[Federal Register Volume 63, Number 189 (Wednesday, September 30, 1998)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 52186-52192]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 98-25930]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Coast Guard
46 CFR Parts 1, 2, 7, 10, 12, 15, 25, 26, 30, 32, 42, 44, 45, 46,
56, 67, 78, 97, 109, 116, 120, 133, 153, 160, 164, 170, 172, and
199
[USCG-1998-4442]
RIN-2115-ZZ02
Technical Amendments; Organizational Changes; Miscellaneous
Editorial Changes and Conforming Amendments
AGENCY: Coast Guard, DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: This rule makes editorial and technical changes throughout
Title 46 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) to update the title
before it is recodified on October 1. It corrects addresses, updates
cross-references, makes conforming amendments, and makes other
technical corrections. This rule will have no substantive effect on the
regulated public.
EFFECTIVE DATE: This rule is effective on September 30, 1998.
ADDRESSES: Documents as indicated in this preamble are available for
inspection or copying at the Docket Management Facility, (USCG-1998-
4442), U.S. Department of Transportation, room PL-401, 400 Seventh
Street SW, Washington, DC 20590-0001.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For questions on this rule, contact
Janet Walton, Standards Evaluation and Development Division (G-MSR-2),
Coast Guard, telephone 202-267-0257. For questions on viewing, or
submitting material to, the docket, contact Dorothy Walker, Chief,
Dockets, Department of Transportation, telephone 202-366-9329.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion of the Rule
Each year Title 46 of the Code of Federal Regulations is recodified
on October 1. This rule makes editorial changes throughout the title,
corrects
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addresses, updates cross-references, and makes other technical and
editorial corrections. Some editorial changes are discussed
individually in the following paragraphs. This rule does not change any
substantive requirements of existing regulations.
Parts 10 and 12
There are revisions throughout parts 10 and 12 to reflect the
change in title of the Director, National Maritime Center, to the
Commanding Officer, National Maritime Center.
Section 10.901
On June 26, 1997, the Coast Guard published an interim rule,
entitled Implementation of the 1995 Amendments to the International
Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for
Seafarers, 1978 (STCW) (CGD 95-062) (62 FR 34506). The rule added to
section 10.901, paragraphs setting out general provisions for
furnishing sufficient documentary evidence of practical demonstration
of competence. In the paragraphs concerning the Engine Department,
provisions for both Chief engineer officer and Second engineer officer
are ``of a seagoing vessel driven by main propulsion machinery of
between 750 kW (1,000 hp) and 3,000 kW (4,000 hp) of propulsion or
more.'' This rule removes the words ``or more,'' in each instance,
because they are unnecessary.
Part 67
Revisions in part 67 reflect the change in title of the Manager,
National Vessel Documentation Center, to the Director, National Vessel
Documentation Center.
Part 160
On May 9, 1997, the Coast Guard published a final rule, entitled
Inflatable Liferafts (CGD 85-205) (62 FR 25525). The rule contained a
number of deferred effective dates to allow industry a reasonable time
for compliance. The deferred dates also allowed industry to harmonize
the effective dates in the rule with the effective dates of certain
provisions of the 1996 Amendments to the 1974 Safety of Life at Sea
(SOLAS) Convention. Because the deferred dates have passed, this rule
removes them.
Section 160.049-4
On March 28, 1973, the Coast Guard published a final rule, entitled
Lifesaving Equipment (CGD 72-163R) (38 FR 8117). The rule revised
paragraph (c) of the section, including removal of Table 160.049-
4(c)(1) but did not revise the reference to the table. This rule
removes the reference to the table and replaces it with text that
buoyant cushions shall have width no less than 12 inches and length no
less than 15 inches, respectively, as was previously stated in the
table.
Section 160.064-4
On September 30, 1997, the Coast Guard published a final rule,
entitled Harmonization With International Safety Standards (CGD 95-028)
(62 FR 51188). In the rule, the Coast Guard changed the marking
requirements for throwable PFDs to state that the device is ``Approved
for use on recreational boats only as a throwable device.'' The rule
erroneously amended paragraph (a)(1) instead of paragraph (a)(2). This
rule corrects paragraphs (a)(1) and (a)(2).
Regulatory Evaluation
This rule is not a significant regulatory action under section 3(f)
of Executive Order 12866 and does not require an assessment of
potential costs and benefits under section 6(a)(3) of that order. It
has not been reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget under that
order. It is not significant under the regulatory policies and
procedures of the Department of Transportation (DOT)(44 FR 11040;
February 26, 1979). This rule has no economic impact and a full
Regulatory Evaluation under paragraph 10e of the regulatory policies
and procedures of DOT is unnecessary. As this rule involves internal
agency practices and procedures, it will not impose any costs on the
public.
Collection of Information
This rule contains no collection of information requirements under
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.).
Federalism
The Coast Guard has analyzed this rule under the principles and
criteria contained in Executive Order 12612 and has determined that
this rule does not have sufficient federalism implications to warrant
the preparation of a Federalism Assessment.
Environment
The Coast Guard considered the environmental impact of this rule
and concluded that under figure 2-1, paragraphs (34)(a) and (b) of
Commandant Instruction M16475.1C, this rule is categorically excluded
from further environmental documentation. This exclusion is in
accordance with paragraphs (34)(a) and (b), concerning regulations that
are editorial or procedural and concerning internal agency functions or
organization. A ``Categorical Exclusion Determination'' is available in
the docket for inspection or copying where indicated under ADDRESSES.
List of Subjects
46 CFR Part 1
Administrative practice and procedure, Organization and functions
(Government agencies), Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.
46 CFR Part 2
Marine safety, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Vessels.
46 CFR Part 7
Law Enforcement, Vessels.
46 CFR Part 10
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Schools, Seamen.
46 CFR Part 12
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Seamen.
46 CFR Part 15
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Seamen, Vessels.
46 CFR Part 25
Fire prevention, Marine safety, Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements.
46 CFR Part 26
Marine safety, Penalties, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.
46 CFR Part 30
Cargo vessels, Foreign relations, Hazardous materials
transportation, Penalties, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements,
Seamen.
46 CFR Part 32
Cargo vessels, Fire prevention, Marine safety, Navigation (water),
Occupational safety and health, Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements, Seamen.
46 CFR Part 42
Penalties, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Vessels.
46 CFR Part 44
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Vessels.
46 CFR Part 45
Great Lakes, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Vessels.
46 CFR Part 46
Passenger vessels, Penalties, Reporting and reordkeeping
requirements.
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46 CFR Part 56
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Vessels.
46 CFR Part 67
Vessels.
46 CFR Part 78
Marine safety, Navigation (water), Passenger vessels, Penalties,
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.
46 CFR Part 97
Cargo vessels, Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting and
recordkeeping requirements.
46 CFR Part 109
Marine safety, Occupational safety and health, Oil and gas
exploration, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Vessels.
46 CFR Part 116
Marine safety, Passenger vessels.
46 CFR Part 120
Electric power, Marine safety, Passenger vessels.
46 CFR Part 133
Marine safety, Occupational safety and health, Oil and gas
exploration, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Vessels.
46 CFR Part 153
Administrative practice and procedure, Cargo vessels, Hazardous
materials transportation, Marine safety, Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements, Water pollution control.
46 CFR Part 160
Marine safety, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.
46 CFR Part 164
Fire prevention, Marine safety, Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements.
46 CFR Part 170
Marine safety, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Vessels.
46 CFR Part 172
Cargo vessels, Hazardous materials transportation, Marine safety.
46 CFR Part 199
Cargo vessels, Incorporation by reference, Marine safety, Oil and
gas exploration, Passenger vessels, Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements, Vessels.
For the reasons set out in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends 46
CFR parts 1, 2, 7, 10, 12, 15, 25, 26, 30, 32, 42, 44, 45, 46, 56, 67,
78, 97, 109, 116, 120, 133, 153, 160, 164, 170, 172, and 199 as
follows:
PART 1--ORGANIZATION, GENERAL COURSE AND METHODS GOVERNING MARINE
SAFETY FUNCTIONS
1. The authority citation for part 1 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 552; 14 U.S.C. 633; 46 U.S.C. 7701; 49 CFR
1.45, 1.46; Sec. 1.01-35 also issued under the authority of 44
U.S.C. 3507.
2. In Sec. 1.01-10, in paragraphs (b)(1) and (b)(1)(iv), remove the
word ``Director'' and add, in its place, the words ``Commanding
Officer'; redesignate paragraph (b)(1)(iv) as paragraph (b)(1)(ii)(D);
and revise paragraph (b)(1)(ii) to read as follows:
Sec. 1.01-10 Organization.
* * * * *
(b) * * *
(1) * * *
(ii) The Director of Field Activities (G-MO), under the general
direction and supervision of the Assistant Commandant for Marine Safety
and Environmental Protection, acts as Program Manager for the Marine
Safety and Marine Environmental Protection Programs; directs,
coordinates, and integrates the Coast Guard's marine safety and
environmental protection compliance programs, contingency planning,
response operations, and investigations programs; establishes and
coordinates field implementation policies and priorities for all marine
safety commands and units; serves as the focal point for field support
and technical guidance; and provides oversight of marine documentation
and marine personnel administration matters.
* * * * *
3. In Sec. 1.03-15, revise paragraph (h)(3) to read as follows:
Sec. 1.03-15 General.
* * * * *
(h) * * *
(3) Commanding Officer, National Maritime Center, for appeals
involving vessel documentation issues and tonnage issues.
* * * * *
Sec. 1.03-30 [Amended]
4. In Sec. 1.03-30(a), remove the word ``otehrwise'' and add, in
its place, the word ``otherwise''.
PART 2--VESSEL INSPECTIONS
5. The authority citation for part 2 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1903; 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 3103, 3205,
3306, 3703; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 49
CFR 1.46; subpart 2.45 also issued under the authority of Act Dec.
27, 1950, Ch. 1155, secs. 1, 2, 64 Stat. 1120 (see 46 U.S.C. App.
note prec. 1).
6. In Sec. 2.01-20, remove the word ``theis'' and add, in its
place, the word ``this''; and revise the section heading to read as
follows:
Sec. 2.01-20 Suspension or revocation of certificates of inspection.
* * * * *
Sec. 2.85-1 [Amended]
7. In Sec. 2.85-1, remove the word ``submurged'' and add, in its
place, the word ``submerged'.
PART 7--BOUNDARY LINES
8. The authority citation for part 7 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 14 U.S.C. 633; 33 U.S.C. 151; 49 CFR 1.46.
Sec. 7.1 [Amended]
9. In Sec. 7.1, remove the word ``exepmts'' and add, in its place,
the word ``exempt''.
PART 10--LICENSING OF MARITIME PERSONNEL
10. The authority citation for part 10 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 31 U.S.C. 9701; 46 U.S.C. 2101, 2103, 2110; 46 U.S.C.
Chapter 71; 46 U.S.C. 7502, 7505, 7701; 49 CFR 1.45, 1.46; Sec.
10.107 also issued under the authority of 44 U.S.C. 3507.
Sec. 10.901 [Amended]
11. In Sec. 10.901(c)(2)(v) and (vi), remove the words ``or more''
at the end of each paragraph.
12. In Sec. 10.903, revise paragraph (c)(16) through (c)(18), add a
new paragraph (c)(19), and revise Table 10.903-1 to read as follows:
Sec. 10.903 Licenses requiring examinations.
* * * * *
(c) * * *
(16) Assistant engineer, limited-oceans.
(17) Chief engineer, limited-near coastal.
(18) Chief engineer (OSV).
(19) Engineer (OSV).
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Secs. 10.302, 10.303, 10.304, 10.307, 10.309, 10.464, 10.470, 10.472,
10.474, 10.516, 10.544 and 10.703 [Amended]
13. In addition to the amendments set forth above, in 46 CFR part
10, remove the word ``Director'' and add, in its place, the words
``Commanding Officer'' in the following places:
(a) Section 10.302(a) introductory text;
(b) Section 10.303(e);
(c) Section 10.304(a) and (d);
(d) Section 10.307;
(e) Section 10.309(a)(11);
(f) Section 10.464(d)(2);
(g) Section 10.470(b)(1)(ii), (d)(1)(ii), and (h)(1)(ii);
(h) Section 10.472(a)(1)(ii);
(i) Section 10.474(a)(1)(ii);
(j) Section 10.516(a)(6);
(k) Section 10.544(a)(3); and
(l) Section 10.703(c).
PART 12--CERTIFICATION OF SEAMEN
14. The authority citation for part 12 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 31 U.S.C. 9701; 46 U.S.C. 2101, 2103, 2110, 7301,
7302, 7503, 7505, 7701; 49 CFR 1.46.
Sec. 12.01-3 [Amended]
15. In Sec. 12.01-3(b), remove the word ``IMD'' and add, in its
place, the word ``IMO''.
Sec. 12.05-5 [Amended]
16. In Sec. 12.05-5(b), remove the number ``10.02-5'' and add, in
its place the number ``10.205''.
Sec. 12.15-5 [Amended]
17. In Sec. 12.15-5(b), remove the number ``10.02-5'' and add, in
its place, the number ``10.205''.
Secs. 12.02-3, 12.02-13, 12.02-14, 12.02-21, 12.02-24, 12.03-1, 12.05-
7, 12.10-3, 12.15-7, 12.15-13, 12.15-15, 12.25-35 and 12.25-
40 [Amended]
18. In addition to the amendments set forth above, in 46 CFR part
12, remove the word ``Director'' and add, in its place, the words
``Commanding Officer'' in the following places:
(a) Section 12.02-3(b)(3);
(b) Section 12.02-13(b);
(c) Section 12.02-14(c);
(d) Section 12.02-21(b);
(e) Section 12.02-24;
(f) Section 12.03-1(a)(11);
(g) Section 12.05-7(b) introductory text and (b)(2);
(h) Section 12.10-3(a)(2), (a)(5), and (a)(6);
(i) Section 12.15-7(b) introductory text;
(j) Section 12.15-13(a)(3);
(k) Section 12.15-15(a)(3);
(l) Section 12.25-35(a); and
(m) Section 12.25-40.
PART 15--MANNING REQUIREMENTS
19. The authority citation for part 15 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2101, 2103, 3306, 3703, 8101, 8102, 8104,
8105, 8301, 8304, 8502, 8503, 8701, 8702, 8901, 8902, 8903, 8904,
8905(b), 9102; 49 CFR 1.45 and 1.46.
Sec. 15.1010 [Amended]
20. In Sec. 15.1010(c), remove the number ``118 deg.30'48''W'' and
add, in its place, the number ``118 deg.30'48''W''.
Sec. 15.1040 [Amended]
21. In Sec. 15.1040(c), remove the number ``70 deg.51'15''W'' and
add, in its place, the number ``70 deg.51'15''W''.
PART 25--REQUIREMENTS
22. The authority citation for part 25 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1903(b); 46 U.S.C. 3306, 4302; 49 CFR 1.46.
23. In Sec. 25.26-5, revise paragraphs (b)(2) and (c) to read as
follows:
Sec. 25.26-5 Commercial fishing industry vessels.
* * * * *
(b)* * *
(2) A float-free, automatically activated Category 1 406 MHz EPIRB.
(c) The owner of a fishing vessel, fish processing vessel or a fish
tender vessel 11 meters (36 feet) or more in length that does not have
installed galley or berthing facilities, shall ensure that the vessel
does not operate on the high seas or beyond three miles from the
coastline of the Great Lakes unless it has on board a float-free,
automatically activated Category 1 406 MHz EPIRB stowed in a manner so
that it will float free if the vessel sinks.
24. In Sec. 25.26-20, revise paragraphs (a) and (b)(2) and remove
(b)(3) to read as follows:
Sec. 25.26-20 Other manned uninspected commercial vessels.
(a) The owner of a manned uninspected commercial vessel 11 meters
(36 feet) or more in length, other than a vessel under Sec. 25.26-5 or
Sec. 25.26-10 or under paragraph (b) of this section, shall ensure that
the vessel does not operate on the high seas or beyond three miles from
the coastline of the Great Lakes, unless it has on board a float-free,
automatically activated Category 1 406 MHz EPIRB stowed in a manner so
that it will float free if the vessel sinks.
(b) * * *
(2) A float-free, automatically activated Category 1 406 MHz EPIRB.
Sec. 25.26-30 [Removed]
25. Remove Sec. 25.26-30.
PART 26--OPERATIONS
26. The authority citation for part 26 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 4104, 6101, 8105; E.O. 12234, 45 FR
58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 49 CFR 1.46.
Sec. 26.03-5 [Amended]
27. In Sec. 26.03-5(a)(2), remove the words ``mater's'' and
``na,e'' and add, in their place, the words ``master's'' and ``name''.
PART 30--GENERAL PROVISIONS
28. The authority citation for part 30 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 3703; 49 U.S.C. 5103, 5106; 49
CFR 1.45, 1.46; Section 30.01-2 also issued under the authority of
44 U.S.C. 3507; Section 30.01-5 also issued under the authority of
Sec. 4109, Pub. L. 101-380, 104 Stat. 515.
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Sec. 30.10-43 [Amended]
29. In Sec. 30.10-43, remove the number ``43'' and add, in its
place, the number ``33''.
PART 32--SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, MACHINERY, AND HULL REQUIREMENTS
30. The authority citation for part 32 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 3703; E.O. 12234, 3 CFR, 1980
Comp., p. 277; 49 CFR 1.46; Section 32.22T-5 and subpart 32.59 also
issued under 46 U.S.C. 3703 note.
Sec. 32.57-10 [Amended]
31. In Sec. 32.57-10(d)(4), remove the word ``by'' immediately
preceding the words ``of the self-closing type'' and insert, in its
place, the word ``be''.
PART 42--DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN VOYAGES BY SEA
32. The authority citation for part 42 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 5101-5116; 49 CFR 1.46; section 42.01-5
also issued under the authority of 44 U.S.C. 3507.
Sec. 42.03-10 [Amended]
33. In Sec. 42.03-10(d)(1), remove the words ``the International
Load Line Act of 1973, as amended, the Coastwise Load Line Act of 1935,
as amended'' and add, in their place, the words ``46 U.S.C. 5101-
5116''.
Sec. 42.03-30 [Amended]
34. In Sec. 42.03-30(f)(1), remove the words ``the Coastwise Load
Line, Act, as amended'' and add, in their place, the words ``46 U.S.C.
5101-5116''.
Sec. 42.03-35 [Amended]
35. In Sec. 42.03-35(b), remove the words ``the load line acts''
wherever they appear in the paragraph and add, in their place, the
words ``46 U.S.C. 5101-5116''.
Sec. 42.05-60 [Amended]
36. In Sec. 42.05-60, remove the words ``section 3 of the load line
acts'' and add, in their place, the words ``46 U.S.C. 5107''.
Sec. 42.07-10 [Amended]
37. In Sec. 42.07-10(a)(1), remove the words ``the load line acts''
and add, in their place, the words ``46 U.S.C. 5101-5116''.
Sec. 42.07-15 [Amended]
38. In Sec. 42.07-15(a), remove the words ``the load line acts''
and add, in their place, the words ``46 U.S.C. 5101-5116''.
Sec. 42.07-35 [Amended]
39. In Sec. 42.07-35(a), remove the words ``sections 3 of the load
line acts'' and add, in their place, the words ``46 U.S.C. 5107''.
Sec. 42.07-40 [Amended]
40. In Sec. 42.07-40(a), remove the words ``sections 3 of the load
line acts'' and add, in their place, the words ``46 U.S.C. 5107''.
Sec. 42.07-45 [Amended]
41. In Sec. 42.07-45(h), remove the words ``the Coastwise Load Line
Act'' and add, in their place, the words ``46 U.S.C. 5101-5116''.
Sec. 42.07-60 [Amended]
42. In Sec. 42.07-60, in paragraph (c), remove the words ``section
7 of the load line acts'' and add, in their place, the words ``46
U.S.C. 5113''; and in paragraph (f), remove the words ``sections 5 of
the load line acts'' and add, in their place, the words ``46 U.S.C.
5109''.
Sec. 42.09-20 [Amended]
43. In Sec. 42.09-20(a)(1), remove the words ``section 8 of the
International Load Line Act of 1973, as amended (46 U.S.C. 86f)'' and
add, in their place, the words ``46 U.S.C. 5102''.
PART 44--SPECIAL SERVICE LIMITED DOMESTIC VOYAGES
44. The authority citation for part 44 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 5101-5116; 49 CFR 1.46.
Sec. 44.01-1 [Amended]
45. In Sec. 44.01-1(a), remove the words ``the Coastwise Load Line
Act, 1935, as amended (46 U.S.C. 88-88i)'' and add, in their place, the
words ``regulations in this part''.
Sec. 44.320 [Amended]
46. In Sec. 44.320(b), remove the words ``45 Eisenhower Drive,
Paramus, New Jersey 07652-0910'' and add, in their place, the words
``Two World Trade Center, 106th Floor, New York, NY 10048''.
PART 45--GREAT LAKES LOAD LINES
47. The authority citation for part 45 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 5115; 49 CFR 1.46.
Sec. 45.1 [Amended]
48. In Sec. 45.1, remove the words ``to meet the requirements of
the Coastwise Load Line Act, 1935 (46 U.S.C. 88-88g) insofar as it
applies to'' and add, in their place, the words ``for service on''.
PART 46--SUBDIVISION LOAD LINES FOR PASSENGER VESSELS
49. The authority citation for part 46 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306; 46 U.S.C. 5101-5116; E.O. 12234, 3
CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 49 CFR 1.46.
Sec. 46.01-15 [Amended]
50. In Sec. 46.01-15(c), remove the words ``the Coastwise Load Line
Act, 1935, as amended'' and add, in their place, the words ``46 U.S.C.
5101-5116''.
PART 56--PIPING SYSTEMS AND APPURTENANCES
51. The authority citation for part 56 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(j), 1509; 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C.
3306, 3703; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277;
E.O.12777, 56 FR 54757, 3 CFR, 1991 Comp., p. 351; 49 CFR 1.46.
Sec. 56.07-10 [Amended]
52. In Sec. 56.07-10, in paragraph (c), remove the word ``fro'' and
add, in its place, the word ``for''; and in paragraph (e)(2), remove
the word ``footnotes'' and add, in its place, the word ``footnote''.
Table 56.60-2(a) [Amended]
53. In Table 56.60-2(a), in footnotes (7) and (9), remove the word
``amonia'' and add, in its place, the word ``ammonia'.
PART 67--DOCUMENTATION OF VESSELS
54. The authority citation for part 67 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 14 U.S.C. 664; 31 U.S.C. 9701; 42 U.S.C. 9118; 46
U.S.C. 2103, 2107, 2110; 46 U.S.C. app. 841a, 876; 49 CFR 1.45,
1.46.
Sec. 67.3 [Amended]
55. In Sec. 67.3, in the NOTE, immediately following the definition
for Endorsement, remove the word ``fconstitute'' and add, in its place,
the word ``constitute''; and remove the words ``1301 Constitution
Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20229 (Attn: Carrier Rulings Branch)'' and
add, in their place, the words ``1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Ronald
Reagan Building, Washington DC 20229 (Entry Procedures and Carriers
Branch)''.
Sec. 67.173 [Amended]
56. In Sec. 67.173, remove the words ``any port of documentation''
and add, in their place, the words ``the National Vessel Documentation
Center'; and in the NOTE, remove the words ``last port of record of the
vessel'' and add, in their
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place, the words ``National Vessel Documentation Center''.
Sec. 67.219 [Amended]
57. In Sec. 67.219(a), remove the number ``271-2400'' and add, in
its place, the number ``271-2405''.
Sec. 67.519 [Amended]
58. In Sec. 67.519, remove the word ``wavier'' and add, in its
place, the word ``waiver'.
Secs. 67.63, 67.89, 67.101, 67.111, 67.113, 67.117, 67.119, 67.133,
67.151, 67.163, 67.173, 67.175 and 67.500 [Amended]
59. In addition to the amendments set forth above, in 46 CFR part
67, remove the word ``Manager'' and add, in its place, the word
``Director'' in the following places:
(a) Section 67.63(b)(1);
(b) Section 67.89(a);
(c) Section 67.101(a);
(d) Section 67.111(a) introductory text and (b);
(e) Section 67.113(e);
(f) Section 67.117(a) introductory text and (c);
(g) Section 67.119(d);
(h) Section 67.133(a) introductory text, (a)(1), (b), and the NOTE;
(i) Section 67.151(a) and (b);
(j) Section 67.163(b);
(k) Section 67.173;
(l) Section 67.175(b) introductory text; and
(m) Section 67.500(d).
PART 78--OPERATIONS
60. The authority citation for part 78 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(j); 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 6101; 49
U.S.C. 5103, 5106; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p.
277; E.O. 12777, 56 FR 54757; 3 CFR, 1991 Comp., p. 351; 49 CFR
1.46.
Sec. 78.01-2 [Amended]
61. In Sec. 78.01-2(b), under the entry for American Society for
Testing and Materials (ASTM), remove the number ``19248-2959'' and add,
in its place, the number ``19428-2959''.
PART 97--OPERATIONS
62. The authority citation for part 97 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(j); 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 6101; 49
U.S.C. 5103, 5106; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p.
277; E.O. 12777, 56 FR 54757; 3 CFR, 1991 Comp., p. 351; 49 CFR
1.46.
Sec. 97.01-2 [Amended]
63. In Sec. 97.01-2(b), under the entry for American Society for
Testing and Materials (ASTM), remove the number ``19248-2959'' and add,
in its place, the number ``19428-2959''; and remove the number and add,
in its place, the number ``1996-97.36-1''.
Sec. 97.07-1 [Amended]
64. In Sec. 97.07-1, remove the words ``part 4'' and add, in their
place, the words ``subpart 4.05''.
PART 109--OPERATIONS
65. The authority citation for part 109 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 3306, 6101, 10104; 49 CFR
1.46.
Sec. 109.105 [Amended]
66. In Sec. 109.105(b), under the entry for American Society for
Testing and Materials (ASTM), remove the number ``19248-2959'' and add,
in its place, the number ``19428-2959''; and remove the number and add,
in its place, the number ``1996-109.563''.
PART 116--CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT
67. The authority citation for part 116 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR,
1980 Comp., p. 277; 49 CFR 1.46.
Sec. 116.415 [Amended]
68. In Sec. 116.415(c), in Table 116.415(c)-DECKS, in footnote 1,
remove ``.025 kPa'' and add, in its place, ``2.5 kg/m \2\ ''.
Sec. 116.438 [Amended]
69. In Sec. 116.438, in paragraph (n)(1), remove the number
``(m)(3)'' and add, in its place, the number ``(n)(3)''; and in
paragraph (n)(3), remove the letter ``(h)'' and add, in its place, the
letter ``(i)''.
Sec. 116.500 [Amended]
70. In Sec. 116.500(d), remove the number ``(m)(2)'' and add, in
its place, the number ``(n)(2)''.
Sec. 116.520 [Amended]
71. In Sec. 116.520(b)(1), remove the number ``(m)(2)'' and add, in
its place, the number ``(n)(2)''.
PART 120--ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
72. The authority citation for part 120 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR,
1980 Comp.,
p. 277; 49 CFR 1.46.
73. In Sec. 120.312, revise the section heading to read as follows:
Sec. 120.312 Power sources on vessels of more than 19.8 meters (65
feet) in length carrying more than 600 passengers or with overnight
accommodations for more than 49 passengers.
* * * * *
PART 133--LIFESAVING EQUIPMENT
74. The authority citation for part 133 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306; 49 CFR 1.46.
75. In Sec. 133.60, revise the heading for paragraph (a) to read as
follows:
Sec. 133.60 Communications.
(a) Emergency Position indicating radiobeacons (EPIRB).
* * * * *
PART 153--SHIPS CARRYING BULK LIQUID, LIQUEFIED GAS, OR COMPRESSED
GAS HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
76. The authority citation for part 153 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3703; 49 CFR 1.46. Section 153.40 issued
under 49 U.S.C. 5103. Sections 153.470 through 153.491, 153.1100
through 153.1132, and 153.1600 through 153.1608 also issued under 33
U.S.C. 1903(b).
Sec. 153.2 [Amended]
77. In Sec. 153.2, in paragraph (2) of the definition of Cargo
Tanks, remove the number ``Sec. 153.5'' and add, in its place the words
``Part 153, Table 1.--SUMMARY OF MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS''.
PART 160--LIFESAVING EQUIPMENT
78. The authority citation for part 160 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 3703, and 4302; E.O. 12234, 45
FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 49 CFR 1.46.
Sec. 160.035-3 [Amended]
79. In Sec. 160.035-3(l)(4), remove the word ``Polyuthane'' and
add, in its place, the word ``Polyurethane''.
80. In Sec. 160.049-2, revise paragraph (b) to read as follows:
Sec. 160.049-2 Types and sizes.
* * * * *
(b) Sizes. Buoyant cushions shall have not less than 225 square
inches of top surface area, shall contain not less than 630 cubic
inches of buoyant material, shall not be less than 2 inches thick, and
shall have width no less than 12 inches and length no less than 15
inches, respectively.
Sec. 160.064-4 [Amended]
81. In Sec. 160.064-4, in paragraph (a)(1), remove the words
``Approved for use on
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recreational boats only as a throwable device'' and add, in their
place, the words ``Approved for use on all recreational boats and on
uninspected commercial vessels less than 40 feet in length not carrying
passengers for hire by persons weighing (more than 90 lb., 50 to 90
lb., 30 to 50 lb., or less than 30 lb.''; and in paragraph (a)(2),
remove the words ``Approved for use on all recreational boats less than
16 feet in length and all canoes and kayaks, and only as a thowable
device on all other recreational boats'' and add, in their place, the
words ``Approved for use on recreational boats only as a throwable
device''.
Sec. 160.151-21 [Amended]
82. In Sec. 160.151-21(s), remove the words ``After July 1,
1998,''.
Sec. 160.151-29 [Amended]
83. In Sec. 160.151-29 introductory text, remove the words ``on or
before July 1, 1998,''.
Sec. 160.151-31 [Amended]
84. In Sec. 160.151-31, in paragraph (g) introductory text, remove
the words ``On or before May 11, 1998,'' and capitalize the word
``the'' immediately following; and remove paragraph (h).
Sec. 160.151-57 [Amended]
85. In Sec. 160.151-57(m)(3) introductory text, remove the words
``On or before November 10, 1997,'' and capitalize the word ``affix''
immediately following.
Secs. 160.151-15, 160.151-17 and 160.151-57 [Amended]
86. In addition to the amendments set forth above, in 46 CFR part
160, remove the words ``On or before July 1, 1998,'' and capitalize the
word immediately following each deleted phrase in the following places:
(a) Section 160.151-15(j);
(b) Section 160.151-17(a)(2) introductory text and (c); and
(c) Section 160.151-57(m)(2).
PART 164--MATERIALS
87. The authority citation for part 164 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703, 4302; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801,
3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 49 CFR 1.46.
Sec. 164.012-12 [Amended]
88. In Sec. 164.012-12, remove the words ``Underwriters'
Laboratories, Inc. 207 East Ohio Street Chicago, IL 60611'' and add, in
their place, the words ``Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., 333 Pfingston
Road, Northbrook, IL 60062-2096.''.
PART 170--STABILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL INSPECTED VESSELS
89. The authority citation for part 170 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 3 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 3703; E.O.
12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 49 CFR 1.46.
Sec. 170.175 [Amended]
90. In Sec. 170.175(c), remove the word ``A7BS'' and add, in its
place, the word ``ABS''.
PART 172--SPECIAL RULES PERTAINING TO BULK CARGOES
91. The authority citation for part 172 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703, 5115; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801,
3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 49 CFR 1.46.
Sec. 172-020 [Amended]
92. In Sec. 172-020(a), remove the word ``for'' immediately
preceding the words ``the sources indicated'' and add, in its place,
the word ``from''.
PART 199--LIFESAVING SYSTEMS FOR CERTAIN INSPECTED VESSELS
93. The authority citation for part 199 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; 46 CFR 1.46.
Sec. 199.110 [Amended]
94. In Sec. 199.110(f)(4), remove the word ``man'' and add, in its
place, the word ``may''.
Dated: September 22, 1998.
Joseph J. Angelo,
Acting Assistant Commandant for Marine Safety and Environmental
Protection.
[FR Doc. 98-25930 Filed 9-29-98; 8:45 am]
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