Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
Title 46 - Shipping |
Chapter I - Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security |
SubChapter T - Small Passenger Vessels (Under 100 Gross Tons) |
Part 183 - Electrical Installation |
Subpart B - General Requirements |
§ 183.200 - General design, installation, and maintenance requirements.
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§ 183.200 General design, installation, and maintenance requirements.
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to:
(a) Provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions;
(b) Protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock;
(c) Minimize accidental personnel contact with energized parts; and
(d) Prevent electrical ignition of flammable vapors.