Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: May 6, 2024) |
Title 46 - Shipping |
Chapter I - Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security |
SubChapter L - Offshore Supply Vessels |
Part 129 - Electrical Installations |
Subpart B - General Requirements |
§ 129.200 - Design, installation, and maintenance.
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§ 129.200 Design, installation, and maintenance.
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be designed, installed, and maintained to -
(a) Provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions;
(b) Protect crew members, offshore workers, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment and electrical shock;
(c) Minimize accidental personal contact with energized parts; and
(d) Prevent electrical ignition of flammable vapors.