each crewmember shall have a separate berth, and berths may not be placed more than 2 high. (5) Each vessel, which in the ordinary course of its trade makes a voyage of more than 3 days duration between ports and which carries a crew of 12 or more persons, must be provided with a suitable hospital space for the exclusive use of the sick or injured. Berths must be provided in the ratio of 1 berth for each 12 members of the crew or fraction thereof, but the number of berths need not exceed 6. (6) The crew spaces must be securely constructed, properly lighted, heated, drained, ventilated, equipped, located, and arranged, an… | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.7.1.2 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.20 | Subpart 72.20—Accommodations for Officers and Crew | § 72.20-5 Intent. | USCG | [CGFR 65-50, 30 FR 16903, Dec. 30, 1965, as amended by USCG-2014-0688, 79 FR 58281, Sept. 29, 2014] | Accommodations provided for officers and crew on all vessels shall be securely constructed, properly lighted, heated, drained, ventilated, equipped, located, arranged, and insulated from undue noise, heat, and odors. | |||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.7.1.3 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.20 | Subpart 72.20—Accommodations for Officers and Crew | § 72.20-10 Location of crew spaces. | USCG | (a) Crew quarters must not be located farther forward in the vessel than a vertical plane located at 5 percent of the vessel's length abaft the forward side of the stem at the designed summer load water line. However, for vessels in other than ocean or coastwise service, this distance need not exceed 8.5 meters (28 feet). For the purpose of this paragraph, the vessel's length must be as defined in § 43.15-1 of subchapter E (Load Lines) of this chapter. Unless approved by the Commandant, no section of the deck head of the crew spaces may be below the deepest load line. (b) There must be no direct communication, except through solid, close fitted doors or hatches between crew spaces and chain lockers, or machinery spaces. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.7.1.4 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.20 | Subpart 72.20—Accommodations for Officers and Crew | § 72.20-15 Construction. | USCG | All crew spaces are to be constructed and arranged in a manner suitable to the purpose for which they are intended and so that they can be kept in a clean, workable, and sanitary condition. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.7.1.5 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.20 | Subpart 72.20—Accommodations for Officers and Crew | § 72.20-20 Sleeping accommodations. | USCG | (a) Where practicable, each licensed officer shall be provided with a separate stateroom. (b) Sleeping accommodations for the crew must be divided into rooms, no one of which shall berth more than 4 persons. (c) Each room shall be of such size that there is at least 2.78 square meters (30 square feet) of deck area and a volume of at least 5.8 cubic meters (210 cubic feet) for each person accommodated. The clear head room shall be not less than 190 centimeters (75 inches). In measuring sleeping accommodations any furnishings contained therein for the use of the occupants are not to be deducted from the total volume or from the deck area. (d) Each person shall have a separate berth and not more than one berth may be placed above another. The berth must be composed of materials not likely to corrode. The overall size of a berth must not be less than 68 centimeters (27 inches) wide by 190 centimeters (75 inches) long, except by special permission of the Commandant. Where two tiers of berths are fitted, the bottom of the lower berth must not be less than 30 centimeters (12 inches) above the deck. The berths must not be obstructed by pipes, ventilating ducts, or other installations. (e) A locker must be provided for each person accommodated in a room. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.7.1.6 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.20 | Subpart 72.20—Accommodations for Officers and Crew | § 72.20-25 Washrooms and toilet rooms. | USCG | (a) There must be at least 1 toilet, 1 washbasin, and 1 shower or bathtub for each 8 members or portion thereof in the crew who do not occupy sleeping accommodations to which private or semi-private facilities are attached. (b) The toilet rooms and washrooms shall be located convenient to the sleeping quarters of the crew to which they are allotted but must not open directly into such quarters except when they are provided as private or semi-private facilities. (c) All washbasins, showers, and bathtubs must be equipped with adequate plumbing, including hot and cold running water. All toilets must be installed with adequate plumbing for flushing. (d) At least 1 washbasin must be fitted in each toilet room, except where private or semi-private facilities are provided and washbasins are installed in the sleeping rooms. (e) Where more than 1 toilet is located in a space or compartment, each toilet must be separated by partitions. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.7.1.7 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.20 | Subpart 72.20—Accommodations for Officers and Crew | § 72.20-30 Messrooms. | USCG | (a) Messrooms must be located as near to the galley as practicable except where the messroom is equipped with a steam table. (b) Each messroom must seat the number of persons expected to eat in the messroom at one time. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.7.1.8 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.20 | Subpart 72.20—Accommodations for Officers and Crew | § 72.20-35 Hospital space. | USCG | (a) Each vessel which in the ordinary course of its trade makes voyages of more than 3 days duration between ports and which carries a crew of 12 or more, must be provided with a hospital space. This space must be situated with due regard to the comfort of the sick so that they may receive proper attention in all weathers. (b) The hospital must be suitably separated from other spaces and must be used for the care of the sick and for no other purpose. (c) The hospital must be fitted with berths in the ratio of 1 berth to every 12 members of the crew, or portion thereof, who are not berthed in single occupancy rooms, but the number of berths need not exceed 6. (d) The hospital must have a toilet, washbasin, and bathtub or shower conveniently situated. Other necessary suitable equipment such as a clothes locker, a table, and a seat must be provided. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.7.1.9 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.20 | Subpart 72.20—Accommodations for Officers and Crew | § 72.20-40 Other spaces. | USCG | Each vessel must have— (a) Sufficient facilities where the crew may wash and dry their own clothes, including at least 1 sink supplied with hot and cold fresh water; (b) Recreation spaces; and (c) A space or spaces of adequate size on an open deck to which the crew has access when off duty. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.8.1.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.25 | Subpart 72.25—Passenger Accommodations | § 72.25-1 Application. | USCG | (a) The provisions of this subpart shall apply to all vessels. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.8.1.2 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.25 | Subpart 72.25—Passenger Accommodations | § 72.25-10 Location of passenger quarters. | USCG | (a) The deck forming the deckhead of passenger quarters between adjacent watertight bulkheads shall not be below the deepest load line at any point within the watertight compartment in question. (b) [Reserved] | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.8.1.3 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.25 | Subpart 72.25—Passenger Accommodations | § 72.25-15 Passenger accommodations for excursion boats, ferryboats, and passenger barges. | USCG | (a) Except as specifically excluded by this section, separate public toilet spaces shall be provided for male and female passengers with at least the minimum equipment in each based upon the number of passengers permitted to be carried as set forth in table 72.25-15(a). Table 72.25-15( a ) 1 Additional facilities by extrapolation. (b) In the men's spaces, urinals may be substituted for toilets, provided at least one-half the required toilets are fitted. (c) On ferryboats and barges having a short run, passenger toilet facilities need not be fitted. | ||||
| 46:46:3.0.1.1.3.9.1.1 | 46 | Shipping | I | H | 72 | PART 72—CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT | 72.30 | Subpart 72.30—Subdivision and Stability | § 72.30-1 Application. | USCG | [CGD 79-023, 48 FR 51007, Nov. 4, 1983] | Each vessel must meet the applicable requirements in subchapter S of this chapter. |
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