2011-12962. Certifications and Exemptions Under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972  

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    AGENCY:

    Department of the Navy, DoD.

    ACTION:

    Final rule.

    SUMMARY:

    The Department of the Navy (DoN) is amending its certifications and exemptions under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS), to reflect that the Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General (DAJAG) (Admiralty and Maritime Law) has determined that USS CALIFORNIA (SSN 781) is a vessel of the Navy which, due to its special construction and purpose, cannot fully comply with certain provisions of the 72 COLREGS without interfering with its special function as a naval ship. The intended effect of this rule is to warn mariners in waters where 72 COLREGS apply.

    DATES:

    This rule is effective May 25, 2011 and is applicable beginning May 13, 2011.

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    FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

    Lieutenant Jaewon Choi, (Admiralty and Maritime Law), Office of the Judge Advocate General, Department of the Navy, 1322 Patterson Ave., SE., Suite 3000, Washington Navy Yard, DC 20374-5066, telephone 202-685-5040.

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    SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

    Pursuant to the authority granted in 33 U.S.C. 1605, the DoN amends 32 CFR Part 706.

    This amendment provides notice that the DAJAG (Admiralty and Maritime Law), under authority delegated by the Secretary of the Navy, has certified that USS CALIFORNIA (SSN 781) is a vessel of the Navy which, due to its special construction and purpose, cannot fully comply with the following specific provisions of 72 COLREGS without interfering with its special function as a naval ship: Annex I, paragraph 2(a)(i), pertaining to the vertical placement of the masthead light; Annex I, paragraph 2(k), pertaining to the vertical separation of the anchor lights and Start Printed Page 30255vertical placement of the forward anchor light above the hull; Annex I, paragraph 3(b), pertaining to the location of the sidelights; and Rule 21(c), pertaining to the location and arc of visibility of the sternlight. The DAJAG (Admiralty and Maritime Law) has also certified that the lights involved are located in closest possible compliance with the applicable 72 COLREGS requirements.

    Moreover, it has been determined, in accordance with 32 CFR Parts 296 and 701, that publication of this amendment for public comment prior to adoption is impracticable, unnecessary, and contrary to public interest since it is based on technical findings that the placement of lights on this vessel in a manner differently from that prescribed herein will adversely affect the vessel's ability to perform its military functions.

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    List of Subjects in 32 CFR Part 706

    • Marine safety
    • Navigation (water), and Vessels
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    For the reasons set forth in the preamble, the Navy amends part 706 of title 32 of the Code of Federal Regulations as follows:

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    PART 706—CERTIFICATIONS AND EXEMPTIONS UNDER THE INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS FOR PREVENTING COLLISIONS AT SEA, 1972

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    1. The authority citation for part 706 continues to read as follows:

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    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1605.

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    2. Section 706.2 is amended as follows:

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    A. In Table One by adding, in alpha numerical order, by vessel number, an entry for USS CALIFORNIA (SSN 781); and

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    B. In Table Three by adding, in alpha numerical order, by vessel number, an entry for USS CALIFORNIA (SSN 781).

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    Certifications of the Secretary of the Navy under Executive Order 11964 and 33 U.S.C. 1605.
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    Table One

    VesselNumberDistance in meters of forward masthead light below minimum required height. § 2(a)(i), Annex I
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    USS CALIFORNIASSN 7812.76
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    Table Three

    VesselNo.Masthead lights arc of visibility; rule 21(a)Side lights arc of visibility; rule 21(b)Stern light arc of visibility; rule 21(c)Side lights distance inboard of ship's sides in meters 3(b) annex 1Stern light, distance forward of stern in meters; rule 21(c)Forward anchor light, height above hull in meters; 2(K) annex 1Anchor lights relationship of aft light to forward light in meters 2(K) annex 1
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    USS CALIFORNIASSN 781205.1°4.3711.052.80.30 below.
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    Approved: May 13, 2011.

    M. Robb Hyde,

    Commander, JAGC, U.S. Navy, Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General (Admiralty and Maritime Law).

    Dated: May 19, 2011.

    D.J. Werner,

    Lieutenant Commander, Judge Advocate General's Corps, U.S. Navy, Federal Register Liaison Officer.

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    [FR Doc. 2011-12962 Filed 5-24-11; 8:45 am]

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Document Information

Comments Received:
0 Comments
Effective Date:
5/25/2011
Published:
05/25/2011
Department:
Navy Department
Entry Type:
Rule
Action:
Final rule.
Document Number:
2011-12962
Dates:
This rule is effective May 25, 2011 and is applicable beginning May 13, 2011.
Pages:
30254-30255 (2 pages)
Topics:
Marine safety, Navigation (water), Vessels
PDF File:
2011-12962.pdf
CFR: (1)
32 CFR 706.2