Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: November 8, 2024) |
Title 46 - Shipping |
Chapter I - Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security |
SubChapter K - Small Passenger Vessels Carrying More Than 150 Passengers or With Overnight Accommodations for More Than 49 Passengers |
Part 122 - Operations |
Subpart C - Miscellaneous Operating Requirements |
§ 122.360 - Use of auto pilot.
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§ 122.360 Use of auto pilot.
Whenever an automatic pilot is used the master shall ensure that:
(a) It is possible to immediately establish manual control of the vessel's steering;
(b) A competent person is ready at all times to take over steering control; and
(c) The changeover from automatic to manual steering and vice versa is made by, or under the supervision of, the master or the mate on watch.