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Part IV





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46 CFR Parts 32, 50, 52, et al.



Review and Update of Standards for Marine Equipment; Final Rule


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

46 CFR Parts 32, 50, 52, 53, 54, 56, 58, 59, 61, 62, 63, 76, 92, 
110, 111, 112, 113, 162, 170, 175, 176, 177, 179, 181, 182, 183, 
185

[Docket No. USCG-2003-16630]
RIN 1625-AA83

 
Review and Update of Standards for Marine Equipment

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard amends its rules relating to standards for 
marine equipment and updates the incorporation in those rules of 
references to national and international safety standards. This rule is 
part of an ongoing effort for regulatory review and reform that 
increases the focus on results, decreases the focus on process, and 
expands compliance options for the regulated public.

DATES:  This final rule is effective December 1, 2008. The 
incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule 
is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 1, 
2008.

ADDRESSES: Comments and material received from the public, as well as 
documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in the docket, 
are part of docket USCG-2003-16630 and are available for inspection or 
copying at the Docket Management Facility, (M-30), U.S. Department of 
Transportation, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New 
Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., 
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. You may also find this 
docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this rule, 
call Thane Gilman, Project Manager, Office of Design and Engineering 
Standards (CG-521), U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street, SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, telephone 202-372-1383. If you have 
questions on viewing the docket, call Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, 
Docket Operations, telephone 202-366-9826.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Table of Contents

I. Acronyms
II. Regulatory History
III. Background and Purpose
IV. Discussion of Comments and Changes
V. Incorporation by Reference
VI. Regulatory Analyses
    A. Regulatory Planning and Review
    B. Benefits
    C. Small Entities
    D. Collection of Information
    E. Federalism
    F. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
    G. Taking of Private Property
    H. Civil Justice Reform
    I. Protection of Children
    J. Indian Tribal Governments
    K. Energy Effects
    L. Technical Standards
    M. Environment

I. Acronyms

ABS American Bureau of Shipping
ABYC American Boat and Yacht Council
AGA American Gas Association
ANSI American National Standards Institute
API American Petroleum Institute
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ASTM American Standards for Testing and Materials
CGA Compressed Gas Association
CNG Compressed Natural Gas
EJMA Expansion Joint Manufacturers Association, Inc.
FCI Fluid controls Institute, Inc.
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
IMO International Maritime Organization
ISA Instrument Society of America
ISO International Organization for Standardization
LPG Liquid Petroleum Gas
MAWP Maximum Allowable Working Pressure
MSC Marine Safety Center
MSS Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fitting 
Industry, Inc.
NARA National Archives and Records Administration
NAVSEA Naval Sea Systems Command
NEC National Electric Code
NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association
NEPA National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
NFPA National Fire Protection Association
NPFC Naval Publications and Forms Center
NPRM Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
NPS Nominal Pipe Size
NTTAA National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act
PCBs Polychloride biphenyls
SAE Society of Automotive Engineers
SNPRM Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
SOLAS Safety of Life At Sea
UL Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

II. Regulatory History

    On June 30, 2004, we published a notice of proposed rulemaking 
(NPRM) entitled ``Review and Update of Standards for Marine Equipment'' 
in the Federal Register (69 FR 39742). We received 13 letters 
commenting on the proposed rule. Two commenters suggested we hold a 
public meeting to discuss changes they recommended. However, as those 
recommendations are beyond the scope of this rulemaking, we did not 
adopt this suggestion and no public meeting was held.
    In numerous cases, the exact designation of standards that we 
incorporate by reference has changed between the NPRM and this final 
rule. These changes have been made to bring our regulatory text into 
compliance with Office of the Federal Register technical requirements 
governing incorporations by reference, and are intended to help the 
public better identify exactly which standards we intend to enforce. 
They are not intended to be substantive changes and receive no further 
discussion.
    Other changes are relatively few in number and may or may not be 
substantive. They are discussed in ``IV. Discussion of Comments and 
Changes.'' Overall, the changes we have made since publishing the NPRM 
are either non-substantive or are the logical outgrowth of the NPRM. A 
supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) is, therefore, 
unnecessary, and would delay completion of this rulemaking. Thus, we 
find good cause under 5 U.S.C. 552(b)(B) to proceed with publication of 
this final rule without an SNPRM.

III. Background and Purpose

    The Coast Guard has actively participated in the development of 
industry standards of safety for marine equipment at the International 
Maritime Organization (IMO), the International Organization for 
Standardization (ISO), the ASTM International, and other standards-
setting bodies that belong to the American National Standards Institute 
(ANSI).
    This rule is part of an ongoing effort for regulatory review and 
reform, with the goals of: (1) Updating references to incorporated 
standards that have been modified; (2) removing obsolete rules; (3) 
making our regulations performance-based; and (4) expanding efforts to 
promote consensual rulemaking.

IV. Discussion of Comments and Changes

    The NPRM discusses the changes made by this rule in detail. In 
general, our changes fall into eight categories:
    (1) Revisions to authority citations.
    (2) Correction of prior inadvertent errors or deletions.
    (3) Deletion of obsolete or superfluous material.
    (4) Adoption of The International System of Units (metric) 
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    (5) Reduction of regulatory thresholds.
    (6) Stylistic revisions.
    (7) Updating cross references.
    (8) Updating references to industry standards.
    This rule affects only inspected commercial vessels. It imposes no 
new requirements and, therefore, requires no phase-in period.
    The Coast Guard received 13 letters commenting on the NPRM. Many of 
the comments suggested changes that go beyond the scope of this 
rulemaking, including the adoption of newer industry standards. This 
rulemaking is designed to update references to industry standards, but 
is not intended to introduce new standards that would change the 
substance of our regulations. We have not adopted any of these 
suggestions and, in most cases, do not discuss their merits in this 
document. Nevertheless, we appreciate these comments and may consider 
them in the future, should we ever undertake a more substantive 
revision of our rules.
    Four commenters stated that two major documents developed by the 
American Petroleum Institute (API), API RP-14F and API RP-14FZ, were 
not recognized when creating these rules and merit consideration. We 
did not consider this recommendation because it is beyond the scope of 
this rulemaking.
    Two commenters strongly recommended that the Coast Guard hold a 
public meeting to identify cable designs, their functional attributes, 
and their ultimate recognition as acceptable designs for the marine 
industry. As previously discussed, these suggestions are beyond the 
scope of this rulemaking and we did not adopt this recommendation.
    One commenter stated that, because this rulemaking is applicable to 
low voltage power control and medium voltage insulated conductor 
constructions, the optional insulation systems and armor designs 
available for these cables should be discussed during this revision 
cycle to serve the purpose of updating and including state-of-the-art 
technology. This is beyond the scope of this rulemaking, but we point 
out that new state-of-the-art technologies can be submitted for 
equivalency review.
    One commenter stated that the name of ASTM (American Society for 
Testing and Materials) has changed to American Standards for Testing 
and Materials (ASTM) International. The actual name is now ASTM 
International, and we have changed the text accordingly.
    One commenter suggested that we review the wording of Sec.  56.10-
1(b). We have reworded the paragraph to incorporate what we believe to 
be the commenter's concern.
    One commenter suggested that we incorporate a reference to 
``similar junction equipment'' in Sec.  56.10-5(c)(6). We have revised 
the paragraph accordingly.
    One commenter suggested a minor rewording of Sec.  56.25-5, which 
we have incorporated.
    One commenter asked us to remove the reference to threaded studs in 
Sec.  56.25-20(d), saying that a stud is an unthreaded pin used in 
guiding the application. We disagree and have retained the language 
used in the NPRM. Studs have threads similar to bolts, but have no 
heads.
    One commenter asked us to make minor revisions to the wording of 
Sec.  56.25-20(e). Because our intention is to reproduce ASME-B31.1, 
part 108.5.1, we decline this request and have retained the language of 
the NPRM.
    One commenter asked us to replace, in Sec.  56.30-20(d), the phrase 
``No pipe * * *'' with ``No steel pipe * * *.'' We do not think this 
change is necessary, but have revised the language in the NPRM to omit 
a reference to ANSI standard weight.
    One commenter requested minor revisions to Sec.  56.60-3(b). 
Because our intention is to reproduce ASME-B31.1 part 124.2.C, we 
decline this request and have retained the language of the NPRM.
    One commenter asked us to revise the language of Sec.  92.15-10(d). 
The commenter's proposed revision was identical to the text in the 
NPRM. However, we have revised the paragraph to include a reference to 
46 CFR 97.80-1.
    Three commenters requested that in Sec.  110.10-1, we replace the 
reference to IEEE Std 45-1998 with a reference to a newer standard, 
IEEE Std 45-2002. A fourth commenter asked us to add several 
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards to this 
section. These changes are outside the scope of the rulemaking. Note 
that in some cases, the additional standards these commenters suggest 
need not be made explicit in the regulatory text; compliance with those 
standards is already required by the standards that we do list.
    One commenter asked us to amend Sec.  111.01-9 to make it clear 
that there is no exact correlation between NEMA types and IEC IP types. 
We have retained the NPRM version of this section, which does not 
correlate the NEMA and IEC types, but provides the minimum NEMA and IEC 
IP protection required. The rule provides two separate, independent 
schemes for achieving protection. The user will follow either NEMA or 
IEC IP types.
    Three commenters requested that we change the title of Sec.  
111.05-7 and substitute ``All cables shall be installed in accordance 
with requirements of section 25 of IEEE 45-2002'' for the NPRM text, 
because the section should apply not only to armored cable but to all 
cable, thus providing the total installation requirements. We did not 
accept this recommendation because it is outside the scope of this 
rulemaking.
    Four commenters pointed out that the reference in Sec.  111.30-
19(a)(1) to ``Section 7.10'' is to IEEE 45-1998, not the newer IEEE 45-
2002 revision. They asked us to incorporate the 2002 standards in order 
to provide a higher level of safety. This recommendation is outside the 
scope of this rulemaking.
    One commenter asked us to change the minimum cable size in Sec.  
111.30-19(b)(3) from 14 AWG to 15 AWG, to be on par with IEC. This 
recommendation is outside the scope of this rulemaking.
    Three commenters suggested that the inclusion of Sec.  111.60-1(c) 
as it appeared in the NPRM is redundant, because T/N cable construction 
is covered in IEEE 1580, which is referred to in paragraph (a) of the 
section. We agree and have deleted the NPRM language of paragraph (c).
    Three commenters pointed out that Sec.  111.60-1(d), as it appeared 
in the NPRM, incorrectly referenced IEEE Std 45, which does not provide 
cable construction data. We agree that the correct reference is to IEEE 
1580 and have revised this paragraph accordingly.
    One commenter asked us to amend Sec.  111.60-2 to require the use 
of continuous corrugated metal clad armor or installation within 
continuous metal piping. This recommendation is outside the scope of 
this rulemaking.
    One commenter stated that, in Sec.  111.60-2, the reference to IEC 
60332-2 is incorrect and should be changed to IEC 60332-3-23. We agree 
that the reference in the NPRM is incorrect, but have corrected the 
reference to read IEC 60332-3-22. The same commenter also asked us to 
delete the reference in this section to ANSI/UL 1581 test VW-1, on the 
grounds that it is inferior to the other listed standards in evaluating 
flame propagation behavior of completed cable assemblies. This 
recommendation is outside the scope of this rulemaking.
    Two commenters asked us to amend Sec.  111.60-3 so that all cable 
to be installed as marine shipboard cable must meet the performance 
requirements in Table 24 of IEEE 45. We have retained the NPRM 
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cable application, not cable performance requirements. Table 24 of IEEE 
Std 45-2002 does not apply in whole to each cable construction standard 
recognized in Sec.  111.60-1 of this subpart and is not applicable to 
this section.
    Three commenters asked us to replace the NPRM's ``must meet'' in 
Sec.  111.60-3(a)(3) with ``must be applied in accordance with,'' for 
better clarity as to the correct ampacity. We agree and have changed 
the language accordingly.
    Three commenters asked us to replace the NPRM's ``be derated 
according to'' in Sec.  111.60-3(b)(1) with ``be applied in accordance 
with.'' We agree and have changed that language accordingly. However, 
we disagree with their additional comment that the reference in 
paragraph (b)(1) to Note 6 should be deleted because it requires no 
additional derating. We have retained the reference as Note 6 provides 
for additional derating of cables when the cable is double banked.
    One commenter suggested the use of ``clause'' instead of 
``paragraph'' in Sec.  111.60-3(b)(2) to conform to IEC usage. We have 
made the requested change here and throughout subpart 111.60.
    Three commenters asked us to remove the exception in Sec.  111.60-
5(a)(1) for section 25.11 of IEEE Std 45, saying the exception is not 
justified technically and that its removal would be consistent with 
Sec.  111.60-19. We have retained the exception. Section 111.60-19 
explicitly states one area where cable splicing is allowed and is only 
applicable to hazardous locations; splicing is only allowed in 
intrinsically safe locations. These locations, by definition, are low 
voltage applications.
    Three commenters asked us to broaden Sec.  111.60-5(a)(2) so that 
it refers to all of IEC 60092-352, not just to clause 8 of that 
standard, because proper installation requires use of the entire 
standard. We agree and have changed the text accordingly.
    Two commenters asked us to revise Sec.  111.60-5(c)(3) to permit 
the use of certain types of metal sheath as a grounding conductor. We 
have retained the NPRM language. The Coast Guard has a longstanding 
policy of not allowing any cable armor to be used as a grounding 
conductor. The requested change is a significant modification to our 
rules and is, therefore, beyond the scope of this rulemaking.
    One commenter asked us to revise Sec.  111.60-11(c), but without 
apparent change. We have retained the NPRM language.
    Two commenters suggested deleting Sec.  111.60-23 because its 
subject is addressed by IEEE 1580. Alternatively, they suggested 
revising the section ``to correct the construction and installation.'' 
We have retained the section as it appears in the NPRM. The requested 
change is beyond the scope of this rulemaking. Also, the restrictions 
of 46 CFR 111.60-23(c) cover a broader range of potential motions than 
those addressed in IEEE-1580, clauses 5.17.13 and 5.17.14. A detailed 
review of this issue is discussed in the Federal Register publications 
of June 4, 1996, page 28265, and May 1, 1997, page 23901. Prior to the 
publication of the existing rule, the Coast Guard conducted a complete 
review and revision of the regulations, bolstered by onsite 
observations, in order to determine the safe application of type MC 
cable aboard a vessel.
    One commenter asked us to revise Sec.  111.60-23(b) to require 
continuous corrugation, and to make other wording changes. We have 
retained the NPRM language. Continuous corrugation is already required 
by paragraph (a) of this section.
    One commenter implied that we should omit Sec. Sec.  111.105-3, 
111.105-31(e), and 111.105-41 because their content is covered by 
section 33 of IEEE Std 45-2002. We are retaining these provisions. 
Adoption of the 2002 standard would, in these cases, constitute 
substantive changes beyond the scope of this rulemaking.
    Three commenters asked us to revise Sec.  111.105-17(a) to permit 
the use of Type MC-HL cable. This recommendation is outside the scope 
of this rulemaking.
    Three commenters asked us to revise Sec.  111.105-41 so that it 
specifically references clauses 22.7.2 and 33.7.3 of IEEE 45. We are 
retaining the current general reference to IEEE 45 because several of 
its clauses are applicable.
    One commenter called our attention to an incorrect reference in 
Sec.  111.107-1. We have corrected the section so that it refers to 
IEEE-1202.
    Finally, one commenter suggested adding references, in Sec.  
113.30-25(j)(2), to IEC 60331-23 and IEC 60331-25. We are retaining the 
NPRM language for paragraph (j)(2). The recommendation is outside the 
scope of this rulemaking.

V. Incorporation by Reference

    The Director of the Federal Register has approved the material in 
46 CFR 52.01-1, 53.01-1, 54.01-1, 56.01-2, 58.03-1, 59.01-2, 62.05-1, 
63.05-1, 76.01-2, 92.01-2, 110.10-1, 162.017-1, 170.015, and 175.600 
for incorporation by reference under 5 U.S.C. 552 and 1 CFR part 51. 
Copies of the material are available from the sources listed in those 
sections.

VI. Regulatory Analyses

    We developed this rule after considering numerous statutes and 
executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our analyses 
based on 13 of these statutes or executive orders.

A. Regulatory Planning and Review

    This rule is not a significant regulatory action under section 3(f) 
of Executive Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review, and does not 
require an assessment of potential costs and benefits under section 
6(a)(3) of that Order. The Office of Management and Budget has not 
reviewed it under that Order. We expect the economic impact of this 
rule to be so minimal that a full Regulatory Assessment is unnecessary.
    We received 13 letters commenting on the NPRM. None of these 
letters suggested there would be additional costs to industry for 
compliance with these revised industry standards.
    Operators, owners, and manufacturers of vessels affected by this 
rule currently practice and adhere to national and international 
standards developed by organizations composed of representatives from a 
cross-section of interest groups affected by these standards.
    We estimate that this final rule will have no additional costs to 
industry. New vessels coming into service are equipped and built under 
the provisions and standards of this rule.
    These provisions and standards are not retroactive for owners and 
operators of existing vessels. Additionally, these owners and operators 
are not required to upgrade to the new standards if their equipment 
breaks down. Owners and operators of existing vessels have the option 
of repairing existing equipment or possibly installing similar 
equipment. These owners and operators may incur expected repair and 
replacement costs related to their existing equipment, but they will 
not incur additional mandatory costs associated with the provisions and 
requirements of this rule. If any owner or operator of an existing 
vessel of the current fleet chooses to upgrade, it is a voluntary 
upgrade.

B. Benefits

    This rule will eliminate confusion caused by outdated and 
conflicting rules on the safety of marine engineering for owners, 
operators, and manufacturers of vessels. These changes will update 
outdated rules to meet current national and international standards. In 
addition, this rule will give the maritime industry clear instructions 
and descriptions of how to comply with various rules.

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C. Small Entities

    Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601-612), we 
considered whether this rule will have a significant economic impact on 
a substantial number of small entities. The term ``small entities'' 
comprises small businesses, not-for-profit organizations that are 
independently owned and operated and are not dominant in their fields, 
and governmental jurisdictions with populations of less than 50,000.
    Therefore, the Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that 
this final rule will not have a significant economic impact on a 
substantial number of small entities because it is not retroactive and 
because it imposes no mandatory costs on owners or operators of 
vessels.

D. Collection of Information

    This rule calls for no new collection of information under the 
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520).

E. Federalism

    A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132, 
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on State or local 
governments and would either preempt State law or impose a substantial 
direct cost of compliance on them. We have analyzed this rule under 
that Order and have determined that it does not have implications for 
federalism. This rule will revise outdated standards on safety of 
marine equipment with international and national standards created and 
approved in part by State and local governments that participate in 
organizations that develop national standards for marine operation and 
safety.

F. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act

    The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531-1538) 
requires Federal agencies to assess the effects of their regulatory 
actions not specifically required by law. In particular, the Act 
addresses actions that may result in the expenditure by a State, local, 
or tribal government, in the aggregate, or by the private sector of 
$100,000,000 or more in any one year. Though this rule will not result 
in such an expenditure, we do discuss the effects of this rule 
elsewhere in this preamble.

G. Taking of Private Property

    This rule will not effect a taking of private property or otherwise 
have taking implications under Executive Order 12630, Governmental 
Actions and Interference with Constitutionally Protected Property 
Rights.

H. Civil Justice Reform

    This rule meets applicable standards in sections 3(a) and 3(b)(2) 
of Executive Order 12988, Civil Justice Reform, to minimize litigation, 
eliminate ambiguity, and reduce burden.

I. Protection of Children

    We have analyzed this rule under Executive Order 13045, Protection 
of Children from Environmental Health Risks and Safety Risks. This rule 
is not an economically significant rule and will not create an 
environmental risk to health or risk to safety that may 
disproportionately affect children.

J. Indian Tribal Governments

    This rule does not have tribal implications under Executive Order 
13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments, 
because it does not have a substantial direct effect on one or more 
Indian tribes, on the relationship between the Federal Government and 
Indian tribes, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities 
between the Federal Government and Indian tribes.

K. Energy Effects

    We have analyzed this rule under Executive Order 13211, Actions 
Concerning Regulations That Significantly Affect Energy Supply, 
Distribution, or Use. We have determined that it is not a ``significant 
energy action'' under that order because it is not a ``significant 
regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866 and is not likely to 
have a significant adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use 
of energy. The Administrator of the Office of Information and 
Regulatory Affairs has not designated it as a significant energy 
action. Therefore, it does not require a Statement of Energy Effects 
under Executive Order 13211.

L. Technical Standards

    The National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act (NTTAA) (15 
U.S.C. 272 note) directs agencies to use voluntary consensus standards 
in their regulatory activities unless the agency provides Congress, 
through the Office of Management and Budget, with an explanation of why 
using these standards would be inconsistent with applicable law or 
otherwise be impractical. Voluntary consensus standards are technical 
standards (e.g., specifications of materials, performance, design, or 
operation; test methods; sampling procedures; and related management 
systems practices) that are developed or adopted by voluntary consensus 
standards bodies.
    This rule uses voluntary consensus standards from the following 
organizations: American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) International, 
American National Standards Institute (ANSI), American Petroleum 
Institute (API), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 
American Gas Association, ASTM International, International 
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), Institute of Electrical and 
Electronic Engineers (IEEE), International Maritime Organization (IMO), 
Instrument Society of America (ISA), International Organization for 
Standardization (ISO), Manufacturers Standardization Society of the 
Valve and Fitting Industry, Inc. (MSS), Naval Sea Systems Command 
(NAVSEA), National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), 
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Naval Publications and 
Forms Center (NPFC), Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), and 
Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. (UL). The sections that reference 
these consensus standards and the locations where these standards are 
available are listed in 46 CFR 52.01-1, 53.01-1, 54.01-1, 56.01-2, 
58.03-1, 59.01-2, 62.05-1, 63.05-1, 76.01-2, 92.01-2, 110.10-1, 
162.017-1, 170.015, and 175.600.

M. Environment

    We have analyzed this rule under Department of Homeland Security 
Management Directive 5100.1 and Commandant Instruction M16475.lD, which 
guide the Coast Guard in complying with the National Environmental 
Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321-4370f), and have concluded 
under the Instruction that there are no factors in this case that would 
limit the use of a categorical exclusion under section 2.B.2 of the 
Instruction. Therefore, this rule is categorically excluded, under 
figure 2-1, paragraph (34)(d) of the Instruction, from further 
environmental documentation. This rule will replace outdated safety 
standards for marine equipment with current national and international 
standards, and therefore will not have any impact on the environment. 
An environmental analysis checklist and a categorical exclusion 
determination are available in the docket where indicated under 
ADDRESSES.

List of Subjects

46 CFR Part 32

    Cargo vessels, Fire prevention, Marine safety, Navigation (water), 
Occupational safety and health, Reporting and recordkeeping 
requirements, Seamen.

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46 CFR Part 50

    Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Vessels.

46 CFR Parts 52, 53, 54, 56, 58, 59, 61, 62, 63, and 110

    Incorporation by reference, Reporting and recordkeeping 
requirements, Vessels.

46 CFR Part 76

    Fire prevention, Incorporation by reference, Marine safety, 
Passenger vessels.

46 CFR Part 92

    Cargo vessels, Fire prevention, Incorporation by reference, Marine 
safety, Occupational safety and health, Seamen.

46 CFR Parts 111, 112

    Incorporation by reference, Vessels.

46 CFR Part 113

    Communications equipment, Fire prevention, Incorporation by 
reference, Vessels.

46 CFR Part 162

    Fire prevention, Incorporation by reference, Marine safety, Oil 
pollution, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

46 CFR Part 170

    Marine safety, Incorporation by reference, Reporting and 
recordkeeping requirements, Vessels.

46 CFR Parts 175, 177, and 185

    Marine safety, Incorporation by reference, Passenger vessels, 
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

46 CFR Parts 176, 181

    Fire prevention, Marine safety, Incorporation by reference, 
Passenger vessels, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

46 CFR Part 179, 182, 183

    Incorporation by reference, Marine safety, Passenger vessels.

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For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends 46 
CFR parts 32, 50, 52, 53, 54, 56, 58, 59, 61, 62, 63, 76, 92, 110, 111, 
112, 113, 162, 170, 175, 176, 177, 179, 181, 182, 183, and 185 as 
follows:

PART 32--SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, MACHINERY, AND HULL REQUIREMENTS

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1. Revise the authority citation for part 32 to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 3703, 3719; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 
58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security 
Delegation No. 0170.1; Subpart 32.59 also issued under the authority 
of Sec. 4109, Pub. L. 101-380, 104 Stat. 515.


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2. Add new Sec.  32.53-30 to read as follows:


Sec.  32.53-30  Positive pressure--T/ALL.

    Each inert gas system must be designed to enable the operator to 
maintain a gas pressure of 100 millimeters (4 inches) of water on 
filled cargo tanks and during loading and unloading of cargo tanks.

PART 50--GENERAL PROVISIONS

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3. The authority citation for part 50 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; E.O. 12234, 45 
FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security 
Delegation No. 0170.1; Section 50.01-20 also issued under the 
authority of 44 U.S.C. 3507.


Sec.  50.20-33  [Removed and Reserved]

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4. Remove and reserve Sec.  50.20-33.


Sec.  50.25-1  [Amended]

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5. In Sec.  50.25-1(e), remove the term ``G-MSE'' and add, in its 
place, the term ``CG-521''.

PART 52--POWER BOILERS

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6. The authority citation for part 52 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3307, 3703; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 
3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security 
Delegation No. 0170.1.


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7. Revise Sec.  52.01-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  52.01-1  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part 
with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that 
specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of 
change in the Federal Register and the material must be available to 
the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the 
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on 
the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to 
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_
regulations/ibr_locations.html. The material is also available for 
inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering 
Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, 
and is available from the sources listed below.
    (b) American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International, 
Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5990:
    (1) 2001 ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section I, Rules for 
Construction of Power Boilers (July 1, 2001) (``Section I of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''), 52.01-2; 52.01-5; 52.01-50; 52.01-
90; 52.01-95; 52.01-100; 52.01-105; 52.01-110; 52.01-115; 52.01-120; 
52.01-135; 52.01-140; 52.01-145; 52.05-1; 52.05-15; 52.05-20; 52.05-30; 
52.05-45; 52.15-1; 52.15-5; 52.20-1; 52.20-25; 52.25-3; 52.25-5; 52.25-
7; and 52.25-10.
    (2) 1998 ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section II, Part A--
Ferrous Material Specifications and Part B--Nonferrous Material 
Specifications (1998) (``Section II of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code''), 52.01-90.
    (3) [Reserved]


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8. Revise Sec.  52.01-2(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  52.01-2  Adoption of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code.

    (a) Main power boilers and auxiliary boilers shall be designed, 
constructed, inspected, tested, and stamped in accordance with section 
I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1), as limited, modified, or replaced by 
specific requirements in this part. The provisions in the appendix to 
section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code are adopted and 
shall be followed when the requirements in section I make them 
mandatory. For general information, Table 52.01-1(a) lists the various 
paragraphs in section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
that are limited, modified, or replaced by regulations in this part.
* * * * *

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9. Revise Sec.  52.01-5(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  52.01-5  Plans.

    (a) Manufacturers intending to fabricate boilers to be installed on 
vessels shall submit detailed plans as required by subpart 50.20 of 
this subchapter. The plans, including design calculations, must be 
certified by a registered professional engineer as meeting the design 
requirements in this part and in section I of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1).
* * * * *

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10. Revise Sec.  52.01-50(a) to read as follows:

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Sec.  52.01-50  Fusible plugs (modifies A-19 through A-21).

    (a) All boilers, except watertube boilers, with a maximum allowable 
working pressure in excess of 206 kPa gauge (30 psig), if fired with 
solid fuel not in suspension, or if not equipped for unattended 
waterbed operation, must be fitted with fusible plugs. Fusible plugs 
must comply with only the requirements of A19 and A20 of section I of 
the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 52.01-1) and be stamped on the casing with the name of the 
manufacturer, and on the water end of the fusible metal ``ASME Std.'' 
Fusible plugs are not permitted where the maximum steam temperature to 
which they are exposed exceeds 218 [deg]C (425 [deg]F).
* * * * *

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11. Revise Sec.  52.01-90 to read as follows:


Sec.  52.01-90  Materials (modifies PG-5 through PG-13).

    (a) Material subject to stress due to pressure must conform to 
specifications as indicated in paragraphs PG-5 through PG-13 of section 
I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this 
section.
    (b) Material not fully identified with an ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code-approved specification may be accepted as meeting Coast 
Guard requirements providing it satisfies the conditions indicated in 
paragraph PG-10 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel 
Code.
    (c) (Modifies PG-5.) When the maximum allowable working pressure 
(See PG-21) exceeds 15 pounds per square inch, cross pipes connecting 
the steam and water drums of water tube boilers, headers, cross boxes, 
and all pressure parts of the boiler proper, shall be made of a wrought 
or cast steel listed in Tables 1A and 1B of section II of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
52.01-1).
    (d) (Modifies PG-8.2.) The use of cast iron is prohibited for 
mountings, fittings, valves, or cocks attached directly to boilers 
operating at pressures exceeding 15 pounds per square inch.

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12. Revise Sec.  52.01-95(a) and (f) to read as follows:


Sec.  52.01-95  Design (modifies PG-16 through PG-31 and PG-100).

    (a) Requirements. Boilers required to be designed to this part 
shall meet the requirements of PG-16 through PG-31 of section I of the 
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 52.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this section.
* * * * *
    (f) Cylindrical components under internal pressure. (Modifies PG-
27.) The minimum required thickness and maximum allowable working 
pressure of boiler piping, tubes, drums and headers shall be as 
required by the formula in PG-27 of section I of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code except that threaded boiler tubes are not 
permitted.

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13. Revise Sec.  52.01-100(a) and (b) to read as follows:


Sec.  52.01-100  Openings and compensation (modifies PG-32 through PG-
39, PG-42 through PG-55).

    (a) The rules for openings and compensation shall be as indicated 
in PG-32 through PG-55 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) except as 
noted otherwise in this section.
    (b) (Modifies PG-39.) Pipe and nozzle necks shall be attached to 
vessel walls as indicated in PG-39 of section I of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code except that threaded connections shall not be used 
under any of the following conditions:
    (1) Pressures greater than 4,137 kPa (600 psig);
    (2) Nominal diameters greater than 51 mm (2 in.); or
    (3) Nominal diameters greater than 19 mm (0.75 in.) and pressures 
above 1,034 kPa (150 psig).
* * * * *

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14. Revise Sec.  52.01-105(a) and (b) to read as follows:


Sec.  52.01-105  Piping, valves and fittings (modifies PG-58 and PG-
59).

    (a) Boiler external piping within the jurisdiction of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code must be as indicated in PG-58 and PG-59 
of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this 
section. Piping outside the jurisdiction of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code must meet the appropriate requirements of part 56 
of this subchapter.
    (b) In addition to the requirements in PG-58 and PG-59 of section I 
of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, boiler external piping 
must:
    (1) Meet the design conditions and criteria in Sec.  56.07-10 of 
this subchapter, except Sec.  56.07-10(b);
    (2) Be included in the pipe stress calculations required by Sec.  
56.35-1 of this subchapter;
    (3) Meet the nondestructive examination requirements in Sec.  
56.95-10 of this subchapter;
    (4) Have butt welding flanges and fittings when full radiography is 
required; and
    (5) Meet the requirements for threaded joints in Sec.  56.30-20 of 
this subchapter.
* * * * *

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15. Revise Sec.  52.01-110(a) and (c) to read as follows:


Sec.  52.01-110  Water-level indicators, water columns, gauge-glass 
connections, gauge cocks, and pressure gauges (modifies PG-60).

    (a) Boiler water level devices. Boiler water level devices shall be 
as indicated in PG-60 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) except as 
noted otherwise in this section.
* * * * *
    (c) Water columns. (Modifies PG-60.2.) The use of water columns is 
generally limited to firetube boilers. Water column installations shall 
be close hauled to minimize the effect of ship motion on water level 
indication. When water columns are provided they shall be fitted 
directly to the heads or shells of boilers or drums by 1 inch minimum 
size pipes with shutoff valves attached directly to the boiler or 
drums, or if necessary, connected thereto by a distance piece both at 
the top and bottom of the water columns. Shutoff valves used in the 
pipe connections between the boiler and water column or between the 
boiler and the shutoff valves, required by PG-60.6 of section I of the 
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code for gauge glasses, shall be locked 
or sealed open. Water column piping shall not be fitted inside the 
uptake, the smoke box, or the casing. Water columns shall be fitted 
with suitable drains. Cast iron fittings are not permitted.
* * * * *

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16. Revise Sec.  52.01-115 to read as follows:


Sec.  52.01-115  Feedwater supply (modifies PG-61).

    Boiler feedwater supply must meet the requirements of PG-61 of 
section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) and Sec.  56.50-30 of this subchapter.


Sec.  52.01-120  [Amended]

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17. In Sec.  52.01-120--
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a. In paragraph (a)(1), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, 
in

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their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''; and
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b. In paragraphs (a)(2)(i), (a)(4), (a)(6), (b)(1), (c)(1), (c)(3), 
(d)(1), and (d)(2), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' wherever they 
appear and add, in their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''.


Sec.  52.01-135  [Amended]

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18. In Sec.  52.01-135--
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a. In paragraph (a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''; and
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b. In paragraphs (b) and (c), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' 
wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words ``of section I 
of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''.


Sec.  52.01-140  [Amended]

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19. In Sec.  52.01-140--
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a. In paragraph (a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)'';
0
b. In paragraph (b)(3), in the phrase ``section I of the ASME Code,'' 
add the words ``Boiler and Pressure Vessel'' between ``ASME'' and 
``Code''; and
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c. In paragraphs (c) and (d), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' 
wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words ``of section I 
of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''.


Sec.  52.01-145  [Amended]

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20. In Sec.  52.01-145 text, remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and 
add, in their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''.


Sec.  52.05-1  [Amended]

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21. In Sec.  52.05-1(a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, 
in their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''.


Sec.  52.05-15  [Amended]

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22. In Sec.  52.05-15(a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and 
add, in their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''.

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23. Revise Sec.  52.05-20 to read as follows:


Sec.  52.05-20  Radiographic and ultrasonic examination (modifies PW-11 
and PW-41.1).

    Radiographic and ultrasonic examination of welded joints must be as 
described in PW-11 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel 
Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1), except that parts 
of boilers fabricated of pipe material such as drums, shells, 
downcomers, risers, cross pipes, headers, and tubes containing only 
circumferentially welded butt joints, must be nondestructively examined 
as required by Sec.  56.95-10 of this subchapter even though they may 
be exempted by the limits on size specified in Table PW-11 and PW-41.1 
of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.


Sec.  52.05-30  [Amended]

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24. In Sec.  52.05-30--
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a. In paragraph (a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''; and
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b. In paragraphs (b) and (c), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' 
wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words ``of section I 
of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''.


Sec.  52.05-45  [Amended]

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25. In Sec.  52.05-45--
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a. In paragraph (a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''; and
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b. In paragraphs (b) and (c), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' 
wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words ``of section I 
of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''.


Sec.  52.15-1  [Amended]

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26. In Sec.  52.15-1 text, remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and 
add, in their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''.


Sec.  52.15-5  [Amended]

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27. In Sec.  52.15-5--
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a. In paragraph (a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''; and
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b. In paragraph (b), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code''.

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28. Revise Sec.  52.20-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  52.20-1  General (modifies PFT-1 through PFT-49).

    Firetube boilers and parts thereof shall be as indicated in PFT-1 
through PFT-49 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) except as noted 
otherwise in this subpart.


Sec.  52.20-25  [Amended]

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29. In Sec.  52.20-25(a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and 
add, in their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''.


Sec.  52.25-3  [Amended]

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30. In Sec.  52.25-3, remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''.


Sec.  52.25-5  [Amended]

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31. In Sec.  52.25-5, remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''.


Sec.  52.25-7  [Amended]

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32. In Sec.  52.25-7, remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''.


Sec.  52.25-10  [Amended]

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33. In Sec.  52.25-10(a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and 
add, in their place, the words ``of section I of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)''.

PART 53--HEATING BOILERS

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34. The authority citation for part 53 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 
1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 
0170.1.

[[Page 65163]]


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35. Revise Sec.  53.01-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  53.01-1  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part 
with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that 
specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of 
change in the Federal Register and the material must be available to 
the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the 
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on 
the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to 
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_
regulations/ibr_locations.html. The material is also available for 
inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering 
Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, 
and is available from the sources listed below.
    (b) American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International, 
Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5990:
    (1) 2001 ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section I, Rules for 
Construction of Power Boilers (July 1, 2001) (``Section I of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''), 53.01-10.
    (2) 2004 ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IV, Rules 
for Construction of Heating Boilers (July 1, 2004) (``Section IV of the 
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''), 53.01-3; 53.01-5; 53.01-10; 
53.05-1; 53.05-2; 53.05-3; 53.05-5; 53.10-1; 53.10-3; 53.10-10; 53.10-
15; and 53.12-1.
    (c) Underwriters Laboratories Inc., 333 Pfingston Road, Northbrook, 
IL 60062-2096:
    (1) UL 174, Standard for Household Electric Storage Tank Water 
Heaters, Tenth Edition, Feb. 28, 1996 (Revisions through and including 
Nov. 10, 1997) (''UL 174''), 53.01-10.
    (2) UL 1453, Standard for Electric Booster and Commercial Storage 
Tank Water Heaters, Fourth Edition, Sep. 1, 1995 (``UL 1453''), 53.01-
10.

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36. Revise Sec.  53.01-3(a), (b), and paragraph (c) introductory text 
to read as follows:


Sec.  53.01-3  Adoption of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code.

    (a) Heating boilers shall be designed, constructed, inspected, 
tested, and stamped in accordance with section IV of the ASME Boiler 
and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-
1) as limited, modified, or replaced by specific requirements in this 
part. The provisions in the appendices to section IV of the ASME Boiler 
and Pressure Vessel Code are adopted and shall be followed when the 
requirements in section IV make them mandatory. For general 
information, Table 53.01-3(a) lists the various paragraphs in section 
IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code that are limited, 
modified, or replaced by regulations in this part.

   Table 53.01-3(a)--Limitations and Modifications in the Adoption of
         Section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
------------------------------------------------------------------------
  Paragraphs in Section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure     Unit of
              Vessel Code \1\ and disposition                 this part
------------------------------------------------------------------------
HG-100 modified by.........................................   53.01-5(b)
HG-101 replaced by.........................................     53.01-10
HG-400 modified by.........................................      53.05-1
HG-400.2 modified by.......................................      53.05-2
HG-401 modified by.........................................      53.05-1
HG-401.2 modified by.......................................      53.05-3
HG-500 through HG-540 modified by..........................      53.10-3
HG-600 through HG-640 modified by..........................      53.12-1
------------------------------------------------------------------------
\1\ The references to specific provisions in the ASME Boiler and
  Pressure Vessel Code are coded. The first letter, such as ``H,''
  refers to section IV. The second letter, such as ``G,'' refers to a
  part or subpart in section IV. The number following the letters refers
  to the paragraph so numbered in the text of the part or subpart in
  section IV.

    (b) References to the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, such as 
paragraph HG-307, indicate:
    H = Section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
    G = Part containing general requirements.
    3 = Article in part.
    307 = Paragraph within Article 3.
    (c) When a paragraph or a section of the regulations in this part 
relates to material in section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code, the relationship with the code will be shown immediately 
following the heading of the section or at the beginning of the 
paragraph, as follows:
* * * * *

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37. Revise Sec.  53.01-5 to read as follows:


Sec.  53.01-5  Scope (modifies HG-100).

    (a) The regulations in this part apply to steam heating boilers, 
hot water boilers (which include hot water heating boilers and hot 
water supply boilers), and to appurtenances thereto. The requirements 
in this part shall be used in conjunction with section IV of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
53.01-1). Table 54.01-5(a) of this subchapter gives a breakdown by 
parts in this subchapter of the regulations governing various types of 
pressure vessels and boilers.
    (b) (Modifies HG-100.) The requirements of Part HG of section IV of 
the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code shall be used except as noted 
otherwise in this part.

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38. Amend Sec.  53.01-10 by revising paragraphs (a), (c)(1), (e) 
introductory text, and (e)(1) to read as follows:


Sec.  53.01-10  Service restrictions and exceptions (replaces HG-101).

    (a) General. The service restrictions and exceptions shall be as 
indicated in this section in lieu of the requirements in HG-101 of 
section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1).
* * * * *
    (c) Hot water supply boilers. (1) Electrically fired hot water 
supply boilers that have a capacity not greater than 454 liters (120 
gallons), a heat input not greater than 58.6 kilowatts (200,000 BTU per 
hour), and are listed as approved under Underwriters' Laboratories UL 
174 or UL 1453 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1) are 
exempted from the requirements of this part provided they are protected 
by a pressure relief device. This relief device need not comply with 
Sec.  53.05-2.
* * * * *
    (e) Heating boilers whose operating conditions are within the 
service restrictions of Sec.  53.01-10(b)(1) may be constructed in 
accordance with section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1). In addition, these 
heating boilers must:
    (1) Be stamped with the appropriate ASME Code symbol in accordance 
with PG-104 through PG-113 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code;
* * * * *

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39. Revise Sec.  53.05-1(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  53.05-1  Safety valve requirements for steam boilers (modifies 
HG-400 and HG-401).

    (a) The pressure relief valve requirements and the safety valve 
requirements for steam boilers must be as indicated in HG-400 and HG-
401 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by

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reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this 
section.
* * * * *

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40. Revise Sec.  53.05-2(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  53.05-2  Relief valve requirements for hot water boilers 
(modifies HG-400.2).

    (a) The relief valve requirements for hot water boilers must be as 
indicated in article 4 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1) except as 
noted otherwise in this section.
* * * * *

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41. Revise Sec.  53.05-3 to read as follows:


Sec.  53.05-3  Materials (modifies HG-401.2).

    Materials for valves must be in accordance with HG-401.2 of section 
IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1) except that nonmetallic materials may be 
used only for gaskets and packing.

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42. Revise Sec.  53.05-5 to read as follows:


Sec.  53.05-5  Discharge capacities and valve markings.

    The discharge capacities and valve markings must be as indicated in 
HG-402 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1). The discharge 
capacities must be certified by the National Board of Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Inspectors.

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43. Revise Sec.  53.10-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  53.10-1  General.

    The tests, inspection, stamping, and reporting of heating boilers 
shall be as indicated in Article 5, Part HG of section IV of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
53.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this subpart.

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44. Revise Sec.  53.10-3(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  53.10-3  Inspection and tests (modifies HG-500 through HG-540).

    (a) The inspections required by HG-500 through HG-540 must be 
performed by the ``Authorized Inspector'' as defined in HG-515 of 
section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1). The Authorized Inspector shall hold a 
valid commission issued by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Inspectors. After installation, heating boilers must be 
inspected for compliance with this part by a marine inspector.
* * * * *

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45. Revise Sec.  53.10-10 to read as follows:


Sec.  53.10-10  Certification by stamping.

    Stamping of heating boilers shall be as indicated in HG-530 of 
section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1).
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46. Revise Sec.  53.10-15 to read as follows:


Sec.  53.10-15  Manufacturers' data report forms.

    The manufacturers' data report forms required by HG-520 of section 
IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1) must be made available to the marine 
inspector for review. The Authorized Inspector's National Board 
commission number must be included on the manufacturers' data report 
forms.

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47. Amend subpart 53.12 by revising the subpart heading and Sec.  
53.12-1(a) to read as follows:

Subpart 53.12--Instruments, Fittings, and Controls (Article 6)


Sec.  53.12-1  General (modifies HG-600 through HG-640).

    (a) The instruments, fittings and controls for heating boilers 
shall be as indicated in HG-600 through HG-640 of section IV of the 
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 53.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this section.
* * * * *

PART 54--PRESSURE VESSELS

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48. The authority citation for part 54 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1509; 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; 
E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of 
Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.


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49. Revise Sec.  54.01-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  54.01-1  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part 
with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that 
specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of 
change in the Federal Register and the material must be available to 
the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the 
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on 
the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to 
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_
regulations/ibr_locations.html. The material is also available for 
inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering 
Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, 
and is available from the sources listed below.
    (b) American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International, 
Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5990:
    (1) ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1, 
Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels (1998 with 1999 and 2000 
addenda) (``Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel 
Code''), 54.01-2; 54.01-5; 54.01-15; 54.01-18; 54.01-25; 54.01-30; 
54.01-35; 54.03-1; 54.05-1; 54.10-1; 54.10-3; 54.10-5; 54.10-10; 54.10-
15; 54.15-1; 54.15-5; 54.15-10; 54.15-13; 54.20-1; 54.20-3; 54.25-1; 
54.25-3; 54.25-8; 54.25-10; 54.25-15; 54.25-20; 54.30-3; 54.30-5; 
54.30-10; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (c) ASTM International (formerly American Society for Testing and 
Materials) (ASTM), 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-
2959:
    (1) ASTM A 20/A 20M-97a, Standard Specification for General 
Requirements for Steel Plates for Pressure Vessels (``ASTM A 20''), 
54.05-10; 54.25-10;
    (2) ASTM A 203/A 203M-97, Standard Specification for Pressure 
Vessel Plates, Alloy Steel, Nickel (``ASTM A 203''), 54.05-20;
    (3) ASTM A 370-97a, Standard Test Methods and Definitions for 
Mechanical Testing of Steel Products (``ASTM A 370''), 54.25-20;
    (4) ASTM E 23-96, Standard Test Methods for Notched Bar Impact 
Testing of Metallic Materials (``ASTM Specification E 23''), 54.05-5; 
and
    (5) ASTM E 208-95a, Standard Test Method for Conducting Drop-Weight 
Test to Determine Nil-Ductility Transition Temperature of Ferritic 
Steels (``ASTM Specification E 208''), 54.05-5.
    (d) Compressed Gas Association (CGA), 500 Fifth Avenue, New York, 
NY 10036:
    (1) S-1.2, Pressure Relief Device Standards--Part 2--Cargo and 
Portable Tanks for Compressed Gases, 1979 (``CGA S-1.2''), 54.15-10; 
and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (e) Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings 
Industry, Inc. (MSS), 127 Park Street NE, Vienna, VA 22180:

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    (1) SP-25-1998 Standard Marking System for Valves, Fittings, 
Flanges and Unions (1998) (``MSS SP-25''), 54.01-25; and
    (2) [Reserved]

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50. Amend Sec.  54.01-2 by revising the section heading and paragraphs 
(a), (b), and (c) introductory text to read as follows:


Sec.  54.01-2  Adoption of division 1 of section VIII of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

    (a) Pressure vessels shall be designed, constructed, and inspected 
in accordance with section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel 
Code (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 54.01-1), as limited, 
modified, or replaced by specific requirements in this part. The 
provisions in the appendices to section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code are adopted and shall be followed when the 
requirements in section VIII make them mandatory. For general 
information, Table 54.01-2(a) lists the various paragraphs in section 
VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code that are limited, 
modified, or replaced by regulations in this part.

   Table 54.01-2(a)--Limitations and Modifications in the Adoption of
        Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Paragraphs in section VIII of the ASME Boiler
 and Pressure Vessel Code\1\ and disposition       Unit of this part
------------------------------------------------------------------------
U-1 and U-2 modified by......................  54.01-5 through 54.01-15.
U-1(c) replaced by...........................  54.01-5.
U-1(d) replaced by...........................  54.01-5(a) and 54.01-15.
U-1(g) modified by...........................  54.01-10.
U-1(c)(2) modified by........................  54.01-15.
UG-11 modified by............................  54.01-25.
UG-22 modified by............................  54.01-30.
UG-25 modified by............................  54.01-35.
UG-28 modified by............................  54.01-40.
UG-84 replaced by............................  54.05-1.
UG-90 and UG-91 replaced by..................  54.10-3.
UG-92 through UG-103 modified by.............  54.10-1 through 54.10-15.
UG-98 reproduced by..........................  54.10-5.
UG-115 through UG-120 modified by............  54.10-1.
UG-116, except (k), replaced by..............  54.10-20(a).
UG-116(k) replaced by........................  54.10-20(b).
UG-117 replaced by...........................  54.10-20(c).
UG-118 replaced by...........................  54.10-20(a).
UG-119 modified by...........................  54.10-20(d).
UG-120 modified by...........................  54.10-25.
UG-125 through UG-137 modified by............  54.15-1 through 54.15-15.
UW-1 through UW-65 modified by...............  54.20-1.
UW-2(a) replaced by..........................  54.01-5(b) and 54.20-2.
UW-2(b) replaced by..........................  54.01-5(b) and 54.20-2.
UW-9, UW-11(a), UW-13, and UW-16 modified by.  54.20-3.
UW-11(a) modified by.........................  54.25-8.
UW-26, UW-27, UW-28, UW-29, UW-47, and UW-48   54.20-5.
 modified by.
UB-1 modified by.............................  54.23-1
UB-2 modified by.............................  52.01-95(d) and 56.30-
                                                30(b)(1).
UCS-6 modified by............................  54.25-3.
UCS-56 modified by...........................  54.25-7.
UCS-57, UNF-57, UHA-33, and UHT-57 modified    54.25-8.
 by.
UCS-65 through UCS-67 replaced by............  54.25-10.
UHA-23(b) and UHA-51 modified by.............  54.25-15.
UHT-5(c), UHT-6, and UHT-23 modified by......  54.25-20.
UHT-82 modified by...........................  54.25-20 and 54.25-25.
Appendix 3 modified by.......................  54.15-3.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
\1\ The references to specific provisions in section VIII of the ASME
  Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code are coded. The first letter, such as
  ``U,'' refers to division 1 of section VIII. The second letter, such
  as ``G,'' refers to a subsection within section VIII. The number
  refers to the paragraph within the subsection.

    (b) References to the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, such as 
paragraph UG-125, indicate:
    U = Division 1 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code.
    G = Part containing general requirements.
    125 = Paragraph within part.
    (c) When a paragraph or a section of the regulations in this part 
relates to material in section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code, the relationship with the code will be shown immediately 
following the heading of the section or at the beginning of the 
paragraph, as follows:
* * * * *

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51. In Sec.  54.01-5--
0
a. In paragraph (c)(3), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, 
in their place, the words ``of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)'';
0
b. In paragraph (e), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''; 
and
0
c. Revise Table 54.01-5(b) to read as set out below;


Sec.  54.01-5  Scope (modifies U-1 and U-2).

* * * * *

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                                                    Table 54.01-5(b)--Pressure Vessel Classification
                    [Note to Table 54.01-5(b): All classes of pressure vessels are subject to shop inspection and plan approval.\4\]
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                                                                                                                 Radiography
                                                                                                            requirements, section
                                                                                                               VIII of the ASME
                                                                 Class limits on       Joint requirements    Boiler and Pressure       Post-weld heat
               Class                    Service contents          pressure and               1,6,7               Vessel Code             treatment
                                                                   temperature                                 (incorporated by       requirements 5,7
                                                                                                            reference, see 46 CFR
                                                                                                                 54.01-1) 3,7
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I..................................  (a) Vapor or gas......  Vapor or gas: Over 600  (1) For category A;    Full on all butt       For carbon- or low-
                                     (b) Liquid............   p.s.i. or 700 [deg]F.   (1) or (2) for         joints regardless of   alloy steel, in
                                     (c) Hazardous           Liquid: Over 600         category B. All        thickness.             accordance with
                                      Materials \2\.          p.s.i. or 400 [deg]F.   categories C and D     Exceptions listed in   Table UCS-56 of
                                                                                      must have full         Table UCS-57 of        section VIII of the
                                                                                      penetration welds      section VIII of the    ASME Boiler and
                                                                                      extending through      ASME Boiler and        Pressure Vessel
                                                                                      the entire thickness   Pressure Vessel Code   Code, regardless of
                                                                                      of the vessel wall     do not apply.          thickness. For other
                                                                                      or nozzle wall.                               materials, in
                                                                                                                                    accordance with
                                                                                                                                    section VIII.
I-L Low Temperature................  (a) Vapor or gas, or    Over 250 p.s.i. and     (1) For categories A   Full on all butt       For carbon- or low-
                                      liquid.                 service temp. below 0   and B. All             joints regardless of   alloy steel, in
                                     (b) Hazardous            [deg]F.                 categories C and D     thickness.             accordance with
                                      Materials \2\.                                  must have full         Exceptions listed in   Table UCS-56 of
                                                                                      penetration welds      Table UCS-57 of        section VIII of the
                                                                                      extending through      section VIII of the    ASME Boiler and
                                                                                      the entire thickness   ASME Boiler and        Pressure Vessel
                                                                                      of the vessel wall     Pressure Vessel Code   Code, regardless of
                                                                                      or nozzle wall. No     do not apply.          thickness. For other
                                                                                      backing rings or                              materials, in
                                                                                      strips left in place.                         accordance with
                                                                                                                                    section VIII.
II.................................  (a) Vapor or gas......  Vapor or gas: 30        (1) Or (2) for         Spot, unless exempted  In accordance with
                                     (b) Liquid............   through 600 p.s.i. or   category A. (1),       by UW-11(c) of         section VIII of the
                                     (c) Hazardous            275 through 700         (2), or (3) for        section VIII of the    ASME Boiler and
                                      Materials 2,3,6.        [deg]F.                 category B.            ASME Boiler and        Pressure Vessel
                                                             Liquid: 200 through     Categories C and D in   Pressure Vessel Code.  Code.
                                                              600 p.s.i. or 250       accordance with UW-
                                                              through 400 [deg]F.     16 of section VIII
                                                                                      of the ASME Boiler
                                                                                      and Pressure Vessel
                                                                                      Code.
II-L Low Temperature...............  (a) Vapor or gas, or    0 through 250 p.s.i.    (1) For category A;    Spot. The exemption    Same as for I-L
                                      liquid.                 and service temp.       (1) or (2) for         of UW-11(c) of         except that
                                     (b) Hazardous            below 0 [deg]F.         category B. All        section VIII of the    mechanical stress
                                      Materials \2\.                                  categories C and D     ASME Boiler and        relief may be
                                                                                      must have full-        Pressure Vessel Code   substituted if
                                                                                      penetration welds      does not apply.        allowed under
                                                                                      extending through                             Subpart 54.30 of
                                                                                      the entire thickness                          this chapter.
                                                                                      of the vessel wall
                                                                                      or nozzle wall.
III................................  (a) Vapor or gas......  Vapor or gas: Under 30  In accordance with     Spot, unless exempted  In accordance with
                                     (b) Liquid............   p.s.i. and 0 through    Section VIII of the    by UW-11(c) of         section VIII of the
                                     (c) Hazardous            275 [deg]F.             ASME Boiler and        section VIII of the    ASME Boiler and
                                      Materials 2,3,6.       Liquid: Under 200        Pressure Vessel Code.  ASME Boiler and        Pressure Vessel
                                                              p.s.i. and 0 through                           Pressure Vessel Code.  Code.
                                                              250 [deg]F.
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\1\ Welded joint categories are defined under UW-3 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. Joint types are described in Table UW-12
  of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, and numbered (1), (2), etc.
\2\ See 46 CFR 54.20-2.
\3\ See 46 CFR 54.25-8(c) and 54.25-10(d).
\4\ See 46 CFR 54.01-15 and 54.10-3 for exemptions.
\5\ Specific requirements modifying Table UCS-56 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code appear in 46 CFR 54.25-7.
\6\ See 46 CFR 54.20-3(c) and (f).
\7\ Applies only to welded pressure vessels.


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52. In Sec.  54.01-10, revise the section heading to read as follows:


Sec.  54.01-10  Steam-generating pressure vessels (modifies U-1(g)).

* * * * *

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53. Amend Sec.  54.01-15 by revising the section heading and paragraphs 
(a)(1), (2)(i) through (iv), (3)(i), and (4) to read as follows:


Sec.  54.01-15  Exemptions from shop inspection and plan approval 
(modifies U-1(c)(2)).

    (a) * * *
    (1) Vessels containing water at a pressure not greater than 689 kPa 
(100 pounds per square inch gauge or

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``psig''), and at a temperature not above 93 [deg]C (200 [deg]F) 
including those containing air, the compression of which serves only as 
a cushion. Air-charging lines may be permanently attached if the air 
pressure does not exceed 103 kPa (15 psig).
    (2) * * *
    (i) A heat input of 58 kW (200,000 B.t.u. per hour);
    (ii) A water temperature of 93 [deg]C (200 [deg]F);
    (iii) A nominal water-containing capacity of 454 liters (120 
gallons); or
    (iv) A pressure of 689 kPa (100 psig).
* * * * *
    (3)(i) Vessels having an internal operating pressure not exceeding 
103 kPa (15 psig) with no limitation on size. (See UG-28(f) of section 
VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1.)
* * * * *
    (4) Condensers and heat exchangers, regardless of size, when the 
design is such that the liquid phase is not greater than 689 kPa (100 
psig) and 200 [deg]F (93 [deg]C) and the vapor phase is not greater 
than 103 kPa (15 psig) provided that the OCMI is satisfied that system 
over-pressure conditions are addressed by the owner or operator.
* * * * *


Sec.  54.01-18  [Amended]

0
54. In Sec.  54.01-18(b)(5), remove the words, ``of section VIII of the 
ASME Code'' and add, in their place, the words ``of section VIII of the 
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 54.01-1)''.


Sec.  54.01-25  [Amended]

0
55. In Sec.  54.01-25--
0
a. In paragraph (a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''; 
and
0
b. In paragraph (b), remove the term ``MSS (Manufacturers' 
Standardization Society) Standard SP-25'' and, in its place, insert the 
words ``MSS SP-25 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''.


Sec.  54.01-30  [Amended]

0
56. In Sec.  54.01-30--
0
a. In paragraph (a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''; 
and
0
b. In paragraph (b) introductory text, remove the words ``of the ASME 
Code'' and add, in their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''.


Sec.  54.01-35  [Amended]

0
57. In Sec.  54.01-35--
0
a. In paragraph (a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)'';
0
b. In paragraph (b)(4), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, 
in their place, the words ``of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel 
Code''; and
0
c. In the note following paragraph (d)(2), remove the words ``of the 
ASME Code'' and add, in their place, the words ``of section VIII of the 
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''.


Sec.  54.03-1  [Amended]

0
58. In Sec.  54.03-1, remove the paragraph designation; and in the 
text, remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in their place, 
the words ``of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''.


Sec.  54.05-1  [Amended]

0
59. In Sec.  54.05-1, remove the paragraph designation; and in the 
text, remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in their place, 
the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''.


Sec.  54.10-1  [Amended]

0
60. In Sec.  54.10-1, remove the paragraph designation; and in the 
text, remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in their place, 
the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''.


Sec.  54.10-3  [Amended]

0
61. In Sec.  54.10-3(b), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, 
in their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''.

0
62. Revise Sec.  54.10-5 to read as follows:


Sec.  54.10-5  Maximum allowable working pressure (reproduces UG-98).

    (a) The maximum allowable working pressure for a vessel is the 
maximum pressure permissible at the top of the vessel in its normal 
operating position at the designated coincident temperature specified 
for that pressure. It is the least of the values found for maximum 
allowable working pressure for any of the essential parts of the vessel 
by the principles given in paragraph (b) of this section and adjusted 
for any difference in static head that may exist between the part 
considered and the top of the vessel. (See Appendix 3 of section VIII 
of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 54.01-1.)
    (b) The maximum allowable working pressure for a vessel part is the 
maximum internal or external pressure, including the static head 
hereon, as determined by the rules and formulas in section VIII of the 
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, together with the effect of any 
combination of loadings listed in UG-22 of section VIII of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (see 46 CFR 54.01-30) that are likely 
to occur, or the designated coincident operating temperature, excluding 
any metal thickness specified as corrosion allowance. (See UG-25 of 
section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.)
    (c) Maximum allowable working pressure may be determined for more 
than one designated operating temperature, using for each temperature 
the applicable allowable stress value.

    Note: Table 54.10-5 gives pictorially the interrelation among 
the various pressure levels pertinent to this part of the 
regulations. It includes reference to section VIII of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code for definitions and explanations.

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0
63. In Sec.  54.10-10--
0
a. Amend paragraph (b) by revising the first and second sentences to 
read as set out below; and
0
b. In paragraph (e), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code''.


Sec.  54.10-10  Standard hydrostatic test (modifies UG-99).

* * * * *
    (b) The hydrostatic-test pressure must be at least one and three-
tenths (1.30) times the maximum allowable working pressure stamped on 
the pressure vessel, multiplied by the ratio of the stress value ``S'' 
at the test temperature to the stress value ``S'' at the design 
temperature for the materials of which the pressure vessel is 
constructed. The values for ``S'' shall be taken from Tables UCS 23, 
UNF 23, UHA 23, or UHT 23 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 54.01-1). * 
* *
* * * * *

0
64. Revise Sec.  54.10-15(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  54.10-15  Pneumatic test (modifies UG-100).

* * * * *
    (c) Except for enameled vessels, for which the pneumatic test 
pressure shall be at least equal to, but need not exceed, the maximum 
allowable working pressure to be marked on the vessel, the pneumatic 
test pressure shall be at least equal to one and one-tenth (1.10) times 
the maximum allowable working pressure to be stamped on the vessel 
multiplied by the lowest ratio (for the materials of which the vessel 
is constructed) of the stress value ``S'' for the test temperature of 
the vessel to the stress value ``S'' for the design temperature (see 
UG-21 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)). In no case shall the 
pneumatic test pressure exceed one and one-tenth (1.10) times the basis 
for calculated test pressure as defined in UA-60(e) of section VIII of 
the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
* * * * *

0
65. Revise Sec.  54.10-20(a)(6) to read as follows:


Sec.  54.10-20  Marking and stamping.

    (a) * * *
    (6) Minimum design metal temperature, if below -18 [deg]C (0 
[deg]F).
* * * * *

0
66. Revise Sec.  54.15-1 section heading and paragraph (a) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  54.15-1  General (modifies UG-125 through UG-137).

    (a) All pressure vessels built in accordance with applicable 
requirements in section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel 
Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1) must be provided 
with protective devices as indicated in UG-125 through UG-137 of 
section VIII except as noted otherwise in this subpart.
* * * * *

0
67. Revise Sec.  54.15-3 section heading to read as follows:


Sec.  54.15-3  Definitions (modifies Appendix 3).

* * * * *


Sec.  54.15-5  [Amended]

0
68. In Sec.  54.15-5(a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, 
in their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''.


Sec.  54.15-10  [Amended]

0
69. In Sec.  54.15-10--
0
a. In paragraph (e), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)'';
0
b. In paragraph (h)(1), remove the term ``Compressed Gas Association 
Standard S-1.2.5.2'' and add, in its place, the words ``CGA S-1.2 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)'';
0
c. In paragraph (h)(2), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, 
in their place, the words ``of Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code''; and
0
d. In paragraph (h)(3), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, 
in their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code''.


Sec.  54.15-13  [Amended]

0
70. In Sec.  54.15-13(a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and 
add, in their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''.


Sec.  54.20-1  [Amended]

0
71. In Sec.  54.20-1(a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, 
in their place, the words ``of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''.


Sec.  54.20-3  [Amended]

0
72. In Sec.  54.20-3--
0
a. In paragraph (b), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''; 
and
0
b. In paragraphs (c) and (d), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' 
wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words ``of section 
VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''.


Sec.  54.25-1  [Amended]

0
73. In Sec.  54.25-1, remove the paragraph designation; and in the 
text, remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in their place, 
the words ``of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''.

0
74. Revise Sec.  54.25-3 to read as follows:


Sec.  54.25-3  Steel plates (modifies UCS-6).

    The steels listed in UCS-6(b) of section VIII of the ASME Boiler 
and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-
1) will be allowed only in Class III pressure vessels (see Table 54.01-
5(b)).

0
75. Revise Sec.  54.25-5 to read as follows:


Sec.  54.25-5  Corrosion allowance.

    The corrosion allowance must be as required in 46 CFR 54.01-35.


Sec.  54.25-8  [Amended]

0
76. In Sec.  54.25-8(b), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, 
in their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''.


Sec.  54.25-10  [Amended]

0
77. In 54.25-10--
0
a. In paragraph (b) introductory text, remove the words ``in the ASME 
Code'' and add, in their place, the words ``in section VIII of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
54.01-1)'';
0
b. In paragraph (c), remove the words ``Table UCS-23 of the ASME Code'' 
and add, in their place, the words ``Table UCS-23 of section VIII of 
the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''; and remove the words 
``Appendix P of section VIII of the ASME Code'' and add, in their 
place, the words ``Appendix P of Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code''.

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Sec.  54.25-15  [Amended]

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78. In Sec.  54.25-15--
0
a. In paragraph (a), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''; 
and
0
b. In paragraphs (b) and (c), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' 
wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words ``of section 
VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.''

0
79. Amend Sec.  54.25-20 by revising paragraphs (b) introductory text, 
(c), and (e) to read as follows:


Sec.  54.25-20  Low temperature operation--ferritic steels with 
properties enhanced by heat treatment (modifies UHT-5(c), UHT-6, UHT-
23, and UHT-82).

* * * * *
    (b) The materials permitted under paragraph (a) of this section 
shall be tested for toughness in accordance with the requirements of 
UHT-6 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1) except that tests shall 
be conducted at the temperature specified in Sec.  54.05-6 in lieu of 
that in UHT-5(c) of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel 
Code.
* * * * *
    (c) The qualification of welding procedures, welders and weld-
production testing for the steels of Table 54.25-20(a) must conform to 
the requirements of part 57 of this subchapter and to those of subpart 
54.05 of this part except that the acceptance criteria for Charpy V-
notch testing must be in accordance with UHT-6(a)(4) of section VIII of 
the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
* * * * *
    (e) Except as permitted by Sec.  54.05-30, the allowable stress 
values may not exceed those given in Table UHT-23 of section VIII of 
the ASME Boiler Pressure and Vessel Code for temperatures of 150 [deg]F 
and below.

0
80. Revise Sec.  54.25-25(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  54.25-25  Welding of quenched and tempered steels (modifies UHT-
82).

    (a) The qualification of welding procedures, welders, and weld-
production testing must conform to the requirements of part 57 of this 
subchapter. The requirements of 46 CFR 57.03-1(d) apply to welded 
pressure vessels and non-pressure vessel type tanks of quenched and 
tempered steels other than 9-percent nickel.
* * * * *

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81. Revise Sec.  54.30-3(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  54.30-3  Introduction.

* * * * *
    (c) The weld joint efficiencies as listed in Table UW-12 of section 
VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1) shall apply except that a minimum of 
spot radiography will be required. UW-12(c) of section VIII of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code that permits omitting all radiography 
does not apply. Spot examination shall follow UW-52 of section VIII of 
the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and, in addition, these 
vessels will be required to have radiographic examination of 
intersecting circumferential and longitudinal joints for a distance of 
at least 20 times the plate thickness from the junction. See 46 CFR 
54.25-8 on spot radiography.
* * * * *


Sec.  54.30-5  [Amended]

0
82. In Sec.  54.30-5--
0
a. In paragraph (a)(1), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and add, 
in their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)''; 
and
0
b. In paragraphs (a)(4) and (6), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' 
wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words ``of section 
VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''.


Sec.  54.30-10  [Amended]

0
83. In Sec.  54.30-10(a)(1), remove the words ``of the ASME Code'' and 
add, in their place, the words ``of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1).''

PART 56--PIPING SYSTEMS AND APPURTENANCES

0
84. 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; Department of 
Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.

Subpart 56.01--[Amended]

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85. Remove the note following the heading to subpart 56.01.

0
86. Revise Sec.  56.01-2 to read as follows:


Sec.  56.01-2  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part 
with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that 
specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of 
change in the Federal Register and the material must be available to 
the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the 
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on 
the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to 
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_
regulations/ibr_locations.html. The material is also available for 
inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering 
Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, 
and is available from the sources listed below.
    (b) American National Standards Institute (ANSI), 25 West 43rd 
Street, New York, NY 10036:
    (1) ANSI/ASME B1.1-1982 Unified Inch Screw Threads (UN and UNR 
Thread Form) (1982) (``ANSI/ASME B1.1''), 56.25-20; 56.60-1;
    (2) ANSI/ASME B1.20.1-1983 Pipe Threads, General Purpose (Inch) 
(1983) (``ANSI/ASME B1.20.1''), 56.60-1;
    (3) ANSI/ASME B1.20.3-1976 (Reaffirmed 1982) Dryseal Pipe Threads 
(Inch) (``ANSI/ASME B1.20.3''), 56.60-1;
    (4) ANSI/ASME B16.15-1985 [Reaffirmed 1994] Cast Bronze Threaded 
Fittings, Classes 125 and 250 (1985) (``ANSI/ASME B16.15''), 56.60-1;
    (c) American Petroleum Institute (API), 1220 L Street, NW., 
Washington, DC 20005-4070:
    (1) API Standard 607, Fire Test for Soft-Seated Quarter-Turn 
Valves, Manufacturing, Distribution and Marketing Department, Fourth 
Edition (1993) (``API 607''), 56.20-15; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (d) American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International, 
Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5990:
    (1) 2001 ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section I, Rules for 
Construction of Power Boilers (July 1, 2001) (``Section I of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''), 56.15-1; 56.15-5; 56.20-1; 56.60-1; 
56.70-15; 56.95-10;
    (2) ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1, 
Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels (1998 with 1999 and 2000 
addenda) (``Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel 
Code''), 56.15-1; 56.15-5; 56.20-

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1; 56.25-5; 56.30-10; 56.30-30; 56.60-1; 56.60-2; 56.60-15; 56.95-10;
    (3) 1998 ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section IX, Welding 
and Brazing Qualifications (1998) (``Section IX of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code''), 56.70-5; 56.70-20; 56.75-20;
    (4) ASME B16.1-1998 Cast Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, 
Classes 25, 125, 250 (1998) (``ASME B16.1''), 56.60-1; 56.60-10;
    (5) ASME B16.3-1998 Malleable Iron Threaded Fittings, Classes 150 
and 300 (1998) (``ASME B16.3''), 56.60-1;
    (6) ASME B16.4-1998 Gray Iron Threaded Fittings, Classes 125 and 
250 (1998) (``ASME B16.4''), 56.60-1;
    (7) ASME B16.5-2003 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings NPS \1/2\ 
Through NPS 24 Metric/Inch Standard (2003) (``ASME B16.5''), 56.25-20; 
56.30-10; 56.60-1;
    (8) ASME B16.9-2003 Factory-Made Wrought Steel Buttwelding Fittings 
(2003) (``ASME B16.9''), 56.60-1;
    (9) ASME B16.10-2000 Face-to-Face and End-to-End Dimensions of 
Valves (2000) (``ASME B16.10''), 56.60-1;
    (10) ASME B16.11-2001 Forged Fittings, Socket-Welding and Threaded 
(2001) (``ASME B16.11''), 56.30-5; 56.60-1;
    (11) ASME B16.14-1991 Ferrous Pipe Plugs, Bushings, and Locknuts 
with Pipe Threads (1991) (``ASME B16.14''), 56.60-1;
    (12) ASME B16.18-2001 Cast Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure 
Fittings (2001) (``ASME B16.18''), 56.60-1;
    (13) ASME B16.20-1998 (Revision of ASME B16.20 1993), Metallic 
Gaskets for Pipe Flanges: Ring-Joint, Spiral-Wound, and Jacketed (1998) 
(``ASME B16.20''), 56.60-1;
    (14) ASME B16.21-2005 (Revision of ASME B16.21-1992) Nonmetallic 
Flat Gaskets for Pipe Flanges (May 31, 2005) (``ASME B16.21''): 56.60-
1;
    (15) ASME B16.22-2001 (Revision of ASME B16.22-1995) Wrought Copper 
and Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings (Aug. 9, 2002) (``ASME 
B16.22''): 56.60-1;
    (16) ASME B16.23-2002 (Revision of ASME B16.23-1992) Cast Copper 
Alloy Solder Joint Drainage Fittings: DWV (Nov. 8, 2002) (``ASME 
B16.23''): 56.60-1;
    (17) ASME B16.24-2001 Cast Copper Alloy Pipe Flanges and Flanged 
Fittings, Class 150, 300, 400, 600, 900, 1500, and 2500 (2001) (``ASME 
B16.24''), 56.60-1;
    (18) ASME B16.25-2003 Buttwelding Ends (2003) (``ASME B16.25''), 
56.30-5; 56.60-1; 56.70-10;
    (19) ASME B16.28-1994 Wrought Steel Buttwelding Short Radius Elbows 
and Returns (1994) (``ASME B16.28''), 56.60-1;
    (20) ASME B16.29-2007 (Revision of ASME B16.29-2001) Wrought Copper 
and Wrought Copper Alloy Solder-Joint Drainage Fittings--DWV (Aug. 20, 
2007) (``ASME B16.29''), 56.60-1;
    (21) ASME B16.34-1996 Valves--Flanged, Threaded, and Welding End 
(1996) (``ASME B16.34''), 56.20-1; 56.60-1;
    (22) ASME B16.42-1998 Ductile Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged 
Fittings, Classes 150 and 300 (1998) (``ASME B16.42''), 56.60-1;
    (23) ASME B18.2.1-1996 Square and Hex Bolts and Screws (Inch 
Series) (1996) (``ASME B18.2.1''), 56.25-20; 56.60-1;
    (24) ASME/ANSI B18.2.2-1987 Square and Hex Nuts (Inch Series) 
(1987) (``ASME/ANSI B18.2.2''), 56.25-20; 56.60-1;
    (25) ASME B31.1-2001 Power Piping ASME Code for Pressure Piping, 
B31 (2001) (``ASME B31.1''), 56.01-3; 56.01-5; 56.07-5; 56.07-10; 
56.10-1; 56.10-5; 56.15-1; 56.15-5; 56.20-1; 56.25-7; 56.30-1; 56.30-5; 
56.30-10; 56.30-20; 56.35-1; 56.50-1; 56.50-15; 56.50-40; 56.50-65; 
56.50-70; 56.50-97; 56.60-1; 56.65-1; 56.70-10; 56.70-15; 56.80-5; 
56.80-15; 56.95-1; 56.95-10; 56.97-1;
    (26) ASME B36.10M-2004 Welded and Seamless Wrought Steel Pipe 
(2004) (``ASME B36.10M''), 56.07-5; 56.30-20; 56.60-1; and
    (27) ASME B36.19M-2004 Stainless Steel Pipe (2004) (``ASME 
B36.19M''), 56.07-5; 56.60-1.
    (28) ASME SA-675 (1998), Specification for Steel Bars, Carbon, Hot-
Wrought, Special Quality, Mechanical Properties (``ASME SA-675''), 
56.60-2.
    (e) ASTM International (formerly American Society for Testing and 
Materials) (ASTM), 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-
2959:
    (1) ASTM A 36/A 36M-97a, Standard Specification for Carbon 
Structural Steel (``ASTM A 36''), 56.30-10;
    (2) ASTM A 47-90 (1995), Standard Specification for Ferritic 
Malleable Iron Castings (``ASTM A 47''), 56.60-1;
    (3) ASTM A 53-98, Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and 
Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless (``ASTM Specification A 
53'' or ``ASTM A 53''), 56.10-5; 56.60-1;
    (4) ASTM A 106-95, Standard Specification for Seamless Carbon Steel 
Pipe for High-Temperature Service (``ASTM A 106''), 56.60-1;
    (5) ASTM A 126-95, Standard Specification for Gray Iron Castings 
for Valves, Flanges, and Pipe Fittings (``ASTM A 126''), 56.60-1;
    (6) ASTM A 134-96, Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, 
Electric-Fusion (Arc)-Welded (Sizes NPS 16 and Over) (``ASTM A 134''), 
56.60-1;
    (7) ASTM A 135-97c, Standard Specification for Electric-Resistance-
Welded Steel Pipe (``ASTM A 135''), 56.60-1;
    (8) ASTM A 139-96, Standard Specification for Electric-Fusion 
(Arc)-Welded Steel Pipe (NPS 4 and Over) (``ASTM A 139''), 56.60-1;
    (8) ASTM A 178/A 178M-95, Standard Specification for Electric-
Resistance-Welded Carbon Steel and Carbon-Manganese Steel Boiler and 
Superheater Tubes (``ASTM A 178''), 56.60-1;
    (9) ASTM A 179/A 179M-90a (1996), Standard Specification for 
Seamless Cold-Drawn Low-Carbon Steel Heat-Exchanger and Condenser Tubes 
(``ASTM A 179''), 56.60-1;
    (10) ASTM A 182/A 182M-97c, Standard Specification for Forged or 
Rolled Alloy-Steel Pipe Flanges, Forged Fittings, and Valves and Parts 
for High-Temperature Service (``ASTM A-182''), 56.50-105;
    (11) ASTM A 192/A 192M-91 (1996), Standard Specification for 
Seamless Carbon Steel Boiler Tubes for High-Pressure Service (``ASTM A 
192''), 56.60-1;
    (12) ASTM A 194/A 194M-98b, Standard Specification for Carbon and 
Alloy Steel Nuts for Bolts for High Pressure or High Temperature 
Service, or Both (``ASTM A-194''), 56.50-105;
    (13) ASTM A 197-87 (1992), Standard Specification for Cupola 
Malleable Iron (``ASTM A 197''), 56.60-1;
    (14) ASTM A 210/A 210M-96, Standard Specification for Seamless 
Medium-Carbon Steel Boiler and Superheater Tubes (``ASTM A 210''), 
56.60-1;
    (15) ASTM A 213/A 213M-95a, Standard Specification for Seamless 
Ferritic and Austenitic Alloy-Steel Boiler, Superheater, and Heat-
Exchanger Tubes (``ASTM A 213''), 56.60-1;
    (16) ASTM A 214/A 214M-96, Standard Specification for Electric-
Resistance-Welded Carbon Steel Heat-Exchanger and Condenser Tubes 
(``ASTM A 214''), 56.60-1;
    (17) ASTM A 226/A 226M-95, Standard Specification for Electric-
Resistance-Welded Carbon Steel Boiler and Superheater Tubes for High-
Pressure Service (``ASTM A 226''), 56.60-1;
    (18) ASTM A 234/A 234M-97, Standard Specification for Piping 
Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for Moderate and High 
Temperature Service (``ASTM A 234''), 56.60-1;
    (19) ASTM A 249/A 249M-96a, Standard Specification for Welded

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Austenitic Steel Boiler, Superheater, Heat-Exchanger, and Condenser 
Tubes (``ASTM A 249''), 56.60-1;
    (20) ASTM A 268/A 268M-96, Standard Specification for Seamless and 
Welded Ferritic and Martensitic Stainless Steel Tubing for General 
Service (``ASTM A 268''), 56.60-1;
    (21) ASTM A 276-98, Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Bars 
and Shapes (``ASTM A 276''), 56.60-2;
    (22) ASTM A 307-97, Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Bolts 
and Studs, 60,000 PSI Tensile Strength (``ASTM A 307''), 56.25-20;
    (23) ASTM A 312/A 312M-95a, Standard Specification for Seamless and 
Welded Austenitic Stainless Steel Pipes (``ASTM A-312'' or ``ASTM A 
312''), 56.50-105; 56.60-1;
    (24) ASTM A 320/A 320M-97, Standard Specification for Alloy/Steel 
Bolting Materials for Low-Temperature Service (``ASTM A-320''), 56.50-
105;
    (25) ASTM A 333/A 333M-94, Standard Specification for Seamless and 
Welded Steel Pipe for Low-Temperature Service (``ASTM A-333'' or ``ASTM 
A 333''), 56.50-105; 56.60-1;
    (26) ASTM A 334/A 334M-96, Standard Specification for Seamless and 
Welded Carbon and Alloy-Steel Tubes for Low-Temperature Service (``ASTM 
A-334'' or ``ASTM A 334''), 56.50-105; 56.60-1;
    (27) ASTM A 335/A 335M-95a, Standard Specification for Seamless 
Ferritic Alloy-Steel Pipe for High-Temperature Service (``ASTM A 
335''), 56.60-1;
    (28) ASTM A 350/A 350M-97, Standard Specification for Carbon and 
Low-Alloy Steel Forgings, Requiring Notch; Toughness Testing for Piping 
Components (``ASTM A-350''), 56.50-105;
    (29) ASTM A 351/A 351M-94a, Standard Specification for Castings, 
Austenitic, Austenitic-Ferritic (Duplex), for Pressure-Containing Parts 
(``ASTM A-351''), 56.50-105;
    (30) ASTM A 352/A 352M-93 (1998), Standard Specification for Steel 
Castings, Ferritic and Martensitic, for Pressure-Containing Parts, 
Suitable for Low-Temperature Service (``ASTM A-352''), 56.50-105;
    (31) ASTM A 358/A 358M-95a, Standard Specification for Electric-
Fusion-Welded Austenitic Chromium-Nickel Alloy Steel Pipe for High-
Temperature Service (``ASTM A 358''), 56.60-1;
    (32) ASTM A 369/A 369M-92, Standard Specification for Carbon and 
Ferritic Alloy Steel Forged and Bored Pipe for High-Temperature Service 
(``ASTM A 369''), 56.60-1;
    (33) ASTM A 376/A 376M-96, Standard Specification for Seamless 
Austenitic Steel Pipe for High-Temperature Central-Station Service 
(``ASTM A 376''), 56.60-1; 56.60-2;
    (34) ASTM A 395/A 395M-98, Standard Specification for Ferritic 
Ductile Iron Pressure-Retaining Castings for Use at Elevated 
Temperatures (``ASTM A 395''), 56.50-60; 56.60-1; 56.60-15;
    (35) ASTM A 403/A 403M-98, Standard Specification for Wrought 
Austenitic Stainless Steel Piping Fittings (``ASTM A 403''), 56.60-1;
    (36) ASTM A 420/A 420M-96a, Standard Specification for Piping 
Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for Low-Temperature 
Service (``ASTM A-420'' or ``ASTM A 420''), 56.50-105; 56.60-1;
    (37) ASTM A 520-97, Standard Specification for Supplementary 
Requirements for Seamless and Electric-Resistance-Welded Carbon Steel 
Tubular Products for High-Temperature Service Conforming to ISO 
Recommendations for Boiler Construction (``ASTM A 520''), 56.60-1;
    (38) ASTM A 522/A 522M-95b, Standard Specification for Forged or 
Rolled 8 and 9% Nickel Alloy Steel Flanges, Fittings, Valves, and Parts 
for Low-Temperature Service (``ASTM A-522''), 56.50-105;
    (39) ASTM A 536-84 (1993), Standard Specification for Ductile Iron 
Castings (``ASTM A 536''), 56.60-1;
    (40) ASTM A 575-96, Standard Specification for Steel Bars, Carbon, 
Merchant Quality, M-Grades (``ASTM A 575''), 56.60-2;
    (41) ASTM A 576-90b (1995), Standard Specification for Steel Bars, 
Carbon, Hot-Wrought, Special Quality (``ASTM A 576''), 56.60-2;
    (42) ASTM B 16-92, Standard Specification for Free-Cutting Brass 
Rod, Bar, and Shapes for Use in Screw Machines (``ASTM B 16''), 56.60-
2;
    (43) ASTM B 21-96, Standard Specification for Naval Brass Rod, Bar, 
and Shapes (``ASTM B 21''), 56.60-2;
    (44) ASTM B 26/B 26M-97, Standard Specification for Aluminum-Alloy 
Sand Castings (``ASTM B 26''), 56.60-2;
    (45) ASTM B 42-96, Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Pipe, 
Standard Sizes (``ASTM B 42''), 56.60-1;
    (46) ASTM B 43-96, Standard Specification for Seamless Red Brass 
Pipe, Standard Sizes (``ASTM B 43''), 56.60-1;
    (47) ASTM B 68-95, Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Tube, 
Bright Annealed (``ASTM B 68''), 56.60-1;
    (48) ASTM B 75-97, Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Tube 
(``ASTM B 75''), 56.60-1;
    (49) ASTM B 85-96, Standard Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Die 
Castings (``ASTM B 85''), 56.60-2;
    (50) ASTM B 88-96, Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Water 
Tube (``ASTM B 88''), 56.60-1;
    (51) ASTM B 96-93, Standard Specification for Copper-Silicon Alloy 
Plate, Sheet, Strip, and Rolled Bar for General Purposes and Pressure 
Vessels (``ASTM B 96''), 56.60-2;
    (52) ASTM B 111-95, Standard Specification for Copper and Copper-
Alloy Seamless Condenser Tubes and Ferrule Stock (``ASTM B 111''), 
56.60-1;
    (53) ASTM B 124-96, Standard Specification for Copper and Copper 
Alloy Forging Rod, Bar, and Shapes (``ASTM B 124''), 56.60-2;
    (54) ASTM B 134-96, Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, 
Electric-Fusion (Arc)-Welded (Sizes NPS 16 and Over) (``ASTM B 134''), 
56.60-1;
    (55) ASTM B 161-93, Standard Specification for Nickel Seamless Pipe 
and Tube (``ASTM B 161''), 56.60-1;
    (56) ASTM B 165-93, Standard Specification of Nickel-Copper Alloy 
(UNS NO4400) Seamless Pipe and Tube (``ASTM B 165''), 56.60-1;
    (57) ASTM B 167-97a, Standard Specification for Nickel-Chromium-
Iron Alloys (UNS NO6600, NO6601, NO6603, NO6690, NO6025, and NO6045) 
Seamless Pipe and Tube (``ASTM B 167''), 56.60-1;
    (58) ASTM B 171-95, Standard Specification for Copper-Alloy Plate 
and Sheet for Pressure Vessels, Condensers, and Heat Exchangers (``ASTM 
B 171''), 56.60-2;
    (59) ASTM B 210-95, Standard Specification for Aluminum and 
Aluminum-Alloy Drawn Seamless Tubes (``ASTM B 210''), 56.60-1;
    (60) ASTM B 234-95, Standard Specification for Aluminum and 
Aluminum-Alloy Drawn Seamless Tubes for Condensers and Heat Exchangers 
(``ASTM B 234''), 56.60-1;
    (61) ASTM B 241/B 241M-96, Standard Specification for Aluminum and 
Aluminum-Alloy Seamless Pipe and Seamless Extruded Tube (``ASTM B 
241''), 56.60-1;
    (62) ASTM B 280-97, Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Tube 
for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Field Service (``ASTM B 280''), 
56.60-1;
    (63) ASTM B 283-96, Standard Specification for Copper and Copper-
Alloy Die Forgings (Hot-Pressed) (``ASTM B 283''), 56.60-2;
    (64) ASTM B 315-93, Standard Specification for Seamless Copper 
Alloy

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Pipe and Tube (``ASTM B 315''), 56.60-1;
    (65) ASTM B 361-95, Standard Specification for Factory-Made Wrought 
Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Welding Fittings (``ASTM B 361''), 56.60-1;
    (66) ASTM B 858M-95, Standard Test Method for Determination of 
Susceptibility to Stress Corrosion Cracking in Copper Alloys Using an 
Ammonia Vapor Test (``ASTM B 858M''), 56.60-2;
    (67) ASTM E 23-96, Standard Test Methods for Notched Bar Impact 
Testing of Metallic Materials (``ASTM E 23''), 56.50-105;
    (68) ASTM F 682-82a (1993), Standard Specification for Wrought 
Carbon Steel Sleeve-Type Pipe Couplings (``ASTM F 682''), 56.60-1;
    (69) ASTM F 1006-86 (1992), Standard Specification for Entrainment 
Separators for Use in Marine Piping Applications (``ASTM F 1006''), 
56.60-1;
    (70) ASTM F 1007-86 (1996), Standard Specification for Pipe-Line 
Expansion Joints of the Packed Slip Type for Marine Application (``ASTM 
F 1007''), 56.60-1;
    (71) ASTM F 1020-86 (1996), Standard Specification for Line-Blind 
Valves for Marine Applications (``ASTM F 1020''), 56.60-1;
    (72) ASTM F 1120-87 (1993), Standard Specification for Circular 
Metallic Bellows Type Expansion Joints for Piping Applications (``ASTM 
F 1120''), 56.60-1;
    (73) ASTM F 1123-87 (1993), Standard Specification for Non-Metallic 
Expansion Joints (``ASTM F 1123''), 56.60-1;
    (74) ASTM F 1139-88 (1993), Standard Specification for Steam Traps 
and Drains (``ASTM F 1139''), 56.60-1;
    (75) ASTM F 1172-88 (1993), Standard Specification for Fuel Oil 
Meters of the Volumetric Positive Displacement Type (``ASTM F 1172''), 
56.60-1;
    (76) ASTM F 1173-95, Standard Specification for Thermosetting Resin 
Fiberglass Pipe and Fittings to be Used for Marine Applications (``ASTM 
F 1173''), 56.60-1;
    (77) ASTM F 1199-88 (1993), Standard Specification for Cast (All 
Temperature and Pressures) and Welded Pipe Line Strainers (150 psig and 
150 Degrees F Maximum) (``ASTM F 1199''), 56.60-1;
    (78) ASTM F 1200-88 (1993), Standard Specification for Fabricated 
(Welded) Pipe Line Strainers (Above 150 psig and 150 Degrees F) (``ASTM 
F 1200''), 56.60-1;
    (79) ASTM F 1201-88 (1993), Standard Specification for Fluid 
Conditioner Fittings in Piping Applications above 0 Degrees F (``ASTM F 
1201''), 56.60-1;
    (80) ASTM F 1387-93, Standard Specification for Performance of 
Mechanically Attached Fittings (``ASTM F 1387''), 56.30-25;
    (81) ASTM F 1476-95a, Standard Specification for Performance of 
Gasketed Mechanical Couplings for Use in Piping Applications (``ASTM F 
1476''), 56.30-35; and
    (82) ASTM F 1548-94, Standard Specification for the Performance of 
Fittings for Use with Gasketed Mechanical Couplings, Used in Piping 
Applications (``ASTM F 1548''), 56.30-35.
    (f) Expansion Joint Manufacturers Association Inc. (EJMA), 25 North 
Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591:
    (1) Standards of the Expansion Joint Manufacturers Association, 
1980, 56.60-1; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (g) Fluid Controls Institute Inc. (FCI), 31 South Street, Suite 
303, Morristown, NJ 07960:
    (1) FCI 69-1 Pressure Rating Standard for Steam Traps (``FCI 69-
1''), 56.60-1; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (h) International Maritime Organization (IMO), Publications 
Section, 4 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7SR United Kingdom:
    (1) Resolution A.753(18) Guidelines for the Application of Plastic 
Pipes on Ships (``IMO Resolution A.753(18)''), 56.60-25; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (i) International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Case 
Postal 56, CH-1211 Geneva 20 Switzerland:
    (1) ISO 15540 Ships and Marine Technology-Fire Resistance of Hose 
Assemblies-Test Methods, First Edition (Aug. 1, 1999) (``ISO 15540''), 
56.60-25; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (j) Instrument Society of America (ISA), 67 Alexander Drive, 
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709:
    (1) ISA-S75.02 (1996) (``ISA-S75.02''), 56.20-15; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (k) Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings 
Industry, Inc. (MSS), 127 Park Street NE, Vienna, VA 22180:
    (1) SP-6-2001 Standard Finishes for Contact Faces of Pipe Flanges 
and Connecting-End Flanges of Valves and Fittings (2001) (``MSS SP-
6''), 56.25-10; 56.60-1;
    (2) SP-9-2001 Spot Facing for Bronze, Iron and Steel Flanges (2001) 
(``MSS SP-9''), 56.60-1;
    (3) SP-25-1998 Standard Marking System for Valves, Fittings, 
Flanges and Unions (1998) (``MSS SP-25''), 56.15-1; 56.20-5; 56.60-1;
    (4) SP-44-1996 Steel Pipe Line Flanges (Reaffirmed 2001) (``MSS SP-
44''), 56.60-1;
    (5) SP-45-2003 Bypass and Drain Connections (2003) (``MSS SP-45''), 
56.20-20; 56.60-1;
    (6) SP-51-2003 Class 150LW Corrosion Resistant Cast Flanges and 
Flanged Fittings (2003) (``MSS SP-51''), 56.60-1;
    (7) SP-53-95 Quality Standard for Steel Castings and Forgings for 
Valves, Flanges and Fittings and Other Piping Components-Magnetic 
Particle Examination Method (1995) (``MSS SP-53''), 56.60-1;
    (8) SP-55-2001 Quality Standard for Steel Castings for Valves, 
Flanges and Fittings and Other Piping Components-Visual Method (2001) 
(``MSS SP-55''), 56.60-1;
    (9) SP-58 Pipe Hangers and Supports-Materials, Design and 
Manufacture (1993) (``MSS SP-58''), 56.60-1;
    (10) SP-61-2003 Pressure Testing of Steel Valves (2003) (``MSS SP-
61''), 56.60-1;
    (11) SP-67 Butterfly Valves (1995) (``MSS SP-67''), 56.60-1;
    (12) SP-69 Pipe Hangers and Supports-Selection and Application 
(1996) (``MSS SP-69''), 56.60-1;
    (13) SP-72 Ball Valves with Flanged or Butt-Welding Ends for 
General Service (1987) (``MSS SP-72''), 56.60-1;
    (14) SP-73 (R 96) Brazing Joints for Copper and Copper Pressure 
Fittings (1991) (``MSS SP-73''), 56.60-1; and
    (15) SP-83 Class 3000 Steel Pipe Unions, Socket Welding and 
Threaded (1995) (``MSS SP-83''), 56.60-1;
    (l) Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), 400 Commonwealth Drive, 
Warrendale, PA 15096:
    (1) J1475 (1996) Surface Vehicle Hydraulic Hose Fittings for Marine 
Applications (June 1996) (``SAE J1475''), 56.60-25; and
    (2) J1942 (1997) Standards Hose and Hose Assemblies for Marine 
Applications (May 1997) (``SAE J1942''), 56.60-25.

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87. Revise Sec.  56.01-3 section heading and paragraph (b) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  56.01-3  Power boilers, external piping and appurtenances 
(Replaces 100.1.1, 100.1.2, 122.1, 132 and 133).

* * * * *
    (b) Specific requirements for external piping and appurtenances of 
power boilers, as defined in Sec. Sec.  100.1.1 and 100.1.2, appearing 
in the various paragraphs of ASME B31.1

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(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2), are not adopted unless 
specifically indicated elsewhere in this part.

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88. Revise Sec.  56.01-5 to read as follows:


Sec.  56.01-5  Adoption of ASME B31.1 for power piping, and other 
standards.

    (a) Piping systems for ships and barges must be designed, 
constructed, and inspected in accordance with ASME B31.1 (incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2), as limited, modified, or replaced by 
specific requirements in this part. The provisions in the appendices to 
ASME B31.1 are adopted and must be followed when the requirements of 
ASME B31.1 or the rules in this part make them mandatory. For general 
information, Table 56.01-5(a) lists the various paragraphs and sections 
in ASME B31.1 that are limited, modified, replaced, or reproduced by 
rules in this part.

 Table 56.01-5(a)--Limitations and Modifications in the Adoption of ASME
                   B31.1 for Pressure and Power Piping
------------------------------------------------------------------------
  Section or paragraph in ASME B31.1 and
                disposition                       Unit in this part
------------------------------------------------------------------------
100.1 replaced by.........................  56.01-1.
100.2 modified by.........................  56.07-5.
101 through 104.7 modified by.............  56.07-10.
101.2 modified by.........................  56.07-10(a), (b).
101.5 replaced by.........................  56.07-10(c).
102.2 modified by.........................  56.07-10(d).
102.3 and 104.1.2 modified by.............  56.07-10(e).
104.3 modified by.........................  56.07-10(f).
104.4 modified by.........................  56.07-10(e).
104.5.1 modified by.......................  56.30-10.
105 through 108 replaced by...............  56.10-1 through 56.25-20.
110 through 118 replaced by...............  56.30-1 through 56.30-35.
119.5.1 replaced by.......................  56.35-10, 56.35-15.
119.7 replaced by.........................  56.35-1.
122.1.4 replaced by.......................  56.50-40.
122.3 modified by.........................  56.50-97.
122.6 through 122.10 replaced by..........  56.50-1 through 56.50-80.
123 replaced by...........................  56.60-1.
Table 126.1 is replaced by................  56.30-5(c)(3), 56.60-1.
127 through 135 replaced by...............  56.65-1, 56.70-10 through
                                             56.90-10.
136 replaced by...........................  56.95-1 through 56.95-10.
137 replaced by...........................  56.97-1 through 56.97-40.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

    (viii) (b) When a section or paragraph of the regulations in this 
part relates to material in ASME B31.1, the relationship with ASME 
B31.1 will appear immediately after the heading of the section or at 
the beginning of the paragraph as follows:
    (1) (Modifies ----.) This indicates that the material in ASME B31.1 
so numbered for identification is generally applicable but is being 
altered, amplified, or augmented.
    (2) (Replaces ----.) This indicates that the material in ASME B31.1 
so numbered for identification does not apply.
    (3) (Reproduces ----.) This indicates that the material in ASME 
B31.1 so numbered for identification is being identically reproduced 
for convenience, not for emphasis.
    (c) As stated in Sec.  56.01-2 of this chapter, the standards of 
the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and ASME specifically 
referred to in this part must be the governing requirements for the 
matters covered unless specifically limited, modified, or replaced by 
other rules in this subchapter. See 46 CFR 56.60-1(b) for the other 
adopted commercial standards applicable to piping systems that also 
constitute this subchapter.

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89. Revise Sec.  56.07-5(a) introductory text and paragraphs (c) and 
(f) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.07-5  Definitions (modifies 100.2).

    (a) Piping. The definitions contained in 100.2 of ASME B31.1 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) apply, as well as the 
following: * * *
* * * * *
    (c) Schedule. The word Schedule when used in this part refers to 
specific values as given in ASME B36.10M and B36.19M (both incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).
* * * * *
    (f) Vital systems. (1) Vital systems are those systems that are 
vital to a vessel's survivability and safety. For the purpose of this 
subchapter, the following are vital systems:
    (i) Systems for fill, transfer, and service of fuel oil;
    (ii) Fire-main systems;
    (iii) Fixed gaseous fire-extinguishing systems;
    (iv) Bilge systems;
    (v) Ballast systems;
    (vi) Steering systems and steering-control systems;
    (vii) Propulsion systems and their necessary auxiliaries and 
control systems;
    (viii) Ship's service and emergency electrical-generation systems 
and their auxiliaries vital to the vessel's survivability and safety;
    (ix) Any other marine-engineering system identified by the 
cognizant OCMI as crucial to the survival of the vessel or to the 
protection of the personnel aboard.
    (2) For the purpose of this subchapter, a system not identified by 
paragraph (1) of this definition is a non-vital system.
* * * * *

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90. In Sec.  56.07-10, revise the heading in paragraph (a), paragraph 
(a)(1), the heading in paragraph (b), the heading and introductory text 
in paragraph (d), paragraph (d)(1), the heading in paragraph (e), 
paragraph (e)(1), and the heading and paragraph (f) introductory text 
to read as follows:


Sec.  56.07-10  Design conditions and criteria (modifies 101-104.7).

    (a) Maximum allowable working pressure. (1) The maximum allowable 
working pressure of a piping system must not be greater than the 
internal design pressure defined in 104.1.2 of ASME B31.1 (incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).
* * * * *
    (b) Relief valves. * * *
* * * * *
    (d) Ratings for pressure and temperature (modifies 102.2). The 
material in 102.2 of ASME B31.1 applies, with the following exceptions:
    (1) The details of components not having specific ratings as 
described in 102.2.2 of ASME B31.1 must be furnished to the Marine 
Safety Center for approval.
* * * * *
    (e) Pressure design (modifies 102.3, 104.1.2, and 104.4). (1) 
Materials for use in piping must be selected as described in Sec.  
56.60-1(a) of this part. Tabulated values of allowable stress for these 
materials must be measured as indicated in 102.3.1 of ASME B31.1 and in 
tables 56.60-1 and 56.60-2(a) of this part.
* * * * *
    (f) Intersections (modifies 104.3). The material in 104.3 of ASME 
B31.1 is applicable with the following additions:
* * * * *

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91. Revise Sec.  56.10-1(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.10-1  Selection and limitations of piping components (replaces 
105 through 108).

* * * * *
    (b) The requirements in this subpart and in subparts 56.15 through 
56.25 must be met instead of those in 105 through 108 in ASME B31.1 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2); however, certain 
requirements are marked ``reproduced.''

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92. In Sec.  56.10-5, redesignate paragraphs (c)(2-a), (c)(3), (c)(4), 
and (c)(5) as paragraphs (c)(3), (c)(4), (c)(5), and (c)(6), 
respectively, and revise

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newly redesignated paragraphs (c)(3) and (c)(6) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.10-5  Pipe.

* * * * *
    (c) * * *
    (3) Copper-nickel alloys may be used for water and steam service 
within the design limits of stress and temperature indicated in ASME 
B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).
* * * * *
    (6) Aluminum-alloy pipe or tube along with similar junction 
equipment may be used within the limitation stated in 124.7 of ASME 
B31.1 and paragraph (c)(5) of this section.
* * * * *


Sec.  56.15-1  [Amended]

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93. In Sec.  56.15-1--
0
a. In paragraph (c)(2)(i), remove the term ``ANSI B31.1'' and add, in 
its place, the words ``ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 56.01-2)''; and remove the words ``ASME Code'' and add, in their 
place, the words ``ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)'';
0
c. In paragraph (c)(2)(ii), remove the words ``Section I of the ASME 
Code'' and add, in their place, the words ``Section I of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
56.01-2)'';
0
d. In paragraph (c)(4)(ii)(B), remove the words ``ASME Code'' and add, 
in their place, the words ``ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''; and
0
e. In paragraph (e), remove the words ``MSS Standard SP-25'' and add, 
in their place, the words ``MSS SP-25 (incorporated by reference; see 
46 CFR 56.01-2)''.


Sec.  56.15-5  [Amended]

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94. In Sec.  56.15-5--
0
a. In paragraph (c)(2)(ii)(A), remove the term ``ANSI B31.1'' and add, 
in its place, the words ``ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 56.01-2)''; and remove the term ``ASME Code'' and add, in its 
place, the words ``ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)''; and
0
b. In paragraph (c)(2)(ii)(B), remove the words ``Section I of the ASME 
Code'' and add, in their place, the words ``Section I of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 
56.01-2)''.


Sec.  56.20-1  [Amended]

0
95. In Sec.  56.20-1--
0
a. In paragraph (c)(2)(i), remove the term ``ANSI B31.1'' and add, in 
its place, the words ``ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 56.01-2)'' and remove the words ``the ASME Code'' and add, in their 
place, the words ``the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)'';
0
b. In paragraph (c)(2)(ii), remove the words ``the ASME Code'' and add, 
in their place, the words ``the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)''; and
0
c. In paragraph (d), remove the term ``ANSI B16.34'' and add, in its 
place, the words ``ASME B16.34 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
56.01-2)''.

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96. Revise Sec.  56.20-5, including the section heading, to read as 
follows:


Sec.  56.20-5  Marking (modifies 107.2).

    Each valve shall bear the manufacturer's name or trademark and 
reference symbol to indicate the service conditions for which the 
manufacturer guarantees the valve. The marking shall be in accordance 
with MSS SP-25 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).

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97. Revise Sec.  56.20-9(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.20-9  Valve construction.

    (a) Each valve must close with a right-hand (clockwise) motion of 
the handwheel or operating lever as seen by one facing the end of the 
valve stem. Each gate, globe, and angle valve must generally be of the 
rising-stem type, preferably with the stem threads external to the 
valve body. Where operating conditions will not permit such 
installations, the use of a nonrising-stem valve will be acceptable. 
Each nonrising-stem valve, lever-operated valve, or other valve where, 
because of design, the position of the disc or closure mechanism is not 
obvious must be fitted with an indicator to show whether the valve is 
opened or closed, except as provided for in Sec.  56.50-1(g)(2)(iii) of 
this part. No such indicator is required for any valve located in a 
tank or similar inaccessible space when indicators are available at 
accessible sites. The operating levers of each quarter-turn (rotary) 
valve must be parallel to the fluid flow when open and perpendicular to 
the fluid flow when closed.
* * * * *

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98. Revise Sec.  56.20-15(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.20-15  Valves employing resilient material.

* * * * *
    (c) If a valve designer elects to use either a calculation or 
actual fire testing instead of material removal and pressure testing, 
the calculation must employ ISA-S75.02 (incorporated by reference; see 
46 CFR 56.01-2) to determine the flow coefficient (Cv), or 
the fire testing must be conducted in accordance with API 607 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).

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99. Revise Sec.  56.20-20(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.20-20  Valve bypasses.

    (a) Sizes of bypasses shall be in accordance with MSS SP-45 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).
* * * * *

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100. Amend Sec.  56.25-5 by revising the first sentence to read as 
follows:


Sec.  56.25-5  Flanges.

    Each flange must conform to the design requirements of either the 
applicable standards of Table 56.60-1(b) of this part, or of those of 
Appendix 2 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2). * * *

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101. Revise Sec.  56.25-7 to read as follows:


Sec.  56.25-7  Blanks.

    Each blank must conform to the design requirements of 104.5.3 of 
ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).

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102. Revise Sec.  56.25-10(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.25-10  Flange facings.

    (a) Flange facings shall be in accordance with the applicable 
standards listed in Table 56.60-1(b) and MSS SP-6 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).
* * * * *

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103. Amend Sec.  56.25-15 by revising the section heading, 
redesignating paragraphs (b) and (c) as paragraphs (c) and (d), 
respectively, and adding new paragraph (b) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.25-15  Gaskets (modifies 108.4).

* * * * *
    (b) Each gasket must conform to the design requirements of the 
applicable standards of Table 56.60-1(b) of this part.
* * * * *

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104. Revise Sec.  56.25-20 paragraphs (a)(1), (b), (d), and (e) to read 
as follows:


Sec.  56.25-20  Bolting.

    (a) General. (1) Bolts, studs, nuts, and washers must comply with 
applicable standards and specifications listed in 46 CFR 56.60-1. 
Unless otherwise specified, bolting must be in accordance

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with ASME B16.5 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).
* * * * *
    (b) Carbon steel bolts or bolt studs may be used if expected normal 
operating pressure does not exceed 300 pounds per square inch gauge and 
the expected normal operating temperature does not exceed 400 [deg]F. 
Carbon steel bolts must have heavy hexagon heads in accordance with 
ASME B18.2.1 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 56.01-2) and must 
have heavy semifinished hexagonal nuts in accordance with ASME/ANSI 
B18.2.2 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 56.01-2), unless the 
bolts are tightly fitted to the holes and flange stress calculations 
taking the bolt bending stresses into account are submitted. When class 
250 cast iron flanges are used or when class 125 cast iron flanges are 
used with ring gaskets, the bolting material must be carbon steel 
conforming to ASTM A 307 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 56.01-
2), Grade B.
* * * * *
    (d) All alloy bolts or studs and accompanying nuts are to be 
threaded in accordance with ANSI/ASME B1.1 (incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 56.01-2), Class 2A external threads, and Class 2B internal 
threads (8-thread series 8UN for one inch and larger).
    (e) (Reproduces 108.5.1) Washers, when used under nuts, shall be of 
forged or rolled material with steel washers being used under steel 
nuts and bronze washers under bronze nuts.

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105. Revise Sec.  56.30-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  56.30-1  Scope (replaces 110 through 118).

    The selection and limitation of piping joints must be as required 
by this subpart rather than as required by 110 through 118 of ASME 
B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2); however, certain 
requirements are marked ``reproduced'' in this subpart.

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106. Revise Sec.  56.30-5(b)(3), (c)(1), (c)(3) and (d) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  56.30-5  Welded joints.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (3) Consumable insert rings must be used. Commonly used types of 
butt welding end preparations are shown in ASME B16.25 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).
* * * * *
    (c) * * *
    (1) Each socket weld must conform to ASME B16.11 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2), to applicable standards listed in 46 
CFR 56.60-1, Table 56.60-1(b), and to Figure 127.4.4C in ASME B31.1 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) as modified by Sec.  
56.30-10(b)(4) of this part. A gap of approximately one-sixteenth inch 
between the end of the pipe and the bottom of the socket must be 
provided before welding. This may best be provided by bottoming the 
pipe and backing off slightly before tacking.
* * * * *
    (3) (Reproduces 111.3.4.) Drains and bypasses may be attached to a 
fitting or valve by socket welding provided the socket depth, bore 
diameter and shoulder thickness conform to ASME B16.11.
    (d) Fillet welds. A fillet weld may vary from convex to concave. 
The size of a fillet weld is determined as shown in Figure 127.4.4A of 
ASME B31.1. Fillet-weld details for socket-welding components must meet 
Sec.  56.30-5(c). Fillet-weld details for flanges must meet Sec.  
56.30-10 of this part (see also Sec.  56.70-15(d)(3) and (4) of this 
part for applications of fillet welds).
* * * * *

0
107. Amend Sec.  56.30-10 by revising paragraph (b) introductory text, 
(b)(1), and (b)(3) through (5), and remove the note that follows Figure 
56.30-10(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.30-10  Flanged joints (modifies 104.5.1(a)).

* * * * *
    (b) Flanges may be attached by any method shown in Figure 56.30-
10(b) or by any additional means that may be approved by the Marine 
Safety Center. Pressure temperature ratings of the appropriate ANSI/
ASME standard must not be exceeded.
* * * * *
    (2) Figure 56.30-10(b), Method 2. ASME B16.5 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) Class 150 and Class 300 low-hubbed 
flanges with screw threads, plus the addition of a strength fillet weld 
of the size as shown, may be used in Class I systems not exceeding 750 
[deg]F or 4 NPS, in Class II systems without diameter limitations, and 
in Class II-L systems not exceeding 1 NPS. If 100 percent radiography 
is required by Sec.  56.95-10 of this part for the class, diameter, 
wall thickness, and material of pipe being joined, the use of the 
threaded flanges is not permitted and buttwelding flanges must be 
provided. For Class II piping systems, the size of the strength fillet 
may be limited to a maximum of 0.525 inch instead of 1.4T.
    (3) Figure 56.30-10(b), Method 3. Slip-on flanges meeting ASME 
B16.5 may be used in piping systems of Class I, Class II, or Class II-L 
not to exceed the service pressure-temperature ratings for flanges of 
class 300 and lower, within the temperature limitations of the material 
selected for use, and not to exceed 4-inch Nominal Pipe Size (NPS) in 
systems of Class I and Class II-L. If 100-percent radiography is 
required by 46 CFR 56.95-10 for the class, diameter, wall thickness, 
and material of the pipe being joined, then slip-on flanges are not 
permitted and buttwelding flanges are required. The configuration in 
Figure 127.4.4B(b) of ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
56.01-2), using a face and backweld, may be preferable where 
eliminating void spaces is desirable. For systems of Class II, the size 
of the strength fillet may be limited to a maximum of 0.525 inch 
instead of 1.4T, and the distance from the face of the flange to the 
end of the pipe may be a maximum of three-eighths of an inch. 
Restrictions on the use of slip-on flanges appear in Sec.  56.50-105 of 
this part for low-temperature piping systems.
    (4) Figure 56.30-10(b), Method 4. ASME B16.5 socket welding flanges 
may be used in Class I or II-L systems not exceeding 3 NPS for class 
600 and lower class flanges and 2\1/2\ NPS for class 900 and class 1500 
flanges within the service pressure-temperature ratings of the 
standard. * * *
    (5) Figure 56.30-10(b), Method 5. Flanges fabricated from steel 
plate meeting the requirements of part 54 of this chapter may be used 
for Class II piping for pressures not exceeding 150 pounds per square 
inch and temperatures not exceeding 450 [deg]F. Plate material listed 
in UCS-6(b) of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) may not be used in this 
application, except that material meeting ASTM A 36 (incorporated by 
reference, see 46 CFR 56.01-2) may be used. The fabricated flanges must 
conform at least to the ASME B16.5 class 150 flange dimensions. The 
size of the strength fillet weld may be limited to a maximum of 0.525 
inches instead of 1.4T and the distance from the face of the flange to 
the end of the pipe may be a maximum of three-eighths inch. In the 
following figure, T is nominal pipe wall thickness used. Refer to text 
in paragraph (b) of this section for modifications on Class II piping 
systems. Fillet weld leg size need not exceed the thickness of the 
applicable ASME hub.
* * * * *

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108. Revise Sec.  56.30-20(b) and (d) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.30-20  Threaded joints.

* * * * *
    (b) (Reproduces 114.1.) All threads on piping components must be 
taper pipe threads in accordance with the applicable standard listed in 
46 CFR 56.60-1, Table 56.60-1(b). Threads other than taper pipe threads 
may be used for piping components where tightness of the joint depends 
on a seal weld or a seating surface other than the threads, and where 
experience or test has demonstrated that such threads are suitable.
* * * * *
    (d) No pipe with a wall thickness less than that of standard weight 
of ASME B36.10M (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) steel 
pipe may be threaded regardless of service. For restrictions on the use 
of pipe in steam service more than 250 pounds per square inch or water 
service over 100 pounds per square inch and 200 [deg]F (938C), see part 
104.1.2(c)(1) of ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
56.01-2). Restrictions on the use of threaded joints apply for low-
temperature piping and must be checked when designing for these 
systems.


Sec.  56.30-30  [Amended]

0
109. In Sec.  56.30-30(b)(1), remove the words ``ASME Code'' and, in 
their place, add the words ``ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)''.

0
110. Revise Sec.  56.35-1(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.35-1  Pipe-stress calculations (replaces 119.7).

* * * * *
    (b) The Marine Safety Center (MSC) will give special consideration 
to the use of the full tabulated value of ``S'' in computing Sh and Sc 
where all material used in the system is subjected to further 
nondestructive testing specified by the MSC, and where the calculations 
prescribed in 119.6.4 and 102.3.2 of ASME B31.1 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) and 46 CFR 56.07-10 are performed. The 
procedures for nondestructive testing and the method of stress analysis 
must be approved by the MSC before the submission of computations and 
drawings for approval.

0
111. Amend Sec.  56.50-1 by revising the section heading and the 
introductory text to read as follows:


Sec.  56.50-1  General (replaces 122).

    The requirements in this subpart for piping systems apply instead 
of those in section 122 of ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 
46 CFR 56.01-2). Installation requirements applicable to all systems:
* * * * *

0
112. Revise Sec.  56.50-10 section heading and paragraph (a) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  56.50-10  Special gauge requirements.

0
(a) Where pressure-reducing valves are employed, a pressure gauge must 
be provided on the low-pressure side of the reducing station.
* * * * *

0
113. In Sec.  56.50-15--
0
a. In paragraph (b), remove the term ``ANSI-B31.1'' and add, in its 
place, the words ``ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
56.01-2)'' and remove the words ``Table 56.60-1(b)'' and add in their 
place the words ``46 CFR 56.60-1, Table 56.60-1(b)''; and
0
b. Revise paragraph (f) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.50-15  Steam and exhaust piping.

* * * * *
    (f) The auxiliary steam piping of each vessel equipped with more 
than one boiler must be so arranged that steam for the whistle and 
other vital auxiliary systems, such as the electrical-generation plant, 
may be supplied from any power boiler.
* * * * *

0
114. Revise Sec.  56.50-30(b)(1) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.50-30  Boiler feed piping.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (1) Stop and stop-check valves must be fitted in the main feed line 
and must be attached as closely as possible to drum inlets or to the 
economizer inlet on boilers fitted with integral economizers.
* * * * *

0
115. Revise Sec.  56.50-40 section heading and paragraph (a)(1) to read 
as follows:


Sec.  56.50-40  Blowoff piping (replaces 122.1.4).

    (a)(1) The owner or operator of a vessel must follow the 
requirements for blowoff piping in this section instead of the 
requirements in 122.1.4 of ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 
46 CFR 56.01-2).
* * * * *


Sec.  56.50-60  [Amended]

0
116. In Sec.  56.50-60--
0
a. In paragraph (d)(1) introductory text, remove the term ``ASTM A395'' 
and add, in its place, the words ``ASTM A 395 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)''; and
0
b. In paragraph (d)(2), remove the words ``(incorporated by reference; 
see Sec.  56.01-2)''.


Sec.  56.50-65  [Amended]

0
117. In Sec.  56.50-65(a), remove the term ``ANSI-B31.1'' and add, in 
its place, the words ``ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 56.01-2)''.

0
118. Revise Sec.  56.50-70(a)(2) and (b)(2) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.50-70  Gasoline fuel systems.

    (a) * * *
    (2) Thicknesses of tubing walls must not be less than the larger of 
that shown in Table 56.50-70(a) of this section or that required by 46 
CFR 56.07-10(e) and 104.1.2 of ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 56.01-2).
* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (2) Either a short length of suitable metallic or nonmetallic 
flexible tubing or hose or a loop of annealed copper tubing must be 
installed in the fuel-supply line at or near the engine to prevent 
damage by vibration.
    (i) If nonmetallic flexible hose is used, it must meet the 
requirements of 46 CFR 56.60-25(b) for fuel service.
    (ii) Flexible hose connections should maintain metallic contact 
between the sections of the fuel-supply lines; however, if they do not, 
the fuel tank must be grounded.
* * * * *

0
119. Revise Sec.  56.50-97 section heading and paragraph (a) 
introductory text to read as follows:


Sec.  56.50-97  Piping for instruments, control, and sampling (modifies 
122.3).

    (a) Piping for instruments, control, and sampling must comply with 
paragraph 122.3 of ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
56.01-2) except that:
* * * * *

0
120. Amend Sec.  56.50-105 by adding a note to Table 56.50-105, 
following the numbered footnotes, to read as follows:


Sec.  56.50-105  Low-temperature piping.

* * * * *

Table 56.50-105--Acceptable Materials and Toughness Test Criteria \2\

* * * * *
    \2\ Other material specifications for product forms acceptable 
under part 54 for use at low temperatures may also be used for 
piping

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systems provided the applicable toughness requirements of this Table 
are also met.
* * * * *

    Note: The ASTM standards listed in table 56.50-105 are 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2.

* * * * *
* * * * *

0
121. Revise Sec.  56.60-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  56.60-1  Acceptable materials and specifications (replaces 123 
and Table 126.1 in ASME B31.1).

    (a)(1) The material requirements in this subpart shall be followed 
in lieu of those in 123 in ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 
46 CFR 56.01-2).
    (2) Materials used in piping systems must be selected from the 
specifications that appear in Table 56.60-1(a) of this section or 46 
CFR 56.60-2, Table 56.60-2(a), or they may be selected from the 
material specifications of sections I or VIII of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-
2) if not prohibited by a regulation of this subchapter dealing with 
the particular section of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. 
Table 56.60-1(a) of this section contains only pipe, tubing, and 
fitting specifications. Determination of acceptability of plate, 
forgings, bolting, nuts, and castings may be made by reference to the 
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code as previously described. 
Additionally, accepted materials for use as piping system components 
appear in 46 CFR 56.60-2, Table 56.60-2(a). Materials conforming to 
specifications not described in this subparagraph must receive the 
specific approval of the Marine Safety Center before being used. 
Materials listed in Table 126.1 of ASME B31.1 are not accepted unless 
specifically permitted by this paragraph.
    (b) Components made in accordance with the commercial standards 
listed in Table 56.60-1(b) of this section and made of materials 
complying with paragraph (a) this section may be used in piping systems 
within the limitations of the standards and within any further 
limitations specified in this subchapter.

    Note: Table 56.60-1(a) replaces Table 126.1 in ASME B31.1 and 
sets forth specifications of pipes, tubing, and fittings intended 
for use in piping-systems. The first column lists acceptable 
standards from ASTM (all incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
56.01-2); the second lists those from ASME (all incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2). The Coast Guard will consider use of 
alternative pipes, tubing, and fittings when it receives 
certification of their mechanical properties. Without this 
certification it will restrict use of such alternatives to piping-
systems inside heat exchangers that ensure containment of the 
material inside pressure shells.


         Table 56.60-1(a)--Adopted Specifications and Standards
------------------------------------------------------------------------
       ASTM standards          ASME standards            Notes
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Pipe, seamless:
    A 106 Carbon steel......  ASME B31.1.....
    A 335 Ferritic alloys...  ASME B31.1.....
    A 376 Austenitic alloys.  ASME B31.1.....  (\1\).
Pipe, seamless and welded:
    A 53 Types S, F, and E    ASME B31.1.....  (2,3,4).
     steel pipe.
    A 312 Austenitic steel    ASME B31.1.....  (1,4).
     (welded with no filler
     metal).
    A 333 Low temperature     Sec. VIII of     (\5\).
     steel pipe.               the ASME
                               Boiler and
                               Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
Pipe, welded:
    A 134 Fusion welded       See footnote 7.  (\7\).
     steel plate pipe.
    A 135 ERW pipe..........  ASME B31.1.....  (\3\).
    A 139 Grade B only,       ASME B31.1.....  (\8\).
     fusion welded steel
     pipe.
    A 358 Electric fusion     ASME B31.1.....  (1,4,9).
     welded pipe, high
     temperature, austenitic.
Pipe, forged and bored:
    A 369 Ferritic alloy....  ASME B31.1.....
Pipe, centrifugally cast:...  (None            (1,9)
                               applicable).
Tube, seamless:
    A 179 Carbon steel heat   UCS23, Sec.      (\11\).
     exchanger and condenser   VIII of the
     tubes.                    ASME Boiler
                               and Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
    A 192 Carbon steel        PG23.1, Sec. I   (\10\).
     boiler tubes.             of the ASME
                               Boiler and
                               Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
    A 210 Medium carbon       PG23.1, Sec. I
     boiler tubes.             of the ASME
                               Boiler and
                               Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
    A 213 Ferritic and        PG23.1, Sec. I   (\1\).
     austenitic boiler tubes.  of the ASME
                               Boiler and
                               Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
Tube, seamless and welded:
    A 268 Seamless and ERW    PG23.1, Sec. I   (\4\).
     ferritic stainless        of the ASME
     tubing.                   Boiler and
                               Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
    A 334 Seamless and        UCS23, Sec.      (4,5).
     welded (no added filler   VIII of the
     metal) carbon and low     ASME Boiler
     alloy tubing for low      and Pressure
     temperature.              Vessel Code.
Tube, welded:
    A 178 (Grades A and C     PG23.1, Sec. I   (\10\ Grade A) (\4\).
     only) ERW boiler tubes.   of the ASME
                               Boiler and
                               Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
    A 214 ERW heat exchanger  UCS27, Sec.
     and condenser tubes.      VIII of the
                               ASME Boiler
                               and Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
    A 226 ERW boiler and      PG23.1, Sec. I   (4,10).
     superheater tubes.        of the ASME
                               Boiler and
                               Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
    A 249 Welded austenitic   PG23.1, Sec. I   (1,4).
     boiler and heat           of the ASME
     exchanger tubes (no       Boiler and
     added filler metal).      Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
Wrought fittings (factory
 made):
    A 234 Carbon and          Conforms to      (\12\).
     ferritic alloys.          applicable
                               American
                               National
                               Standards
                               (ASME B16.9
                               and ASME
                               B16.11).

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    A 403 Austenitic alloys.  ......do.......  (\12\).
    A 420 Low temperature     ......do.......  (\12\).
     carbon and steel alloy.
Castings,\13\ iron:
    A 47 Malleable iron.....  Conform to       (\14\).
                               applicable
                               American
                               National
                               Standards or
                               refer to UCI-
                               23 or UCD-23,
                               Sec. VIII of
                               the ASME
                               Boiler and
                               Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
    A 126 Gray iron.........  ......do.......  (\14\).
    A 197 Malleable iron....  ......do.......  (\14\).
    A 395 Ductile iron......  UCD-23, Sec.     (\14\).
                               VIII of the
                               ASME Boiler
                               and Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
    A 536 Ductile iron......  See footnote 20  (\20\).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                        Nonferrous Materials \15\
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Pipe, seamless:
    B 42 Copper.............  UNF23, Sec.      (\16\).
                               VIII of the
                               ASME Boiler
                               and Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
    B 43 Red brass..........  ......do.......
    B 241 Aluminum alloy....  ......do.......
Pipe and tube, seamless:
    B 161 Nickel............  ......do.......
    B 165 Nickel-copper.....  ......do.......
    B 167 Ni-Cr-Fe..........  ......do.......
    B 315 Copper-silicon....  ......do.......
Tube, seamless:
    B 68 Copper.............  See footnote 17  (16,17,18).
    B 75 Copper.............  UNF23, Sec.      (\16\).
                               VIII of the
                               ASME Boiler
                               and Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
    B 88 Copper.............  See footnote 17  (16,17).
    B 111 Copper and copper   UNF23, Sec.
     alloy.                    VIII of the
                               ASME Boiler
                               and Pressure
                               Vessel Code.
    B 210 Aluminum alloy,     ......do.......
     drawn.
    B 234 Aluminum alloy,     ......do.......
     drawn.
    B 280 Copper tube for     See footnote 17  (16,17).
     refrigeration service.
Welding fittings:
    B 361 Wrought aluminum    Shall meet ASME
     welding fittings.         Standards.
------------------------------------------------------------------------


----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                Longitudinal
      ASTM specification           Minimum          joint       P No.          Allowable stresses (p.s.i.)
                                   tensile       efficiency
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
A 134:
    Grade 285A...............          45,000            0.80        1  11,250 x 0,8 = 9,000.
    Grade 285B...............          50,000            0.80        1  12,500 x 0,8 = 10,000.
    Grade 285C...............          55,000            0.80        1  13,750 x 0,8 = 11,000.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Note: When using 104.1.2 in ASME B31.1 to compute wall thickness, the stress shown here shall be applied as
  though taken from the stress tables. An additional factor of 0.8 may be required by Sec.   56.07-10(c) and
  (e).
\1\ For austenitic materials where two sets of stresses appear, use the lower values.
\2\ Type F (Furnace welded, using open hearth, basic oxygen, or electric furnace only) limited to Class II
  applications with a maximum service temperature of 450 [deg]F. Type E (ERW grade) limited to maximum service
  temperature of 650 [deg]F, or less.
\3\ Electric resistance welded pipe or tubing of this specification may be used to a maximum design pressure of
  350 pounds per square inch gage.
\4\ Refer to limitations on use of welded grades given in Sec.   56.60-2(b).
\5\ Use generally considered for Classes I-L and II-L applications. For Class I-L service only, the seamless
  grade is permitted. For other service refer to footnote 4 and to Sec.   56.50-105.
\6\ Furnace lap or furnace butt grades only. Limited to Class II applications only where the maximum service
  temperature is 450 [deg]F, or less.
\7\ Limited to Grades 285A, 285B, and 285C only (straight and spiral seam). Limited to Class II applications
  only where maximum service temperature is 300 [deg]F or less for straight seam, and 200 [deg]F or less for
  spiral seam.
\8\ Limited to Class II applications where the maximum service temperature is 300 [deg]F or less for straight
  seam and 200 [deg]F or less for spiral seam.
\9\ For Class I applications only the Class I Grade of the specification may be used.
\10\ When used in piping systems, a certificate shall be furnished by the manufacturer certifying that the
  mechanical properties at room temperature specified in ASTM A 520 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-
  2) have been met. Without this certification, use is limited to applications within heat exchangers.
\11\ When used in piping systems, a certificate shall be furnished by the manufacturer certifying that the
  mechanical properties for A192 in ASTM A 520 have been met. Without this certification, use is limited to
  applications within heat exchangers.
\12\ Hydrostatic testing of these fittings is not required but all fittings shall be capable of withstanding
  without failure, leakage, or impairment of serviceability, a hydrostatic test of 1\1/2\ times the designated
  rating pressure.
\13\ Other acceptable iron castings are in UCI-23 and UCD-23 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure
  Vessel Code. (See also Sec.  Sec.   56.60-10 and 56.60-15.) Acceptable castings of materials other than cast
  iron may be found in sections I or VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
\14\ Acceptable when complying with American National Standards Institute standards. Ductile iron is acceptable
  for temperatures not exceeding 650 [deg]F. For pressure temperature limitations refer to UCD-3 of section VIII
  of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. Other grades of cast iron are acceptable for temperatures not
  exceeding 450 [deg]F. For pressure temperature limitations refer to UCI-3 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler
  and Pressure Vessel Code.
\15\ For limitations in use refer to Sec.  Sec.   56.10-5(c) and 56.60-20.

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\16\ Copper pipe must not be used for hot oil systems except for short flexible connections at burners. Copper
  pipe must be annealed before installation in Class I piping systems. See also Sec.  Sec.   56.10-5(c) and
  56.60-20.
\17\ The stress values shall be taken from UNF23 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code for
  B75 annealed and light drawn temper as appropriate.
\18\ B68 shall be acceptable if provided with a mill hydrostatic or eddy current test.
\19\ Centrifugally cast pipe must be specifically approved by the Marine Safety Center.
\20\ Limited to pipe fittings and valves. See 46 CFR 56.60-15(d) for additional information.


    Table 56.60-1(b)--Adopted Standards Applicable to Piping Systems
                         (Replaces Table 126.1)
------------------------------------------------------------------------

------------------------------------------------------------------------
  American National Standards Institute (all incorporated by reference;
                           see 46 CFR 56.01-2)
------------------------------------------------------------------------
ANSI/ASME B1.1.......................  1982 Unified Inch Screw Threads
                                        (UN and UNR Thread Form).
ANSI/ASME B1.20.1....................  1983 Pipe Threads, General
                                        Purpose (Inch).
ANSI/ASME B1.20.3....................  1976 (Reaffirmed 1982) Dryseal
                                        Pipe Threads (Inch).
ANSI/ASME B16.15.....................  1985 [Reaffirmed 1994] Cast
                                        Bronze Threaded Fittings,
                                        Classes 125 and 250.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
   American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International (all
             incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)
------------------------------------------------------------------------
ASME B16.1...........................  1998 Cast Iron Pipe Flanges and
                                        Flanged Fittings, Classes 25,
                                        125, 250.
ASME B16.3...........................  1998 Malleable Iron Threaded
                                        Fittings, Classes 150 and 300.
ASME B16.4...........................  1998 Gray Iron Threaded Fittings,
                                        Classes 125 and 250.
ASME B16.5...........................  2003 Pipe Flanges and Flanged
                                        Fittings NPS \1/2\ Through NPS
                                        24 Metric/Inch Standard.\3\
ASME B16.9...........................  2003 Factory-Made Wrought Steel
                                        Buttwelding Fittings.
ASME B16.10..........................  2000 Face-to-Face and End-to-End
                                        Dimensions of Valves.
ASME B16.11..........................  2001 Forged Fittings, Socket-
                                        Welding and Threaded.
ASME B16.14..........................  1991 Ferrous Pipe Plugs,
                                        Bushings, and Locknuts with Pipe
                                        Threads.
ASME B16.18..........................  2001 Cast Copper Alloy Solder
                                        Joint Pressure Fittings.\4\
ASME B16.20..........................  1998 (Revision of ASME B16.20
                                        1993) Metallic Gaskets for Pipe
                                        Flanges: Ring-Joint, Spiral-
                                        Wound, and Jacketed.
ASME B16.21..........................  2005 Nonmetallic Flat Gaskets for
                                        Pipe Flanges.
ASME B16.22..........................  2001 Wrought Copper and Copper
                                        Alloy Solder Joint Pressure
                                        Fittings.\4\
ASME B16.23..........................  2002 Cast Copper Alloy Solder
                                        Joint Drainage Fittings: DWV.\4\
ASME B16.24..........................  2001 Cast Copper Alloy Pipe
                                        Flanges and Flanged Fittings:
                                        Class 150, 300, 400, 600, 900,
                                        1500, and 2500.\3\
ASME B16.25..........................  2003 Buttwelding Ends.
ASME B16.28..........................  1994 Wrought Steel Buttwelding
                                        Short Radius Elbows and
                                        Returns.\4\
ASME B16.29..........................  2007 Wrought Copper and Wrought
                                        Copper Alloy Solder Joint
                                        Drainage Fittings-DWV.\4\
ASME B16.34..........................  1996 Valves--Flanged, Threaded,
                                        and Welding End.\3\
ASME B16.42..........................  1998 Ductile Iron Pipe Flanges
                                        and Flanged Fittings, Classes
                                        150 and 300.
ASME B18.2.1.........................  1996 Square and Hex Bolts and
                                        Screws (Inch Series).
ASME/ANSI B18.2.2....................  1987 Square and Hex Nuts (Inch
                                        Series).
ASME B31.1...........................  2001 Power Piping ASME Code for
                                        Pressure Piping, B31.
ASME B36.10M.........................  2004 Welded and Seamless Wrought
                                        Steel Pipe.
ASME B36.19M.........................  2004 Stainless Steel Pipe.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) (all incorporated by
                     reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)
------------------------------------------------------------------------
ASTM F 682...........................  Standard Specification for
                                        Wrought Carbon Steel Sleeve-Type
                                        Pipe Couplings.
ASTM F 1006..........................  Standard Specification for
                                        Entrainment Separators for Use
                                        in Marine Piping
                                        Applications.\4\
ASTM F 1007..........................  Standard Specification for Pipe-
                                        Line Expansion Joints of the
                                        Packed Slip Type for Marine
                                        Application.
ASTM F 1020..........................  Standard Specification for Line-
                                        Blind Valves for Marine
                                        Applications.
ASTM F 1120..........................  Standard Specification for
                                        Circular Metallic Bellows Type
                                        Expansion Joints for Piping
                                        Applications.\4\
ASTM F 1123..........................  Standard Specification for Non-
                                        Metallic Expansion Joints.
ASTM F 1139..........................  Standard Specification for Steam
                                        Traps and Drains.
ASTM F 1172..........................  Standard Specification for Fuel
                                        Oil Meters of the Volumetric
                                        Positive Displacement Type.
ASTM F 1173..........................  Standard Specification for
                                        Thermosetting Resin Fiberglass
                                        Pipe and Fittings to be Used for
                                        Marine Applications.
ASTM F 1199..........................  Standard Specification for Cast
                                        (All Temperature and Pressures)
                                        and Welded Pipe Line Strainers
                                        (150 psig and 150 Degrees F
                                        Maximum).
ASTM F 1200..........................  Standard Specification for
                                        Fabricated (Welded) Pipe Line
                                        Strainers (Above 150 psig and
                                        150 Degrees F.)
ASTM F 1201..........................  Standard Specification for Fluid
                                        Conditioner Fittings in Piping
                                        Applications above 0 Degrees F.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
     Expansion Joint Manufacturers Association Inc. (incorporated by
                     reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)
------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Standards of the Expansion Joint Manufacturers Association, 1980
------------------------------------------------------------------------
  Fluid Controls Institute Inc. (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR
                                56.01-2)
------------------------------------------------------------------------
FCI 69-1.............................  Pressure Rating Standard for
                                        Steam Traps.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

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    Manufacturers' Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings
 Industry, Inc. (all incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) \4\
------------------------------------------------------------------------
SP-6.................................  Standard Finishes for Contact
                                        Faces of Pipe Flanges and
                                        Connecting-End Flanges of Valves
                                        and Fittings.
SP-9.................................  Spot Facing for Bronze, Iron and
                                        Steel Flanges.
SP-25................................  Standard Marking System for
                                        Valves, Fittings, Flanges and
                                        Unions.
SP-44................................  Steel Pipe Line Flanges.\4\
SP-45................................  Bypass and Drain Connection
                                        Standard.
SP-51................................  Class 150LW Corrosion Resistant
                                        Cast Flanges and Flanged
                                        Fittings.\4\
SP-53................................  Quality Standard for Steel
                                        Castings and Forgings for
                                        Valves, Flanges and Fittings and
                                        Other Piping Components--
                                        Magnetic Particle Examination
                                        Method.
SP-55................................  Quality Standard for Steel
                                        Castings for Valves, Flanges and
                                        Fittings and Other Piping
                                        Components--Visual Method.
SP-58................................  Pipe Hangers and Supports--
                                        Materials, Design and
                                        Manufacture.
SP-61................................  Pressure Testing of Steel Valves.
SP-67................................  Butterfly Valves.2,4
SP-69................................  Pipe Hangers and Supports--
                                        Selection and Application.
SP-72................................  Ball Valves with Flanged or Butt-
                                        Welding Ends for General
                                        Service.\4\
SP-73................................  Brazing Joints for Copper and
                                        Copper Pressure Fittings.
SP-83................................  Class 3000 Steel Pipe Unions,
                                        Socket-Welding and Threaded.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
\1\ [Reserved]
\2\ In addition, for bronze valves, adequacy of body shell thickness
  shall be satisfactory to the Marine Safety Center. Refer to Sec.
  56.60-10 of this part for cast-iron valves.
\3\ Mill or manufacturer's certification is not required, except where a
  needed portion of the required marking is deleted because of size or
  is absent because of age of existing stocks.
\4\ Because this standard offers the option of several materials, some
  of which are not generally acceptable to the Coast Guard, compliance
  with the standard does not necessarily indicate compliance with these
  rules. The marking on the component or the manufacturer or mill
  certificate must indicate the specification or grade of the materials
  as necessary to fully identify the materials. The materials must
  comply with the requirements in this subchapter governing the
  particular application.


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122. Revise Sec.  56.60-2(c)(1)(ii) and table 56.60-2(a) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  56.60-2  Limitations on materials.

* * * * *
    (c) * * *
    (1) * * *
    (ii) Ultrasonic examination as required by item S-6 in ASTM A 376 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) shall be certified as 
having been met in all applications except where 100 percent 
radiography is a requirement of the particular material specification.
* * * * *

 Table 56.60-2(a)--Adopted Specifications Not Listed in the ASME Boiler
                       and Pressure Vessel Code *
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                  Source of
     ASTM specifications          allowable               Notes
                                    stress
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                          Ferrous Materials \1\
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Bar stock:
    A 276....................  See footnote 4.  (\4\).
    (Grades 304-A, 304L-A,
     310-A, 316-A, 316L-A,
     321-A, 347-A, and 348-A).
    A 575 and A 576..........
    (Grades 1010-1030).......  See footnote 2.  (2,3).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                          Nonferrous Materials
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Bar stock:
    B 16 (soft and half hard   See footnote 5.  (5,7).
     tempers).
    B 21 (alloys A, B, and C)  See footnote 8.  (\8\).
    B 124:
        Alloy 377............  See footnotes 5  (5,9).
                                and 9.
        Alloy 464............  See footnote 8.  (8,10).
        Alloy 655............  See footnote 11  (\11\).
        Alloy 642............  See footnote 12  (7,12).
        Alloy 630............  See footnote 13  (7,13).
        Alloy 485............  See footnote 8.  (8,10).
Forgings:
    B 283 (forging brass)....  See footnotes 5  (5,9).
                                and 9.
Castings:
    B 26.....................  See footnotes    (5,14,15).
                                5, 14, and 15.
    B 85.....................  See footnotes    (5,14,15).
                                5, 14, and 15.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
* Note: Table 56.60-2(a) is a listing of adopted bar stock and
  nonferrous forging and casting specifications not listed in the ASME
  Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. Particular attention should be given
  to the supplementary testing requirements and service limitations
  contained in the footnotes. All ASTM standards referred to in Table
  56.60-2(a) and its footnotes are incorporated by reference (see 46 CFR
  56.01-2).
\1\ For limitations in use refer to 46 CFR 56.60-5.
\2\ Allowable stresses shall be the same as those listed in UCS23 of
  section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated
  by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) for SA-675 material of equivalent
  tensile strength.

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\3\ Physical testing shall be performed as for material manufactured to
  ASME SA-675 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 56.01-2), except
  that the bend test shall not be required.
\4\ Allowable stresses shall be the same as those listed in UCS23 of
  section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code for the
  corresponding SA-182 material.
\5\ Limited to air and hydraulic service with a maximum design
  temperature of 150 [deg]F. The material must not be used for salt
  water service or other fluids that may cause dezincification or stress
  corrosion cracking.
\6\ [Reserved]
\7\ An ammonia vapor test, in accordance with ASTM B 858M-95 shall be
  performed on a representative model of each finished product design.
\8\ Allowable stresses shall be the same as those listed in UNF23 of
  section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code for SB-171,
  naval brass.
\9\ An ammonia vapor test, in accordance with ASTM B 858M, shall be
  performed on a representative model for each finished product design.
  Tension tests shall be performed to determine tensile strength, yield
  strength, and elongation. Minimum values shall be those listed in
  Table 3 of ASTM B 283.
\10\ Physical testing, including mercurous nitrate test, shall be
  performed as for material manufactured to ASTM B 21.
\11\ Physical testing shall be performed as for material manufactured to
  ASTM B 96. Allowable stresses shall be the same as those listed in
  UNF23 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code for
  SB-96 and shall be limited to a maximum allowable temperature of 212
  [deg]F.
\12\ Physical testing shall be performed as for material manufactured to
  ASTM B 171, alloy D. Allowable stresses shall be the same as those
  listed in UNF23 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel
  Code for SB-171, aluminum bronze D.
\13\ Physical testing shall be performed as for material manufactured to
  ASTM B 171, alloy E. Allowable stresses shall be the same as those
  listed in UNF23 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel
  Code for SB-171, aluminum bronze, alloy E.
\14\ Tension tests shall be performed to determine tensile strength,
  yield strength, and elongation. Minimum values shall be those listed
  in table X-2 of ASTM B 85.
\15\ Those alloys with a maximum copper content of 0.6 percent or less
  shall be acceptable under this specification. Cast aluminum shall not
  be welded or brazed.


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123. Revise Sec.  56.60-3(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.60-3  Ferrous materials.

* * * * *
    (b) (Reproduces 124.2.C) Carbon or alloy steel having carbon 
content of more than 0.35 percent shall not be used in welded 
construction, nor be shaped by oxygen-cutting process or other thermal-
cutting process.

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124. Revise Sec.  56.60-5(a) and (b) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.60-5  Steel (High-temperature applications).

    (a) (Reproduces 124.2.A.) Upon prolonged exposure to temperatures 
above 775 [deg]F (412 [deg]C), the carbide phase of plain carbon steel, 
plain nickel-alloy steel, carbon-manganese-alloy steel, manganese-
vanadium-alloy steel, and carbon-silicon steel may convert to graphite.
    (b) (Reproduces 124.2.B.) Upon prolonged exposure to temperatures 
above 875 [deg]F (468 [deg]C), the carbide phase of alloy steels, such 
as carbon-molybdenum, manganese-molybdenum-vanadium, manganese-
chromium-vanadium, and chromium-vanadium, may convert to graphite.
* * * * *

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125. Revise Sec.  56.60-10(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.60-10  Cast iron and malleable iron.

    (a) The low ductility of cast iron and malleable iron should be 
recognized and the use of these metals where shock loading may occur 
should be avoided. Cast iron and malleable iron components shall not be 
used at temperatures above 450 [deg]F. Cast iron and malleable iron 
fittings conforming to the specifications of 46 CFR 56.60-1, Table 
56.60-1(a) may be used at pressures not exceeding the limits of the 
applicable standards shown in that table at temperatures not exceeding 
450 [deg]F. Valves of either of these materials may be used if they 
conform to the standards for class 125 and class 250 flanges and 
flanged fittings in ASME B16.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
56.01-2) and if their service does not exceed the rating as marked on 
the valve.
* * * * *

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126. Revise Sec.  56.60-15(a) and (b)(2) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.60-15  Ductile iron.

    (a) Ductile cast iron components made of material conforming to 
ASTM A 395 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 56.01-2) may be used 
within the service restrictions and pressure-temperature limitations of 
UCD-3 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).
    (b) * * *
    (2) Large castings for components, such as hydraulic cylinders, are 
examined as specified for a casting quality factor of 90 percent in 
accordance with UG-24 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code; and
* * * * *

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127. Amend Sec.  56.60-25 by revising paragraph (a) introductory text, 
paragraphs (b)(1), (b)(2), (b)(3), and (b)(5), and by adding paragraph 
(b)(6) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.60-25  Nonmetallic materials.

    (a) Plastic pipe installations shall be in accordance with IMO 
Resolution A.753(18) (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) 
and the following supplemental requirements:
* * * * *
    (b) Nonmetallic flexible hose. (1) Nonmetallic flexible hose must 
be in accordance with SAE J1942 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
56.01-2) and may be installed only in vital and nonvital fresh and salt 
water systems, nonvital pneumatic systems, lube oil and fuel systems, 
and fluid power systems.
    (2) Nonmetallic flexible hose may be used in vital fresh and salt 
water systems at a maximum service pressure of 1,034 kPa (150 psi). 
Nonmetallic flexible hose may be used in lengths not exceeding 76 cm 
(30 inches) where flexibility is required, subject to the limits in 
paragraphs (a)(1) through (4) of this section. Nonmetallic flexible 
hose may be used for plastic pipe in duplicate installations in 
accordance with this paragraph (b).
    (3) Nonmetallic flexible hose may be used for plastic pipe in non-
vital fresh and salt water systems and non-vital pneumatic systems, 
subject to the limits of paragraphs (a)(1) through (4) of this section. 
Unreinforced hoses are limited to a maximum service pressure of 345 kPa 
(50 psi); reinforced hoses are limited to a maximum service pressure of 
1,034 kPa (150 psi).
* * * * *
    (5) Nonmetallic flexible hose must be complete with factory-
assembled end fittings requiring no further adjustment of the fittings 
on the hose, except that field attachable type fittings may be used. 
Hose end fittings must comply with SAE J1475 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2). Field attachable fittings must be 
installed following the manufacturer's recommended practice. If special

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equipment is required, such as crimping machines, it must be of the 
type and design specified by the manufacturer. A hydrostatic test of 
each hose assembly must be conducted in accordance with Sec.  56.97-5 
of this part.
    (6) The fire-test procedures of ISO 15540 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) are an acceptable alternative to those 
procedures of SAE J1942. All other tests of SAE J1942 are still 
required.
* * * * *

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128. Revise Sec.  56.65-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  56.65-1  General (replaces 127 through 135).

    The requirements for fabrication, assembly and erection in subparts 
56.70 through 56.90 shall apply in lieu of 127 through 135.4 of ASME 
B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2). Those paragraphs 
reproduced are so noted.

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129. Revise Sec.  56.70-5(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.70-5  Material.

    (a) Filler metal. All filler metal, including consumable insert 
material, must comply with the requirements of section IX of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
56.01-2) and 46 CFR 57.02-5.
* * * * *

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130. In Sec.  56.70-10--
0
a. Revise the heading of paragraph (a), and paragraphs (a)(1)(ii) and 
(b) to read as set out below; and
0
b. In paragraph (a)(3), remove the words ``(see Fig. 127.3.1)'' and 
add, in their place, the words ``(see Fig. 127.3)'':


Sec.  56.70-10  Preparation (modifies 127.3).

    (a) Butt welds (reproduces 127.3). (1) * * *
    (ii) Butt-welding end preparation dimensions contained in ASME 
B16.25 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) or any other end 
preparation that meets the procedure qualification requirements are 
acceptable.
* * * * *
    (b) Fillet welds (modifies 127.4.4). In making fillet welds, the 
weld metal must be deposited in such a way as to obtain adequate 
penetration into the base metal at the root of the weld. Piping 
components that are to be joined utilizing fillet welds must be 
prepared in accordance with applicable provisions and requirements of 
this section. For typical details, see Figures 127.4.4A and 127.4.4C of 
ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) and 46 CFR 
56.30-10(b). See 46 CFR 56.30-5(d) for additional requirements.

0
131. In Sec.  56.70-15--
0
a. Revise paragraphs (b)(1), (b)(5), and (b)(6) introductory text, the 
paragraph headings in paragraphs (f) introductory text and (g) 
introductory text, and paragraph (g)(4) to read as set out below;
0
b. In paragraph (b)(8)(ii), remove the words ``ASME Code'' and, in 
their place, add the words ``ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)'';
0
c. In paragraph (c), remove the term ``ANSI-B31.1'' and add, in its 
place, the term ``ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
56.01-2)''; and
0
d. In paragraphs (d)(1) and (g)(1) through (7), remove the terms 
``ANSI-B31.1'' and ``ANSI B31.1'' wherever they appear and add, in 
their place, the term ``ASME B31.1''.


Sec.  56.70-15  Procedure.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (1) Girth butt welds must be complete penetration welds and may be 
made with a single vee, double vee, or other suitable type of groove, 
with or without backing rings or consumable inserts.
* * * * *
    (5) When components of different outside diameters are welded 
together, the weld joint must be filled to the outside surface of the 
component having the larger diameter. There must be a gradual 
transition, not exceeding a slope of 1:3, in the weld between the two 
surfaces. To avoid unnecessary weld deposit, the outside surface of the 
component having the larger diameter must be tapered at an angle not to 
exceed 30 degrees with the axis of the pipe. (See Fig. 127.4.2 of ASME 
B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).)
    (6) As-welded surfaces are permitted; however, the surface of the 
welds must be sufficiently free from coarse ripple, grooves, overlaps, 
abrupt ridges and valleys to meet the following:
* * * * *
    (f) Weld defect repairs. * * *
* * * * *
    (g) Welded branch connections. * * *
    (4) Branch connections (including specially made, integrally 
reinforced branch connection fittings) that abut the outside surface of 
the run wall, or that are inserted through an opening cut in the run 
wall, shall have opening and branch contour to provide a good fit and 
shall be attached by means of full penetration groove welds except as 
otherwise permitted in paragraph (g)(7) of this section. The full 
penetration groove welds shall be finished with cover fillet welds 
having a minimum throat dimension not less than 2tc. The limitation as 
to imperfection of these groove welds shall be as set forth in 
127.4.2(C) of ASME B31.1 for girth welds.
* * * * *

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132. Revise Sec.  56.70-20(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.70-20  Qualification, general.

    (a) Qualification of the welding procedures to be used, and of the 
performance of welders and welding operators, is required, and shall 
comply with the requirements of section IX of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) 
except as modified by part 57 of this subchapter.
* * * * *

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133. Revise Sec.  56.75-5(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.75-5  Filler metal.

* * * * *
    (c) Fluxes that are fluid and chemically active at the brazing 
temperature must be used when necessary to prevent oxidation of the 
filler metal and of the surfaces to be joined and to promote free 
flowing of the filler metal.

0
134. Revise Sec.  56.75-10 section heading to read as follows:


Sec.  56.75-10  Joint clearance.

* * * * *

0
135. Revise Sec.  56.75-15 section heading to read as follows:


Sec.  56.75-15  Heating.

* * * * *

0
136. Revise Sec.  56.75-20(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.75-20  Brazing qualification.

    (a) The qualification of the performance of brazers and brazing 
operators shall be in accordance with the requirements of part C, 
Section IX of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) and part 57 of this subchapter.
* * * * *

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137. Revise Sec.  56.75-25(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.75-25  Detail requirements.

* * * * *
    (b) The surfaces to be brazed must be clean and free from grease, 
oxides, paint, scale, and dirt of any kind. Any suitable chemical or 
mechanical cleaning method may be used to provide a clean, wettable 
surface for brazing.
* * * * *

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Sec.  56.80-5  [Amended]

0
138. In Sec.  56.80-5, remove the term ``ANSI-B31.1'' and add, in its 
place, the words ``ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
56.01-2)''.

0
139. Revise Sec.  56.80-15(a), (c), (d), (e), and (g) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  56.80-15  Heat treatment of bends and formed components.

    (a) Carbon-steel piping that has been heated to at least 1,650 
[deg]F (898 [deg]C) for bending or other forming requires no subsequent 
heat treatment.
* * * * *
    (c) Cold bending and forming of carbon steel having a wall 
thickness of three-fourths of an inch and heavier, and all ferritic-
alloy pipe in nominal pipe sizes of 4 inches and larger, or one-half-
inch wall thickness or heavier, will require a stress-relieving 
treatment.
    (d) Cold bending of carbon-steel and ferritic-alloy steel pipe in 
sizes and wall thicknesses less than specified in 129.3.3 of ASME B31.1 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) may be used without a 
postheat treatment.
    (e) For other materials the heat treatment of bends and formed 
components must be such as to ensure pipe properties that are 
consistent with the original pipe specification.
* * * * *
    (g) Austenitic stainless-steel pipe that has been heated for 
bending or other forming may be used in the ``as-bent'' condition 
unless the design specification requires post-bending heat treatment.

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140. Revise Sec.  56.85-5 to read as follows:


Sec.  56.85-5  Heating and cooling method.

    Heat treatment may be accomplished by a suitable heating method 
that will provide the desired heating and cooling rates, the required 
metal temperature, metal temperature uniformity, and temperature 
control.

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141. Revise Sec.  56.85-10(b) and (c) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.85-10  Preheating.

* * * * *
    (b) During the welding of dissimilar materials, the minimum preheat 
temperature may not be lower than either the highest temperature listed 
in Table 56.85-10 for any of the materials to be welded or the 
temperature established in the qualified welding procedure.
    (c) The preheat temperature shall be checked by use of temperature-
indicating crayons, thermocouples, pyrometers, or other suitable 
methods to ensure that the required preheat temperature is obtained 
before, and uniformly maintained during the welding.
* * * * *

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142. Revise Sec.  56.85-15(d), (e), and (i) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.85-15  Postheat treatment.

* * * * *
    (d) The postheating treatment selected for parts of an assembly 
must not adversely affect other components. Heating a fabricated 
assembly as a complete unit is usually desirable; however, the size or 
shape of the unit or the adverse effect of a desired treatment on one 
or more components where dissimilar materials are involved may dictate 
alternative procedures. For example, it may be heated as a section of 
the assembly before the attachment of others or local circumferential-
band heating of welded joints in accordance with 46 CFR 56.85-10, Table 
56.85-10 Note (12) and 46 CFR 56.85-15(j)(3).
    (e) Postheating treatment of welded joints between dissimilar 
metals having different postheating requirements must be established in 
the qualified welding procedure.
* * * * *
    (i) For those materials listed under P-1, when the wall thickness 
of the thicker of the two abutting ends, after their preparation, is 
less than three-fourths inch, the weld needs no postheating treatment. 
In all cases, where the nominal wall thickness is three-fourths inch or 
less, postheating treatment is not required.
* * * * *

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143. Revise Sec.  56.90-5(b) and (d) to read as follows:


Sec.  56.90-5  Bolting procedure.

* * * * *
    (b) When bolting gasketed flanged joints, the gasket must be 
properly compressed in accordance with the design principles applicable 
to the type of gasket used.
* * * * *
    (d) All bolts must be engaged so that there is visible evidence of 
complete threading through the nut or threaded attachment.

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144. Revise Sec.  56.90-10 section heading to read as follows:


Sec.  56.90-10  Threaded piping (modifies 135.5).

* * * * *


Sec.  56.95-1  [Amended]

0
145. In Sec.  56.95-1--
0
a. In paragraph (a), remove the term ``ANSI-B31.1'' and add, in its 
place, the words ``ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
56.01-2)''; and
0
b. In paragraph (b) remove the term ``ANSI-B31.1'' and add, in its 
place, the term ``ASME B31.1''.


Sec.  56.95-10  [Amended]

0
146. In Sec.  56.95-10--
0
a. In paragraph (a) introductory text, remove the term ``ANSI-B31.1'' 
and add, in its place, the words ``ASME B31.1 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)'';
0
b. In paragraph (c)(1)(i), remove the words ``ASME Code'' and, in their 
place, add the words ``ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)'';
0
c. In paragraph (c)(1)(ii), remove the words ``ASME Code'' and, in 
their place, add the words ``ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)'';
0
d. In paragraph (c)(4) introductory text, remove the words, ``ASME 
Code'' and, in their place, add the words ``ASME Boiler and Pressure 
Vessel Code''; and
0
e. In paragraph (c)(5) remove the words ``ASME Code'' and, in their 
place, add the words ``ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''.


Sec.  56.97-1  [Amended]

0
147. Amend Sec.  56.97-1(a) by removing the term ``ANSI-B31.1'' and 
adding, in its place, the words ``ASME B31.1 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)''.
0
148. Revise Sec.  56.97-25 section heading to read as follows:


Sec.  56.97-25  Preparation for testing (reproduces 137.2).

* * * * *

0
149. Revise Sec.  56.97-30 section heading to read as follows:


Sec.  56.97-30  Hydrostatic tests (modifies 137.4).

* * * * *

PART 58--MAIN AND AUXILIARY MACHINERY AND RELATED SYSTEMS

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150. The authority citation for part 58 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; Executive Order 
12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of 
Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.


Sec.  58.01-5  [Amended]

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151. In Sec.  58.01-5, remove the words ``the American Bureau of 
Shipping or other recognized classification society,'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``the ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by 
reference, see 46 CFR 58.03-1)''.

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152. Revise Sec.  58.01-10(a)(3) to read as follows:


Sec.  58.01-10  Fuel oil.

    (a) * * *
    (3) Subject to such further precautions as the Commanding Officer, 
Marine Safety Center, considers necessary, and provided that the 
ambient temperature of the space in which such fuel oil is stored or 
used does not rise to within 18 [deg]F (10 [deg]C) below the flashpoint 
of the fuel oil, fuel oil having a flashpoint of less than 140 [deg]F 
(60 [deg]C) but not less than 110 [deg]F (43 [deg]C) may be used.
* * * * *

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153. Revise Sec.  58.01-50(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  58.01-50  Machinery space, noise.

    (a) Each machinery space must be designed to minimize the exposure 
of personnel to noise in accordance with IMO A.468(XII) (incorporated 
by reference, see 46 CFR 58.03-1). No person may encounter a 24-hour 
effective noise level greater than 82 dB(A) when noise is measured 
using a sound-level meter and an A-weighting filter.
* * * * *

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154. Revise Sec.  58.03-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  58.03-1  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part 
with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that 
specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of 
change in the Federal Register and the material must be available to 
the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the 
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on 
the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to 
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_
regulations/ibr_locations.html. This material is also available for 
inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering 
Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, 
and is available from the sources listed below.
    (b) American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC), 613 Third Street, Suite 
10, Annapolis, MD 21403:
    (1) P-1-73, Safe Installation of Exhaust Systems for Propulsion and 
Auxiliary Machinery, 1973 (``ABYC P-1''), 58.10-5; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (c) American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), ABS Plaza, 16855 Northchase 
Drive, Houston, TX 77060.
    (1) Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels, Part 4 Vessel 
Systems and Machinery (2003) (''ABS Steel Vessel Rules''), 58.01-5; 
58.05-1; 58.10-15; 58.20-5; 58.25-5; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (d) American National Standards Institute (ANSI), 11 West 42nd 
Street, New York, NY 10036:
    (1) ANSI B31.3, Chemical Plant and Petroleum Refinery Piping, 1987 
(``ANSI B31.3''), 58.60-7;
    (2) ANSI B31.5, Refrigeration Piping, 1987 (``ANSI B31.5''), 58.20-
5; 58.20-20; and
    (3) ANSI B93.5, Recommended practice for the use of Fire Resistant 
Fluids for Fluid Power Systems, 1979 (``ANSI B93.5''), 58.30-10.
    (e) American Petroleum Institute (API), 1220 L Street, NW., 
Washington, DC 20005-4070:
    (1) API RP 14C, Analysis, Design, Installation and Testing of Basic 
Surface Safety Systems for Offshore Production Platforms, 1986 (``API 
RP 14C''), 58.60-9; and
    (2) API RP 53, Recommended Practice for Blowout Prevention 
Equipment Systems for Drilling Wells, 1984 (``API RP 53''), 58.60-7.
    (f) American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International, 
Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5990:
    (1) 2001 ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section I, Rules for 
Construction of Power Boilers (July 1, 2001) (``Section I of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''), 58.30-15; and
    (2) ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1, 
Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels (1998 with 1999 and 2000 
addenda) (``Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel 
Code''), 58.30-15.
    (g) ASTM International (formerly American Society for Testing and 
Materials) (ASTM), 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-
2959:
    (1) ASTM A 193/A 193M-98a, Standard Specification for Alloy-Steel 
and Stainless Steel Bolting Materials for High-Temperature Service 
(``ASTM A 193''), 58.30-15;
    (2) ASTM B 96-93, Standard Specification for Copper-Silicon Alloy 
Plate, Sheet, Strip, and Rolled Bar for General Purposes and Pressure 
Vessels (``ASTM B 96''), 58.50-5;
    (3) ASTM B 122/B 122M-95, Standard Specification for Copper-Nickel-
Tin Alloy, Copper-Nickel-Zinc Alloy (Nickel Silver), and Copper-Nickel 
Alloy Plate, Sheet, Strip, and Rolled Bar (``ASTM B 122''), 58.50-5;
    (4) ASTM B 127-93a, Standard Specification for Nickel-Copper Alloy 
(UNS NO4400) Plate, Sheet, and Strip (``ASTM B 127''), 58.50-5; 58.50-
10;
    (5) ASTM B 152-97a, Standard Specification for Copper Sheet, Strip, 
Plate, and Rolled Bar (``ASTM B 152''), 58.50-5;
    (6) ASTM B 209-96, Standard Specification for Aluminum and 
Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate (``ASTM B 209''), 58.50-5; 58.50-10;
    (7) ASTM D 92-97, Standard Test Method for Flash and Fire Points by 
Cleveland Open Cup (``ASTM D 92''), 58.30-10;
    (8) ASTM D 93-97, Standard Test Methods for Flash Point by Pensky-
Martens Closed Cup Tester (``ASTM D 93''), 58.01-10; and
    (9) ASTM D 323-94, Standard Test Method for Vapor Pressure of 
Petroleum Products (Reid Method) (``ASTM D 323''), 58.16-5.
    (h) International Maritime Organization (IMO), Publications 
Section, 4 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SR, United Kingdom:
    (1) A.467(XII), Guidelines for Acceptance of Non-Duplicated Rudder 
Actuators for Tankers, Chemical Tankers and Gas Carriers of 10,000 Tons 
Gross Tonnage and Above But Less Than 100,000 Tonnes Deadweight, 1981 
(``IMO A.467(XII)''), 58.25-60; and
    (2) A.468(XII), Code on Noise Levels on Board Ships, 1981 (``IMO 
A.468(XII)''), 58.01-50.
    (i) National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 1 Batterymarch 
Park, Quincy, MA 02169:
    (1) NFPA 302, Fire Protection Standard for Pleasure and Commercial 
Craft, 1989 (``NFPA 302''), 58.10-5; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (j) Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), 400 Commonwealth Drive, 
Warrendale, PA 15096:
    (1) SAE J-1928, Devices Providing Backfire Flame Control for 
Gasoline Engines in Marine Applications, 1989 (``SAE J-1928''), 58.10-
5; and
    (2) SAE J429, Mechanical and Material Requirements for Externally 
Threaded Fasteners (Aug. 1983) (``SAE J429''), 58.30-15.
    (k) Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL), 12 Laboratory Drive, 
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709:
    (1) UL 1111, Marine Carburetor Flame Arresters, 1988 (``UL 1111''), 
58.10-5; and
    (2) [Reserved]

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155. Revise Sec.  58.05-1 to read as follows:

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Sec.  58.05-1  Material, design and construction.

    (a) The material, design, construction, workmanship, and 
arrangement of main propulsion machinery and of each auxiliary, 
directly connected to the engine and supplied as such, must be at least 
equivalent to the standards established by the ABS Steel Vessel Rules 
(incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 58.03-1), except as otherwise 
provided by this subchapter.
    (b) When main and auxiliary machinery is to be installed without 
classification society review, the builder shall submit in 
quadruplicate to the cognizant Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, 
such drawings and particulars of the installation as are required by 
the American Bureau of Shipping Rules for Building and Classing Steel 
Vessels, Part 4 Vessel Systems and Machinery (2003) for similar 
installations on classed vessels.

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156. Revise Sec.  58.10-5(b)(3)(i) and (d)(1) introductory text to read 
as follows:


Sec.  58.10-5  Gasoline engine installations.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (3) * * *
    (i) A backfire flame arrester complying with SAE J-1928 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 58.03-1) or UL 1111 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 58.03-1) and marked accordingly. 
The flame arrester must be suitably secured to the air intake with a 
flametight connection.
* * * * *
    (d) Exhaust pipe. (1) Exhaust pipe installations must conform to 
the requirements of ABYC P-1 and part 1, section 23 of NFPA 302 (both 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 58.03-1) and the following 
additional requirements:
* * * * *


Sec.  58.10-15  [Amended]

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157. In Sec.  58.10-15(a), remove the words ``the American Bureau of 
Shipping or other recognized classification society'' and add, in their 
place, the words ``the ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by 
reference, see 46 CFR 58.03-1)''.

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158. Revise Sec.  58.16-10(b)(1) and (c) to read as follows:


Sec.  58.16-10  Approvals.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (1) Cylinders in which liquefied petroleum gas is stored and 
handled must be constructed, tested, marked, maintained, and retested 
in accordance with 49 CFR part 178.
* * * * *
    (c) Safety-relief devices. All required safety-relief devices must 
be approved as to type, size, pressure setting, and location by the 
Commandant (CG-521) as being in accordance with 49 CFR part 178.
* * * * *

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159. Revise Sec.  58.20-5(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  58.20-5  Design.

    (a) Refrigeration machinery may be accepted for installation 
provided the design, material, and fabrication comply with the 
applicable requirements of the ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by 
reference, see 46 CFR 58.03-1). The minimum pressures for design of all 
components must be those listed for piping in Table 501.2.4 of ANSI 
B31.5 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 58.03-1). In no case may 
pressure components be designed for a pressure less than that for which 
the safety devices of the system are set. Pressure vessels must be 
designed in accordance with part 54 of this subchapter.
* * * * *


Sec.  58.20-20  [Amended]

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160. In Sec.  58.20-20(b), remove the term ``ANSI-B31.5'' and add, in 
its place, the words ``ANSI B31.5 (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 58.03-1)''.


Sec.  58.25-5  [Amended]

0
161. In Sec.  58.25-5(d), remove the words, ``the American Bureau of 
Shipping or other recognized classification society,'' and add, in 
their place, the words ``the ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by 
reference, see 46 CFR 58.03-1)''.

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162. Revise Sec.  58.25-60 to read as follows:


Sec.  58.25-60  Non-duplicated hydraulic rudder actuators.

    Non-duplicated hydraulic rudder actuators may be installed in the 
steering-gear control systems on each vessel of less than 100,000 
deadweight tons. These actuators must meet IMO A.467(XII) (incorporated 
by reference, see 46 CFR 58.03-1) and be acceptable to the Commanding 
Officer, Marine Safety Center. Also, the piping for the main gear must 
comply with 46 CFR 58.25-10(e)(3).


Sec.  58.30-10  [Amended]

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163. In Sec.  58.30-10(e), remove the words, ``ANSI-B93.5 (Recommended 
Practice for the Use of Fire Resistant Fluids for Fluid Power 
Systems)'' and, in their place, add the words ``ANSI B93.5 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 58.03-1)''.

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164. Revise Sec.  58.30-15(b) and (c) to read as follows:


Sec.  58.30-15  Pipe, tubing, valves, fittings, pumps, and motors.

* * * * *
    (b) Materials used in the manufacture of tubing, pipes, valves, 
flanges, and fittings shall be selected from those specifications that 
appear in 46 CFR 56.60-1, Table 56.60-1(a) or 46 CFR 56.60-2, Table 
56.60-2(a); or they may be selected from the material specifications of 
Section I or Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 
(both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 58.03-1) if not prohibited 
by the section of this subchapter dealing with the particular section 
of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. Materials designated by 
other specifications shall be evaluated on the basis of physical and 
chemical properties. To assure these properties, the specifications 
shall specify and require such physical and chemical testing as 
considered necessary by the Commandant. All tubing and pipe materials 
shall be suitable for handling the hydraulic fluid used and shall be of 
such chemical and physical properties as to remain ductile at the 
lowest operating temperature.
    (c) Bolting shall meet the requirements of 46 CFR 56.25-20 except 
that regular hexagon bolts conforming to SAE J429, grades 2 through 8 
(incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 58.03-1), or ASTM A 193 
(incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 58.03-1) may be used in sizes 
not exceeding 1\1/2\ inches.
* * * * *

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165. Revise table 58.50-5(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  58.50-5  Gasoline fuel tanks.

    (a) * * *

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                                                Table 58.50-5(a)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                           Thickness in inches and gage numbers \1\ vs. tank
                                  ASTM specification                       capacities for--
                                   (all incorporated -----------------------------------------------------------
            Material               by reference; see                       More than 80- and
                                    46 CFR 58.03-1)     1- through 80-    not more than 150-    Over 150-gallon
                                                         gallon tanks        gallon tanks          tanks \2\
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Aluminum \5\....................  B 209, Alloy 5086   0.250 (USSG 3)....  0.250 (USSG 3)....  0.250 (USSG 3).
                                   \6\.
Nickel-copper...................  B 127, Hot rolled   0.037 (USSG         0.050 (USSG 18)...  0.107 (USSG 12).
                                   sheet or plate.     20).\3\.
Copper-nickel...................  B 122, Alloy No. 5  0.045 (AWG 17)....  0.057 (AWG 15)....  0.128 (AWG 8).
Copper..........................  B 152, Type ETP...  0.057 (AWG 15)....  0.080 (AWG 12)....  0.182 (AWG 5).
Copper-silicon..................  B 96, alloys        0.050 (AWG 16)....  0.064 (AWG 14)....  0.144 (AWG 7).
                                   C65100 and C65500.
Steel or iron \4\...............  ..................  0.0747 (MfgStd 14)  0.1046 (MfgStd 12)  0.179 (MfgStd 7).
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
\1\ Gauges used are U.S. standard ``USSG'' for aluminum and nickel-copper; ``AWG'' for copper, copper-nickel and
  copper-silicon; and ``MfgStd'' for steel.
\2\ Tanks over 400 gallons shall be designed with a factor of safety of four on the ultimate strength of the
  material used with a design head of not less than 4 feet of liquid above the top of the tank.
\3\ Nickel-copper not less than 0.031 inch (USSG 22) may be used for tanks up to 30-gallon capacity.
\4\ Fuel tanks constructed of iron or steel, which is less than \3/16\-inch thick shall be galvanized inside and
  outside by the hot dip process.
\5\ Anodic to most common metals. Avoid dissimilar metal contact with tank body.
\6\ And other alloys acceptable to the Commandant.

* * * * *
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166. Revise table 58.50-10(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  58.50-10  Diesel fuel tanks.

    (a) * * *

                                                Table 58.50-10(a)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                           Thickness in inches and gage numbers \1\ vs. tank
                                  ASTM specification                       capacities for--
                                   (all incorporated -----------------------------------------------------------
            Material               by reference; see                       More than 80- and
                                    46 CFR 58.03-1)     1- through 80-    not more than 150-    Over 150-gallon
                                                         gallon tanks        gallon tanks          tanks \2\
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Aluminum \5\....................  B 209, Alloy 5086   0.250 (USSG 3)....  0.250 (USSG 3)....  0.250 (USSG 3).
                                   \6\.
Nickel-copper...................  B 127, Hot rolled   0.037 (USSG         0.050 (USSG 18)...  0.107 (USSG 12).
                                   sheet or plate.     20).\3\
Steel or iron \4\...............  ..................  0.0747 (MfgStd 14)  0.1046 (MfgStd 12)  0.179 (MfgStd 7).
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
\1\ Gauges used are U.S. standard ``USSG'' for aluminum and nickel-copper and ``MfgStd'' for steel or iron.
\2\ Tanks over 400 gallons shall be designed with a factor of safety of four on the ultimate strength of the
  material used with design head of not less than 4 feet of liquid above the top of the tank.
\3\ Nickel-copper not less than 0.031 inch (USSG 22) may be used for tanks up to 30-gallon capacity.
\4\ For diesel tanks the steel or iron shall not be galvanized on the interior.
\5\ Anodic to most common metals. Avoid dissimilar metal contact with tank body.
\6\ And other alloys acceptable to the Commandant.

* * * * *

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167. Revise Sec.  58.50-15 to read as follows:


Sec.  58.50-15  Alternate material for construction of independent fuel 
tanks.

    (a) Materials other than those specifically listed in 46 CFR 58.50-
5, Table 58.50-5(a) and in 46 CFR 58.50-10, Table 58.50-10(a) may be 
used for fuel tank construction only if the tank as constructed meets 
material and testing requirements approved by the Commandant (CG-521). 
Approved testing may be accomplished by any acceptable laboratory, such 
as the Marine Department, Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc., or may be 
done by the fabricator if witnessed by a marine inspector.
    (b) [Reserved]

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168. Revise Sec.  58.60-7 to read as follows:


Sec.  58.60-7  Industrial systems: Piping.

    The piping for industrial systems under this subpart must meet ANSI 
B31.3 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 58.03-1), except that blow 
out preventor control systems must also meet API RP 53 (incorporated by 
reference, see 46 CFR 58.03-1).

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169. Revise Sec.  58.60-9 to read as follows:


Sec.  58.60-9  Industrial systems: Design.

    Each system under this subpart must be designed and analyzed in 
accordance with the principles of API RP 14C (incorporated by 
reference, see 46 CFR 58.03-1).

PART 59--REPAIRS TO BOILERS, PRESSURE VESSELS AND APPURTENANCES

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170. The authority citation for part 59 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 
1980 Comp., p. 227; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 
0170.1.


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171. Revise Sec.  59.01-2 to read as follows:


Sec.  59.01-2  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part 
with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that 
specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of 
change in the Federal Register and the material must be available to 
the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the 
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on 
the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to 
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_
regulations/ibr_locations.html. The material is also available for 
inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering 
Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-

[[Page 65189]]

0001, and is available from the sources listed below.
    (b) American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International, 
Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5990:
    (1) 2001 ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section I, Rules for 
Construction of Power Boilers (July 1, 2001) (``Section I of the ASME 
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''), 59.10-5;
    (2) ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VII, Recommended 
Guidelines for the Care of Power Boilers (July 1, 2001) (``Section VII 
of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code''), 59.01-5;
    (3) ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1, 
Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels (1998 with 1999 and 2000 
addenda) (``Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel 
Code''), 59.10-5; 59.10-10; and
    (4) ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IX, Welding and 
Brazing Qualifications (1998) (``Section IX of the ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code''), 59.10-5.


Sec.  59.01-3  [Removed]

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172. Remove Sec.  59.01-3.

0
173. Revise Sec.  59.01-5(e) to read as follows:


Sec.  59.01-5  Repairs, replacements, or alterations.

* * * * *
    (e) Where applicable, manufacturers' instruction books, manuals, 
and the like, and section VII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel 
Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 59.01-2) must be used for 
guidance.


Sec.  59.10-5  [Amended]

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174. In Sec.  59.10-5--
0
a. In paragraph (i), remove the term ``ASME Code'' and, in its place, 
add the words ``ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (all incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 59.01-2)''; and
0
b. In paragraphs (j) and (k), remove the words ``ASME Code'' wherever 
they appear and, in their place, add the words ``ASME Boiler and 
Pressure Vessel Code''.


Sec.  59.10-10  [Amended]

0
175. In Sec.  59.10-10(f), remove the words ``section VIII, ASME Code'' 
and, in their place, add the words ``section VIII of the ASME Boiler 
and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 59.01-
2)''.

PART 61--PERIODIC TESTS AND INSPECTIONS

0
176. The authority citation for part 61 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 3307, 3703; 
E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of 
Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.


0
177. Revise Sec.  61.15-10 section heading and paragraph (b) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  61.15-10  Liquefied-petroleum-gas piping for heating and cooking.

* * * * *
    (b) Test the system for leakage in accordance with the following 
procedure: With the appliance valve closed, the master shutoff valve on 
the appliance open, and one cylinder valve open, note pressure in 
gauge.

PART 62--VITAL SYSTEM AUTOMATION

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178. The authority citation for part 62 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703, 8105; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 
3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security 
Delegation No. 0170.1.


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179. Revise Sec.  62.05-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  62.05-1  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part 
with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that 
specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of 
change in the Federal Register and the material must be available to 
the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the 
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on 
the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to 
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_
regulations/ibr_locations.html. The material is also available for 
inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering 
Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, 
and is available from the sources listed below.
    (b) American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), ABS Plaza, 16855 Northchase 
Drive, Houston, TX 77060:
    (1) Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels, Part 4 Vessel 
Systems and Machinery (2003) (``ABS Steel Vessel Rules''), 62.25-30; 
62.35-5; 62.35-35; 62.35-40; 62.35-50; 62.50-30; and
    (2) [Reserved]


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180. Revise Sec.  62.25-1(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  62.25-1  General.

* * * * *
    (c) Each console for a vital control or alarm system and any 
similar enclosure that relies upon forced cooling for proper operation 
of the system must have a backup means of providing cooling. It must 
also have an alarm activated by the failure of the temperature-control 
system.

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181. Revise Sec.  62.25-5(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  62.25-5  All control systems.

    (a) Local and remote starting for any propulsion engine or turbine 
equipped with a jacking or turning gear must be prevented while the 
turning gear is engaged.
* * * * *

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182. Revise Sec.  62.25-30(a)(1), (2), (3), and (5) to read as follows:


Sec.  62.25-30  Environmental design standards.

    (a) * * *
    (1) Ship motion and vibration described in Table 9 of section 4-9-7 
of the ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
62.05-1); note that inclination requirements for fire and flooding 
safety systems are described in 46 CFR 112.05-5(c).
    (2) Ambient air temperatures described in Table 9 of part 4-9-7 of 
the ABS Steel Vessel Rules.
    (3) Electrical voltage and frequency tolerances described in Table 
9 of part 4-9-7 of the ABS Steel Vessel Rules.
* * * * *
    (5) Hydraulic and pneumatic pressure variations described in Table 
9 of part 4-9-7 of the ABS Steel Vessel Rules.
* * * * *

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183. Revise Sec.  62.35-5 section heading and paragraph (d) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  62.35-5  Remote propulsion-control systems.

* * * * *
    (d) Transfer of control location. Transfer of control location must 
meet section 4-9-2/5.11 of the ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 62.05-1). Manual alternative-propulsion-control 
locations must be capable of overriding, and of operating independent 
of, all remote and automatic propulsion-control locations.
* * * * *

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184. Revise Sec.  62.35-35 to read as follows:


Sec.  62.35-35  Starting systems for internal-combustion engines.

    The starting systems for propulsion engines and for prime movers of 
ships' service generators required to start

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automatically must meet sections 4-6-5/9.5 and 4-8-2/11.11 of the ABS 
Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 62.05-1).
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185. Revise Sec.  62.35-40(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  62.35-40  Fuel systems.

* * * * *
    (c) Automatic fuel heating. Automatic fuel heating must meet 
section 4-9-3/15.1 of the ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 62.05-1).
* * * * *

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186. Amend Sec.  62.35-50 by revising footnotes 1, 2, 8, and 9 
following Table 62.35-50, and, in the notes on Table 62.35-50, by 
revising 1 and 9 to read as follows:


Sec.  62.35-50  Tabulated monitoring and safety control requirements 
for specific systems.

* * * * *

TABLE 62.35-50--MINIMUM SYSTEM MONITORING AND SAFETY CONTROL 
REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIFIC SYSTEMS (NOTE 1)

* * * * *
    \1\ See the ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 62.05-1) Part 4-9-4, tables 7A and 8.
    \2\ See ABS Steel Vessel Rules Part 4-9-4, tables 7A and 8.
* * * * *
    \8\ See ABS Steel Vessel Rules Part 4-9-4, Table 8; and 46 CFR 
58.10-15(f).
    \9\ See ABS Steel Vessel Rules Part 4-9-4, tables 7A and 8.

    Notes on Table 62.35-50:
    1. The monitoring and controls listed in this table are applicable 
if the system listed is provided or required.
* * * * *
    9. Main and remote control stations, including the navigational 
bridge, must provide visual and audible alarms in the event of a fire 
in the main machinery space.
* * * * *

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187. Revise Sec.  62.50-30(c) and the introductory text of paragraph 
(k) to read as follows:


Sec.  62.50-30  Additional requirements for periodically unattended 
machinery plants.

* * * * *
    (c) Fuel systems. Each system for the service or treatment of fuel 
must meet section 4-6-4/13.5 of the ABS Steel Vessel Rules 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 62.05-1).
* * * * *
    (k) Continuity of electrical power. The electrical plant must meet 
sections 4-8-2/3.11 and 4.8.2/9.9 of the ABS Steel Vessel Rules, and 
must:
* * * * *

PART 63--AUTOMATIC AUXILIARY BOILERS

0
188. The authority citation for part 63 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 
1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 
0170.1.


0
189. Revise Sec.  63.05-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  63.05-1  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part 
with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that 
specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of 
change in the Federal Register and the material must be available to 
the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the 
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on 
the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to 
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_
regulations/ibr_locations.html. The material is also available for 
inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering 
Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, 
and is available from the sources listed below.
    (b) American Gas Association, 1515 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 
22209:
    (1) ANSI/AGA Z21.22-86 Relief Valves and Automatic Shutoff Devices 
for Hot Water Supply Systems, March 28, 1986 (``ANSI/AGA Z21.22''), 
63.25-3; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (c) American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International, 
Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5990:
    (1) ASME CSD-1-2004, Controls and Safety Devices for Automatically 
Fired Boilers (2004) (``ASME CSD-1''), 63.10-1; 63.15-1; 63.20-1; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (d) ASTM International (formerly American Society for Testing and 
Materials) (ASTM), 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-
2959:
    (1) ASTM F 1323-2001, Standard Specification for Shipboard 
Incinerators (2001) (``ASTM F 1323''), 63.25-9; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (e) International Maritime Organization (IMO), Publications 
Section, 4 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7SR United Kingdom:
    (1) Resolution MEPC.76(40), Standard Specification for Shipboard 
Incinerators (Sep. 25, 1997) (``IMO MEPC.76(40)''), 63.25-9; and
    (2) The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution 
from Ships (MARPOL 73/78), Annexes I, II, III, and V (1978) (``IMO 
MARPOL 73/78''), 63.25-9
    (f) International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Case 
postale 56, CH-1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland:
    (1) ISO 9096, Stationary source emissions--Manual determination of 
mass concentration of particulate matter, Second edition (Feb. 1, 2003) 
(``ISO 9096''), 63.25-9;
    (2) ISO 10396, Stationary source emissions--Sampling for the 
automated determination of gas emission concentrations for permanently-
installed monitoring systems, Second edition (Feb. 1, 2007) (``ISO 
10396''), 63.25-9; and
    (3) ISO 13617, Shipbuilding-Shipboard Incinerators--Requirements, 
Second Edition (Nov. 15, 2001) (``ISO 13617''), 63.25-9.
    (g) Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. (UL), 12 Laboratory Drive, 
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-3995:
    (1) UL 174, Standard for Household Electric Storage Tank Water 
Heaters, Tenth Edition, Feb. 28, 1996 (Revisions through and including 
Nov. 10, 1997) (``UL 174''), 63.25-3;
    (2) UL 296, Oil Burners (1993) (``UL 296''), 63.15-5;
    (3) UL 343, Pumps for Oil-Burning Appliances, Eighth Edition (May 
27, 1997) (``UL 343''), 63.15-3; and
    (4) UL 1453, Standard for Electric Booster and Commercial Storage 
Tank Water Heaters, Fourth Edition (Sep. 1, 1995) (``UL 1453''), 63.25-
3.

0
190. Amend Sec.  63.10-1 by revising the introductory text and 
paragraphs (a), (b) introductory text, and (b)(1) to read as follows:


Sec.  63.10-1  Test procedures and certification report.

    Two copies of the following items must be submitted. Visitors may 
deliver them to the Commanding Officer, U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety 
Center, 1900 Half Street, SW., Suite 1000, Room 525, Washington, DC 
20024, or they may be transmitted by mail to Commanding Officer, U.S. 
Coast Guard Marine Safety Center, JR10-0525, 2100 2nd Street, SW., 
Washington, DC 20593, in a written or electronic format. Information 
for submitting the VSP electronically can be found at http://
www.uscg.mil/HQ/MSC.

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    (a) Detailed instructions for operationally testing each automatic 
auxiliary boiler, its controls, and safety devices.
    (b) A certification report for each automatic auxiliary boiler 
that:
    (1) Meets paragraph CG-510 of ASME CSD-1 (incorporated by 
reference, see 46 CFR 63.05-1); and
* * * * *

0
191. Revise Sec.  63.15-1(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  63.15-1  General.

* * * * *
    (b) Controls and safety devices for automatic auxiliary boilers 
must meet the applicable requirements of ASME CSD-1 (incorporated by 
reference, see 46 CFR 63.05-1), except Paragraph CG-310.
* * * * *

0
192. Revise Sec.  63.15-3(e) to read as follows:


Sec.  63.15-3  Fuel system.

* * * * *
    (e) When properly selected for the intended service, fuel pumps 
meeting the performance and test requirements of UL 343 (incorporated 
by reference, see 46 CFR 63.05-1) meet the requirements of this 
section.

0
193. Revise Sec.  63.15-5(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  63.15-5  Strainers.

* * * * *
    (c) The strainer must meet the requirements for strainers found in 
UL 296 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 63.05-1) and the 
requirements for fluid conditioner fittings found in 46 CFR 56.15-5.

0
194. Revise Sec.  63.20-1 introductory paragraph to read as follows:


Sec.  63.20-1  Specific control system requirements.

    In addition to the requirements found in ASME CSD-1 (incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 63.05-1), the following requirements apply for 
specific control systems:
* * * * *

0
195. Amend Sec.  63.25-1 introductory paragraph to read as follows:


Sec.  63.25-1  Small automatic auxiliary boilers.

    Small automatic auxiliary boilers defined as having heat-input 
ratings of 400,000 Btu/hr. or less (117 kilowatts or less) must also 
meet the following requirements.
* * * * *

0
196. Revise Sec.  63.25-3 paragraphs (a) and (j) to read as follows:


Sec.  63.25-3  Electric hot water supply boilers.

    (a) Electric hot water supply boilers that have a capacity not 
greater than 454 liters (120 U.S. gallons), a heat input rate not 
greater than 200,000 Btu/hr. (58.6 kilowatts), meet the requirements of 
UL 174 or UL 1453 (both incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 63.05-1), 
and are protected by the relief device(s) required in 46 CFR 53.05-2 do 
not have to meet any other requirements of this section except the 
periodic testing required by paragraph (j) of this section. Electric 
hot water supply boilers that meet the requirements of UL 174 may have 
temperature-pressure relief valves that meet the requirements of ANSI/
AGA Z21.22 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 63.05-1) in lieu of 
46 CFR subpart 53.05.
* * * * *
    (j) All electric hot water supply boilers must have their pressure 
relief devices tested as required by 46 CFR part 52 or part 53, as 
applicable. Electric hot water supply boilers that meet the 
requirements of UL 174 or UL 1453 and have heating elements, 
temperature regulating controls, and temperature limiting controls are 
satisfactory for installation and service without further installation 
testing. All electric hot water supply boilers not meeting the 
requirements of UL 174 or UL 1453 must have their heating elements, 
temperature regulating controls, and temperature limiting controls 
tested by the marine inspector at the time of installation.

0
197. Revise Sec.  63.25-9 to read as follows:


Sec.  63.25-9  Incinerators.

    (a) General. Incinerators installed on or after March 26, 1998, 
must meet the requirements of IMO MEPC.76(40) (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 63.05-1). Incinerators in compliance with ISO 
13617 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 63.05-1), are considered 
to meet IMO MEPC.76(40). Incinerators in compliance with both ASTM F 
1323 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 63.05-1) and Annexes A1-A3 
of IMO MEPC.76(40) are considered to meet IMO MEPC.76(40). An 
application for type approval of shipboard incinerators must be sent to 
the Commanding Officer (MSC), USCG Marine Safety Center, 1900 Half 
Street, SW., Suite 1000, Room 525, Washington, DC 20593.
    (b) Testing. Before type approval is granted, the manufacturer must 
have tests conducted, or submit evidence that such tests have been 
conducted by an independent laboratory acceptable to the Commandant 
(CG-521). The laboratory must:
    (1) Have the equipment and facilities for conducting the 
inspections and tests required by this section;
    (2) Have experienced and qualified personnel to conduct the 
inspections and tests required by this section;
    (3) Have documentary proof of the laboratory's qualifications to 
perform the inspections and tests required by this section; and
    (4) Not be owned or controlled by a manufacturer, supplier, or 
vendor of shipboard incinerators.
    (c) Prohibited substances. Shipboard incineration of the following 
substances is prohibited:
    (1) Annex I, II, and III cargo residues of IMO MARPOL 73/78 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 63.05-1) and related 
contaminated packing materials.
    (2) Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs).
    (3) Garbage, as defined in Annex V of IMO MARPOL 73/78, containing 
more than traces of heavy metals.
    (4) Refined petroleum products containing halogen compounds.
    (d) Operating manual. Each ship with an incinerator subject to this 
rule must possess a manufacturer's operating manual, which must specify 
how to operate the incinerator within the limits described in Annex 
A1.5 of IMO MEPC.76(40).
    (e) Training. Each person responsible for operating any incinerator 
must be trained and be capable of implementing the guidance provided in 
the manufacturer's operating manual.
    (f) Acceptable methods and standards for testing emissions. The 
methods and standards for testing emissions that the laboratory may use 
in determining emissions-related information described in Annex A1.5 of 
IMO MEPC.76(40) are:
    (1) 40 CFR part 60 Appendix A, Method 1-Sample and velocity 
traverses for stationary sources;
    (2) 40 CFR part 60 Appendix A, Method 3A-Determination of oxygen 
and carbon dioxide concentrations in emissions from stationary sources 
(instrumental-analyzer procedure);
    (3) 40 CFR part 60 Appendix A, Method 5-Determination of 
particulate emissions from stationary sources;
    (4) 40 CFR part 60 Appendix A, Method 9-Visual determination of the 
opacity of emissions from stationary sources;
    (5) 40 CFR part 60 Appendix A, Method 10-Determination of carbon-
monoxide emissions from stationary sources;
    (6) ISO 9096 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 63.05-1); and
    (7) ISO 10396 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 63.05-1).

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PART 76--FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT

0
198. The authority citation for part 76 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 
Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 
0170.1.


0
199. Revise Sec.  76.01-2 to read as follows:


Sec.  76.01-2  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part 
with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that 
specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of 
change in the Federal Register and the material must be available to 
the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the 
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on 
the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to 
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_
regulations/ibr_locations.html. The material is also available for 
inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering 
Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, 
and is available from the sources listed below.
    (b) ASTM International (formerly American Society for Testing and 
Materials) (ASTM), 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-
2959. ASTM F 1121-87 (1993), Standard Specification for International 
Shore Connections for Marine Fire Applications (``ASTM F 1121'')--
76.10-10.
    (c) National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 1 Batterymarch 
Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101. NFPA 13-1996, Standard for the 
Installation of Sprinkler Systems (``NFPA 13'')--76.25-1, 76.25-90.
    (d) Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL), 12 Laboratory Drive, 
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-3995. UL 19 Standard for Safety, Lined 
Fire Hose and Hose Assemblies (2001) (``UL 19''), Sec.  76.10-10.

0
200. Revise Sec.  76.10-10(n)(2) to read as follows:


Sec.  76.10-10  Fire station hydrants, hose and nozzles-T/ALL.

* * * * *
    (n) * * *
    (2) Each section of firehose must be lined commercial firehose that 
conforms to UL 19 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 76.01-2). Hose 
that bears the label of Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. as lined 
firehose is accepted as conforming to this requirement.

0
201. Revise Sec.  76.25-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  76.25-1  Application.

    Where an automatic sprinkling system is installed, the systems must 
comply with NFPA 13 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 76.01-2).

0
202. Revise Sec.  76.25-90(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  76.25-90  Installations contracted for prior to September 30, 
1997.

* * * * *
    (b) The details of the system must be in general agreement with 
NFPA 13 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 76.01-2) insofar as is 
reasonable and practicable. Existing piping, pumping facilities, 
sprinkler heads, and operating devices may be retained provided a 
reasonable coverage of the spaces protected is assured.

0
203. Amend Sec.  76.50-5 by revising table 76.50-5(c) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  76.50-5  Classification.

* * * * *
    (c) * * *

                                                Table 76.50-5(c)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                 Classification                                                       Carbon
-------------------------------------------------  Soda acid and   Foam, liters      dioxide,      Dry chemical,
                                                   water, liters     (gallons)       kilograms       kilograms
              Type                     Size          (gallons)                       (pounds)        (pounds)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
A...............................              II       9.5 (2.5)       9.5 (2.5)  ..............  ..............
B...............................               I  ..............     4.75 (1.25)         1.8 (4)  ..............
B...............................              II  ..............       9.5 (2.5)        6.8 (15)        4.5 (10)
B...............................             III  ..............       45.5 (12)       15.9 (35)        9.0 (20)
B...............................              IV  ..............         76 (20)       22.7 (50)       13.6 (30)
B...............................               V  ..............        151 (40)      45.3 (100)       22.7 (50)
C...............................               I  ..............  ..............         1.8 (4)           1 (2)
C...............................              II  ..............  ..............        6.8 (15)        4.5 (10)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

* * * * *

PART 92--CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT

0
204. The authority citation for part 92 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 
Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 
0170.1.


0
205. Add Sec.  92-01-2 to read as follows:


Sec.  92.01-2  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part 
with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that 
specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of 
change in the Federal Register and the material must be available to 
the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the 
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on 
the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to 
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_
regulations/ibr_locations.html. The material is also available for 
inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering 
Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, 
and is available from the sources listed below.
    (b) International Maritime Organization (IMO), Publications 
Section, 4 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SR, United Kingdom: 
International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 
Consolidated Text of the International Convention for the Safety of 
Life at Sea, 1974, and its Protocol of 1988: Article, Annexes and 
Certificates. (Incorporating all Amendments in Effect from January 
2001) (2001) (``IMO SOLAS 74''), 92.07-1.

0
206. Revise Sec.  92.07-1(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  92.07-1  Application.

* * * * *
    (c) SOLAS-certificated vessels complying with method IC, as 
described

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in IMO SOLAS 74 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 92.01-2), 
regulation II-2/42, may be considered equivalent to the provisions of 
this subpart.

0
207. Revise paragraph (d) to read as follows:


Sec.  92.15-10  Ventilation for closed spaces.

* * * * *
    (d) The ventilation of spaces that are ``specially suitable for 
vehicles'' shall be in accordance with Sec. Sec.  97.80-1, 111.105-39 
and 111.105-40 of this chapter, as applicable.
* * * * *

PART 110--GENERAL PROVISIONS

0
208. The authority citation for part 110 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1509; 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3307, 
3703; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department 
of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1; Sec.  110.01-2 also 
issued under 44 U.S.C. 3507.

0
209. Revise Sec.  110.10-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  110.10-1  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this 
subchapter with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register 
under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other 
than that specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish 
notice of change in the Federal Register and the material must be 
available to the public. The word ``should,'' when used in material 
incorporated by reference, is to be construed the same as the words 
``must'' or ``shall'' for the purposes of this subchapter. All approved 
material is available for inspection at the National Archives and 
Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of 
this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to http://
www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_
locations.html. The material is also available for inspection at the 
U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering Standards (CG-521), 
2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, and is available 
from the sources listed below.
    (b) American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), ABS Plaza, 16855 Northchase 
Drive, Houston, TX 77060:
    (1) Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels, Part 4 Vessel 
Systems and Machinery (2003) (``ABS Steel Vessel Rules''), 110.15-1; 
111.01-9; 111.12-3; 111.12-5; 111.12-7; 111.33-11; 111.35-1; 111.70-1; 
111.105-31; 111.105-39; 111.105-40; 113.05-7; and
    (2) Rules for Building and Classing Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, 
Part 4 Machinery and Systems (2001) (``ABS MODU Rules''), 111.12-1; 
111.12-3; 111.12-5; 111.12-7; 111.33-11; 111.35-1; 111.70-1.
    (c) American National Standards Institute (ANSI), 25 West 43rd 
Street, New York, NY 10036:
    (1) ANSI/IEEE C37.12-1991, American National Standard for AC High-
Voltage Circuit Breakers Rated on a Symmetrical Current Basis-
Specifications Guide (1991) (``ANSI/IEEE C37.12''), 111.54-1; and
    (2) ANSI/IEEE C37.27-1987 (IEEE Std 331) Application Guide for Low-
Voltage AC Nonintegrally Fused Power Circuitbreakers (Using Separately 
Mounted Current-Limiting Fuses) (1987) (``ANSI/IEEE C37.27''), 111.54-
1;
    (d) American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International, 
Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5990:
    (1) ASME A17.1-2000 Part 2 Electric Elevators (2000) (``ASME 
A17.1''), 111.91-1; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (e) ASTM International (formerly American Society for Testing and 
Materials) (ASTM), 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-
2959:
    (1) ASTM B 117-97, Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) 
Apparatus (``ASTM B 117''), 110.15-1; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (f) Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers IEEE), IEEE 
Service Center, 445 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08854:
    (1) IEEE Std C37.04-1999, IEEE Standard Rating Structure for AC 
High-Voltage Circuit Breakers (1999) (``IEEE C37.04''), 111.54-1;
    (2) IEEE Std C37.010-1999 IEEE Application Guide for AC High-
Voltage Circuit Breakers Rated on a Symmetrical Current Basis (1999) 
(``IEEE C37.010''), 111.54-1;
    (3) IEEE Std C37.13-1990 IEEE Standard for Low-Voltage AC Power 
Circuit Breakers Used in Enclosures (Oct. 22, 1990) (``IEEE C37.13''), 
111.54-1;
    (4) IEEE Std C37.14-2002 IEEE Standard for Low-Voltage DC Power 
Circuit Breakers Used in Enclosures (Apr. 25, 2003) (``IEEE C37.14''), 
111.54-1;
    (5) IEEE Std 45-1998 IEEE Recommended Practice for Electric 
Installations on Shipboard--1998 (Oct. 19, 1998) (``IEEE 45-1998''), 
111.30-19; 111.105-3; 111.105-31; 111.105-41;
    (6) IEEE Std 45-2002 IEEE Recommended Practice for Electrical 
Installations On Shipboard--2002 (Oct. 11, 2002) (``IEEE 45-2002''), 
111.05-7; 111.15-2; 111.30-1; 111.30-5; 111.33-3; 111.33-5; 111.40-1; 
111.60-1; 111.60-3; 111.60-5; 111.60-11; 111.60-13; 111.60-19; 111.60-
21; 111.60-23; 111.75-5; 113.65-5;
    (7) IEEE 100, The Authoritative Dictionary of IEEE Standards Terms, 
Seventh Edition (2000) (``IEEE 100''), 110.15-1;
    (8) [Reserved]
    (9) IEEE Std 1202-1991, IEEE Standard for Flame Testing of Cables 
for Use in Cable Tray in Industrial and Commercial Occupancies (May 29, 
1991) (``IEEE 1202''), 111.60-6; 111.107-1; and
    (10) IEEE Std 1580-2001, IEEE Recommended Practice for Marine Cable 
for Use on Shipboard and Fixed or Floating Platforms (Dec. 17, 2001) 
(``IEEE 1580''), 111.60-1; 111.60-2; 111.60-3.
    (g) International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), 3 Rue de 
Varembe, Geneva, Switzerland:
    (1) IEC 68-2-52, Environmental Testing Part 2: Tests--Test Kb: Salt 
Mist, Cyclic (Sodium Chloride Solution), Second Edition (1996) (``IEC 
68-2-52''), 110.15-1;
    (2) IEC 60331-11 Tests for electric cables under fire conditions--
Circuit integrity--Part 11: Apparatus--Fire alone at a flame 
temperature of at least 750 [deg]C, First Edition (1999) (``IEC 60331-
11''), 113.30-25;
    (3) IEC 60331-21 Tests for Electric Cables Under Fire Conditions--
Circuit Integrity--Part 21: Procedures and Requirements--Cables of 
Rated Voltage up to and Including 0.6/1.0kV, First Edition (1999) 
(``IEC 60331-21''), 113.30-25;
    (4) IEC 332-1 Tests on Electric Cables Under Fire Conditions, Part 
1: Test on a Single Vertical Insulated Wire or Cable, Third Edition 
(1993) (``IEC 332-1''), 111.30-19;
    (5) IEC 60332-3-22 Tests on Electric Cables Under Fire Conditions--
Part 3-22: Test for Vertical Flame Spread of Vertically-Mounted Bunched 
Wires or Cables--Category A, First Edition (2000) (``IEC 60332-3-22''), 
111.60-1; 111.60-2; 111.60-6; 111.107-1;
    (6) IEC 60079-0 Electrical apparatus for Explosive Gas 
Atmospheres--Part 0: General Requirements (Edition 3.1) (2000) (``IEC 
60079-0''), 111.105-1; 111.105-3; 111.105-5; 111.105-7; 111.105-17;
    (7) IEC 60079-1 Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Gas 
Atmospheres--Part 1: Flameproof Enclosures ``d'' including corr.1, 
Fourth Edition (June 2001) (``IEC 60079-1''), 111.105-1; 111.105-3;

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111.105-5; 111.105-7; 111.105-9; 111.105-17;
    (8) IEC 60079-2 Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Gas 
Atmospheres--Part 2: Pressurized Enclosures ``p'', Fourth Edition 
(2001) (``IEC 60079-2''), 111.105-1; 111.105-3; 111.105-5; 111.105-7; 
111.105-17;
    (9) IEC 60079-5 Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Gas 
Atmospheres--Part 5: Powder Filling ``q'', Second Edition (1997) (``IEC 
60079-5''), 111.105-1; 111.105-3; 111.105-5; 111.105-7; 111.105-15; 
111.105-17;
    (10) IEC 79-6 Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Gas Atmospheres--
Part 6: Oil Immersion ``o'', Second Edition (1995) (``IEC 79-6''), 
111.105-1; 111.105-3; 111.105-5; 111.105-7; 111.105-15; 111.105-17;
    (11) IEC 60079-7 Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Gas 
Atmospheres--Part 7: Increased Safety ``e'', Third Edition (2001) 
(``IEC 60079-7''), 111.105-1; 111.105-3; 111.105-5; 111.105-7; 111.105-
15; 111.105-17;
    (12) IEC 60079-11 Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Gas 
Atmospheres--Part 11: Intrinsic Safety ``i'', Fourth Edition (1999) 
(``IEC 60079-11''), 111.105-1; 111.105-3; 111.105-5; 111.105-7; 
111.105-11; 111.105-17;
    (13) IEC 60079-15 Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Gas 
Atmospheres--Part 15: Type of Protection ``n'', Second Edition (2001) 
(``IEC 60079-15''), 111.105-1; 111.105-3; 111.105-5; 111.105-7; 
111.105-15; 111.105-17;
    (14) IEC 79-18 Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Gas Atmospheres--
Part 18: Encapsulation ``m'', First Edition (1992) (``IEC 79-18''), 
111.105-1; 111.105-3; 111.105-5; 111.105-7; 111.105-15; 111.105-17;
    (15) IEC 60092-101 Electrical Installation in Ships, Part 101: 
Definitions and General Requirements, Edition 4.1 (2002) (``IEC 60092-
101''), 110.15-1; 111.81-1;
    (16) IEC 92-201 Electrical Installation in Ships, Part 201: System 
Design-General, Fourth Edition (1994) (``IEC 92-201''), 111.70-3; 
111.81-1;
    (17) IEC 92-202 Amendment 1 Electrical Installation in Ships, Part 
202: System Design-Protection (1996) (``IEC 92-202''), 111.12-7; 
111.50-3; 111.53-1; 111.54-1;
    (18) IEC 92-301 Amendment 2 Electrical Installation in Ships, Part 
301: Equipment-Generators and Motors, (1995) (``IEC 92-301''), 111.12-
7; 111.25-5; 111.70-1;
    (19) IEC 60092-302 Electrical Installation in Ships, Part 302: Low-
Voltage Switchgear and Control Gear Assemblies, Fourth Edition (1997) 
(``IEC 60092-302''), 111.30-1; 111.30-5; 111.30-19;
    (20) IEC 92-303 Electrical Installation in Ships, Part 303: 
Equipment-Transformers for Power and Lighting, Third Edition (1980) 
(``IEC 92-303''), 111.20-15;
    (21) IEC 92-304 Amendment 1 Electrical Installation in Ships, Part 
304: Equipment-Semiconductor Convertors (1995) (``IEC 92-304''), 
111.33-3; 111.33-5;
    (22) IEC 92-306 Electrical Installation in Ships, Part 306: 
Equipment-Luminaries and accessories, Third Edition (1980) (``IEC 92-
306''), 111.75-20; 111.81-1;
    (23) IEC 60092-352 Electrical Installation in Ships--Choice and 
Installation of Cables for Low-Voltage Power Systems, Second Edition 
(1997) (``IEC 60092-352''), 111.60-3; 111.60-5; 111.81-1;
    (24) IEC 92-353 Electrical Installations in Ships--Part 353: Single 
and Multicore Non-Radial Field Power Cables with Extruded Solid 
Insulation for Rated Voltages 1kV and 3kV, Second Edition (1995) (``IEC 
92-353''), 111.60-1; 111.60-3; 111.60-5;
    (25) IEC 92-401 Electrical Installations in Ships, Part 401: 
Installation and Test of completed Installation with amendment 1 (1987) 
and amendment 2 (1997), Third Edition (1980) (``IEC 92-401''), 111.05-
9; 111.81-1;
    (26) IEC 60092-502 Electrical Installation in Ships, Part 502: 
Tankers--Special Features (1999) (``IEC 60092-502''), 111.81-1; 
111.105-31;
    (27) IEC 92-503 Electrical installations in ships, Part 503: 
Special features: A.C. supply systems with voltages in the range of 
above 1kV up to and including 11kV, First Edition (1975) (``IEC 92-
503''), 111.30-5;
    (28) IEC 60529 Degrees of Protection Provided by Enclosures (IP 
Code), Edition 2.1 (2001) (``IEC 60529''), 110.15-1; 111.01-9; 113.10-
7; 113.20-3; 113.25-11; 113.30-25; 113.37-10; 113.40-10; 113.50-5;
    (29) IEC 60533 Electrical and Electronic Installations in Ships--
Electromagnetic Compatibility, Second Edition (1999) (``IEC 60533''), 
113.05-7;
    (30) IEC 60947-2 Low-Voltage Switchgear and Controlgear Part 2: 
Circuit-Breakers, Third Edition (2003) (``IEC 60947-2''), 111.54-1;
    (31) IEC 61363-1 Electrical Installations of Ships and Mobile and 
Fixed Offshore Units--Part 1: Procedures for Calculating Short-Circuit 
Currents in Three-Phase a.c., First Edition (1998) (``IEC 61363-1''), 
111.52-5; and
    (32) IEC 62271-100, High-voltage switchgear and controlgear--part 
100: High-voltage alternating current circuitbreakers, Edition 1.1 
(2003) (``IEC 62271-100''), 111.54-1.
    (h) International Maritime Organization (IMO), Publications 
Section, 4 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SR, United Kingdom:
    (1) International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 
Consolidated Text of the International Convention for the Safety of 
Life at Sea, 1974, and its Protocol of 1988: Article, Annexes and 
Certificates. (Incorporating all Amendments in Effect from January 
2001) (2001) (``IMO SOLAS 74''), 111.99-5; 111.105-31; 112.15-1; 
113.25-6.
    (i) International Society for Measurement and Control (ISA), 67 
Alexander Drive, P.O. Box 12277, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709:
    (1) RP 12.6, Wiring Practices for Hazardous (Classified) Locations 
Instrumentation Part I: Intrinsic Safety, 1995 (``ISA RP 12.6''), 
111.105-11; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (j) Lloyd's Register, 71 Fenchurch Street, London EC3M 4BS, Type 
Approval System-Test Specification Number 1 (2002), 113.05-7.
    (k) National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), 1300 
North 17th Street, Arlington, VA 22209:
    (1) NEMA Standards Publication ICS 2-2000, Industrial Control and 
Systems Controllers, Contactors, and Overload Relays, Rated 600 Volts 
(2000) (``NEMA ICS 2''), 111.70-3;
    (2) NEMA Standards Publication ICS 2.3-1995, Instructions for the 
Handling, Installation, Operation, and Maintenance of Motor Control 
Centers Rated not More Than 600 Volts (1995) (``NEMA ICS 2.3''), 
111.70-3;
    (3) NEMA Standards Publication No. ICS 2.4-2003, NEMA and IEC 
Devices for Motor Service--a Guide for Understanding the Differences 
(2003) (``NEMA ICS 2.4''), 111.70-3;
    (4) NEMA Standards Publication No. ANSI/NEMA 250-1997, Enclosures 
for Electrical Equipment (1000 Volts Maximum) (Aug. 30, 2001) (``NEMA 
250''), 110.15-1; 111.01-9; 110.15-1; 113.10-7; 113.20-3; 113.25-11; 
113.30-25; 113.37-10; 113.40-10; 113.50-5;
    (5) NEMA Standards Publication No. WC-3-1992, Rubber Insulated Wire 
and Cable for the Transmission and Distribution of Electrical Energy, 
Revision 1, February 1994 (``NEMA WC-3''), 111.60-13; and
    (6) NEMA WC-70/ICEA S-95-658-1999 Standard for Non-Shielded Power 
Rated Cable 2000V or Less for the Distribution of Electrical Energy 
(1999) (``NEMA WC-70''), 111.60-13.

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    (l) National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 1 Batterymarch 
Park, Quincy, MA 02169:
    (1) NEC 2002 (NFPA 70), National Electrical Code Handbook, Ninth 
Edition (2002) (``NFPA NEC 2002''), 111.05-33; 111.20-15; 111.25-5; 
111.50-3; 111.50-7; 111.50-9; 111.53-1; 111.54-1; 111.55-1; 111.59-1; 
111.60-7; 111.60-13; 111.60-23; 111.81-1; 111.105-1; 111.105-3; 
111.105-5; 111.105-7; 111.105-9; 111.105-15; 111.105-17; 111.107-1;
    (2) NFPA 77, Recommended Practice on Static Electricity (2000) 
(``NFPA 77''), 111.105-27;
    (3) NFPA 99, Standard for Health Care Facilities (2005) (``NFPA 
99''), 111.105-37; and
    (4) NFPA 496, Standard for Purged and Pressurized Enclosures for 
Electrical Equipment (2003) (``NFPA 496''), 111.105-7.
    (m) Naval Publications and Forms Center (NPFC), Department of 
Defense, Single Stock Point, 700 Robins Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111:
    (1) MIL-C-24640A, Military Specification Cables, Light Weight, 
Electric, Low Smoke, for Shipboard Use, General Specification for 
(1995) Supplement 1 (June 26, 1995) (``NPFC MIL-C-24640A''), 111.60-1; 
111.60-3;
    (2) MIL-C-24643A, Military Specification Cables and Cords, 
Electric, Low Smoke, for Shipboard Use, General Specification for 
(1996) Amendment 2 (Mar. 13, 1996) (``NPFC MIL-C-24643A''), 111.60-1; 
111.60-3; and
    (3) MIL-W-76D, Military Specification Wire and Cable, Hook-Up, 
Electrical, Insulated, General Specification for (2003) (Revision of 
MIL-W-76D-1992) Amendment 1-2003 (Feb. 6, 2003) (``NPFC MIL-W-76D''), 
111.60-11.
    (n) Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Code 55Z, Department of the 
Navy, Washington, DC 20362:
    (1) DDS 300-2, A.C. Fault Current Calculations, 1988 (``NAVSEA DDS 
300-2''), 111.52-5; and
    (2) MIL-HDBK-299(SH), Military Handbook Cable Comparison Handbook 
Data Pertaining to Electric Shipboard Cable Notice 1-1991 (Revision of 
MIL-HDBK-299(SH) (1989)) (Oct. 15, 1991) (``NAVSEA MIL-HDBK-299(SH)''), 
111.60-3; and
    (3) [Reserved]
    (o) Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL), 12 Laboratory Drive, 
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-3995:
    (1) UL 44, Standard for Thermoset-Insulated Wire and Cable, 
Fifteenth Edition, Mar. 22, 1999 (Revisions through and including May 
13, 2002) (``UL 44''), 111.60-11;
    (2) UL 50, Standard for Safety Enclosures for Electrical Equipment, 
Eleventh Edition (Oct. 19, 1995) (``UL 50''), 111.81-1;
    (3) UL 62, Standard for Flexible Cord and Fixture Wire, Sixteenth 
Edition (Oct. 15, 1997) (``UL 62''), 111.60-13;
    (4) UL 83, Standard for Thermoplastic-Insulated Wires and Cables, 
Twelfth Edition (Sep. 29, 1998) (``UL 83''), 111.60-11;
    (5) UL 484, Standard for Room Air Conditioners, Seventh Edition, 
Apr. 27, 1993 (Revisions through and including Sep. 3, 2002) (``UL 
484''), 111.87-3;
    (6) UL 489, Molded-Case Circuit Breakers, Molded-Case Switches, and 
Circuit-Breaker Enclosures, Ninth Edition, Oct. 31, 1996 (Revisions 
through and including Mar. 22, 2000) (``UL 489''), 111.01-15; 111.54-1;
    (7) UL 514A, Metallic Outlet Boxes, Ninth Edition (Dec. 27, 1996) 
(``UL 514A''), 111.81-1;
    (8) UL 514B, Conduit, Tubing, and Cable Fittings, Fourth Edition 
(Nov. 3, 1997) (``UL 514B''), 111.81-1;
    (9) UL 514C, Standard for Nonmetallic Outlet Boxes, Flush-Device 
Boxes, and Covers, Second Edition (Oct. 31, 1988) (``UL 514C''), 
111.81-1;
    (10) UL 913, Standard for Intrinsically Safe Apparatus and 
Associated Apparatus for Use in Class i, ii, and iii, Division 1, 
Hazardous (Classified) Locations, Sixth Edition, Aug. 8, 2002 
(Revisions through and including Dec. 15, 2003) (``UL 913''), 111.105-
11;
    (11) UL 1042, Standard for Electric Baseboard Heating Equipment 
(Apr. 11, 1994) (``UL 1042''), 111.87-3;
    (12) UL 1072, Standard for Medium-Voltage Power Cables, Third 
Edition, Dec. 28, 2001 (Revisions through and including Apr. 14, 2003) 
(``UL 1072''), 111.60-1;
    (13) UL 1104, Standard for Marine Navigation Lights, 1998 (``UL 
1104''), 111.75-17;
    (14) UL 1203, Standard for Explosion-Proof and Dust-Ignition-Proof 
Electrical Equipment for Use in Hazardous (Classified) Locations, Third 
Edition, Sep. 7, 2000 (Revisions through and including Apr. 30, 2004) 
(``UL 1203''), 111.105-9;
    (15) UL 1309, Marine Shipboard Cables, First Edition (July 14, 
1995) (``UL 1309''), 111.60-1; 111.60-3;
    (16) UL 1581 (May 6, 2003) (``UL 1581''), 111.30-19; 111.60-2; 
111.60-6;
    (17) UL 1598, Luminaires, First Edition (Jan. 31, 2000) (``UL 
1598''): 111.75-20; and
    (18) UL 1598A, Standard for Supplemental Requirements for 
Luminaires for Installation on Marine Vessels, First Edition (Dec. 4, 
2000) (``UL 1598A''), 111.75-20.

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210. In Sec.  110.15-1, revise paragraph (a) and, in paragraph (b), the 
definitions of ``Corrosion resistant material or finish'', 
``Dripproof'', ``Nonsparking fan'', and ``Watertight'' to read as set 
out below:


Sec.  110.15-1  Definitions.

* * * * *
    (a) The electrical and electronic terms are defined in IEEE 100 or 
IEC 60092-101 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
    (b) * * *
    Corrosion resistant material or finish means any material or finish 
that meets the testing requirements of ASTM B 117 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) or test Kb in IEC 68-2-52 (incorporated 
by reference, see 46 CFR 110.10-1) for 200 hours and does not show 
pitting, cracking, or other deterioration more severe than that 
resulting from a similar test on passivated AISI Type 304 stainless 
steel.
* * * * *
    Dripproof means enclosed so that equipment meets at least a NEMA 
250 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) Type 1 with 
dripshield, Type 2, or Type 12; or IEC 60529 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) IP 22 rating.
* * * * *
    Nonsparking fan means nonsparking fan as defined in ABS Steel 
Vessel Rules (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), section 
4-8-3/11.
* * * * *
    Watertight means enclosed so that equipment meets at least a NEMA 
250 Type 4 or 4X or an IEC 60529 IP 56 rating.
* * * * *

PART 111--GENERAL PROVISIONS

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211. The authority citation for part 111 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; Department of Homeland Security 
Delegation No. 0170.1.


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212. Revise Sec.  111.01-9 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.01-9  Degrees of protection.

    (a) Interior electrical equipment exposed to dripping liquids or 
falling solid particles must be manufactured to at least NEMA 250 or 
IEC 60529 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) IP 22 
degree of protection as appropriate for the service intended.
    (b) Electrical equipment in locations requiring exceptional degrees 
of protection as defined in 46 CFR 110.15-1 must be enclosed to meet at 
least the minimum degrees of protection in ABS

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Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), 
section 4-8-3, Table 2, or appropriate NEMA 250 type for the service 
intended. Each enclosure must be designed so that the total rated 
temperature of the equipment inside the enclosure is not exceeded.
    (c) Central control consoles and similar control enclosures must be 
manufactured to at least NEMA 250 Type 2 or IEC 60529 IP 22 degree of 
protection regardless of location.
    (d) Equipment for interior locations not requiring exceptional 
degrees of protection must be manufactured to at least NEMA 250 Type 1 
with dripshield or IEC 60529 IP 11 as specified in IEC 60529.

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213. Revise Sec.  111.01-15(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.01-15  Temperature ratings.

* * * * *
    (c) A 45 [deg]C (113 [deg]F) ambient temperature is assumed for 
cable and all other non-rotating electrical equipment in boiler rooms, 
in engine rooms, in auxiliary machinery rooms, and on weather decks. 
For installations using UL 489 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
110.10-1) SA marine type circuit breakers, the ambient temperature for 
that component is assumed to be 40 [deg]C (104 [deg]F). For 
installations using Navy type circuit breakers, the ambient temperature 
for that component is assumed to be 50 [deg]C (122 [deg]F).
* * * * *

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214. Revise Sec.  111.05-7 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.05-7  Armored and metallic sheathed cable.

    When installed, the metallic armor or sheath must meet the 
installation requirements of Section 25 of IEEE 45-2002 (incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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215. Revise Sec.  111.05-9 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.05-9  Masts.

    Each nonmetallic mast and topmast must have a lightning-ground 
conductor in accordance with section 10 of IEC 92-401 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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216. Revise Sec.  111.05-33 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.05-33  Equipment safety grounding (bonding) conductors.

    (a) Each equipment-grounding conductor must be sized in accordance 
with Section 250.122 of NFPA NEC 2002 (incorporated by reference; see 
46 CFR 110.10-1).
    (b) Each equipment-grounding conductor (other than a system-
grounding conductor) of a cable must be permanently identified as a 
grounding conductor in accordance with the requirements of Section 
250.119 of NFPA NEC 2002.

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217. Revise Sec.  111.12-1(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.12-1  Prime movers.

    (a) Prime movers must meet section 58.01-5 and 46 CFR subpart 58.10 
except that those for mobile offshore drilling units must meet Part 4, 
Chapter 3, sections 4/3.17 and 4/3.19 of the ABS MODU Rules 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1). Further requirements 
for emergency generator prime movers are in 46 CFR subpart 112.50.
* * * * *

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218. Revise Sec.  111.12-3 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.12-3  Excitation.

    In general, excitation must meet sections 4-8-3/13.2(a), 4-8-5/
5.5.1, 4-8-5/5.5.2, and 4-8-5/5.17.6 of the ABS Steel Vessel Rules 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), except that those for 
mobile offshore drilling units must meet Part 4, Chapter 3, sections 4/
3.21.1 and 4/3.23.1 of the ABS MODU Rules (incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 110.10-1). In particular, no static exciter may be used for 
excitation of an emergency generator unless it is provided with a 
permanent magnet or a residual-magnetism-type exciter that has the 
capability of voltage build-up after two months of no operation.

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219. Revise Sec.  111.12-5 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.12-5  Construction and testing of generators.

    Each generator must meet the applicable requirements for 
construction and testing in section 4-8-3 of the ABS Steel Vessel Rules 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) except that each one 
for a mobile offshore drilling unit must meet the requirements in part 
4, chapter 3, section 4 of the ABS MODU Rules (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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220. Revise Sec.  111.12-7 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.12-7  Voltage regulation and parallel operation.

    Voltage regulation and parallel operation must meet:
    (a) For AC systems: sections 4-2-3/7.5.2, 4-2-4/7.5.2, 4-8-3/
3.13.2, and 4-8-3/3.13.3 of the ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1);
    (b) For DC systems: section 4-8-3/3.13.3(c) of the ABS Steel Vessel 
Rules, and IEC 92-202 and IEC 92-301 (both incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 110.10-1); and
    (c) For mobile offshore drilling units: Part 4, Chapter 3, section 
4/3.21.2, 4/3.21.3, 4/3.23.2, and 4/3.23.3 of the ABS MODU Rules 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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221. Revise Sec.  111.15-2(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.15-2  Battery construction.

* * * * *
    (b) Each fully charged lead-acid battery must have a specific 
gravity that meets section 22 of IEEE 45-2002 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
* * * * *

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222. Revise Sec.  111.20-15 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.20-15  Protection of transformers against overcurrent.

    Each transformer must have protection against overcurrent that 
meets Article 450 of NFPA NEC 2002 or IEC 92-303 (both incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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223. Revise Sec.  111.25-5(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.25-5  Marking.

    (a) Each motor must have a marking or nameplate that meets either 
Section 430.7 of NFPA NEC 2002 or clause 16 of IEC 92-301 (both 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
* * * * *

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224. Revise Sec.  111.30-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.30-1  Location and installation.

    Each switchboard must meet the location and installation 
requirements in section 8.2 of IEEE 45-2002 or IEC 60092-302 (both 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), as applicable.

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225. Amend Sec.  111.30-5 by revising paragraphs (a)(1) and (2) to read 
as follows:


Sec.  111.30-5  Construction.

    (a) * * *
    (1) For low voltages, either section 8.3 of IEEE 45-2002 or IEC 
60092-302 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), as 
appropriate.
    (2) For medium voltages, either section 8.4 of IEEE 45-2002 or IEC 
92-503 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), as 
appropriate.
* * * * *

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226. Amend Sec.  111.30-19 by revising paragraphs (a)(1), (a)(2) and 
(b)(4) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.30-19  Buses and wiring.

    (a) * * *
    (1) Section 7.10 of IEEE 45-1998 (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 110.10-1); or
    (2) IEC 60092-302 (clause 7) (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
110.10-1).
* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (4) Flame-retardant meeting test VW-1 of UL 1581 or IEC 332-1 (both 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1); and
* * * * *

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227. Amend Sec.  111.33-3 by revising paragraphs (a)(1) and (2) to read 
as follows:


Sec.  111.33-3  Nameplate data.

    (a) * * *
    (1) Section 10.20.12 of IEEE 45-2002 (incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 110.10-1); or
    (2) Clause 8 of IEC 92-304 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
110.10-1).
* * * * *

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228. Amend Sec.  111.33-5 by revising paragraphs (a) and (b) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  111.33-5  Installations.

* * * * *
    (a) Sections 10.20.2, 10.20.7, and 10.20.8 of IEEE 45-2002 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1); or
    (b) IEC 92-304 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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229. Revise Sec.  111.33-11 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.33-11  Propulsion systems.

    Each power semiconductor rectifier system in a propulsion system 
must meet sections 4-8-5/5.17.9 and 4-8-5/5.17.10 of ABS Steel Vessel 
Rules (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), except that 
each one for mobile offshore drilling units must meet the requirements 
in Part 4, Chapter 3, section 4/3.5.3 of ABS MODU Rules (incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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230. Revise Sec.  111.35-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.35-1  Electrical propulsion installations.

    Each electric propulsion installation must meet sections 4-8-5/5.5, 
4-8-5/5.11, 4-8-5/5.13, 4-8-5/5.17.8(e), 4-8-5/5.17.9, and 4-8-5/
5.17.10 of ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 110.10-1), except that each one for mobile offshore drilling units 
must meet the requirements in part 4, chapter 3, section 4/3.5.3 of ABS 
MODU Rules (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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231. Revise Sec.  111.40-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.40-1  Panelboard standard.

    Each panelboard must meet section 17.1 of IEEE 45-2002 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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232. Amend Sec.  111.50-3 by revising paragraphs (c), (e), and (g)(2) 
to read as follows:


Sec.  111.50-3  Protection of conductors.

* * * * *
    (c) Fuses and circuitbreakers. If the allowable current-carrying 
capacity of the conductor does not correspond to a standard rating for 
fuses or circuitbreakers that meets Section 240.6 of NFPA NEC 2002 or 
IEC 92-202 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), then 
the next larger such rating is acceptable, except that:
    (1) This rating must not be larger than 150 percent of the current-
carrying capacity of the conductor; and
    (2) The effect of temperature on the operation of fuses and 
thermally controlled circuitbreakers must be taken into consideration.
* * * * *
    (e) Thermal devices. No thermal cutout, thermal relay, or other 
device not designed to open a short circuit may be used for protection 
of a conductor against overcurrent due to a short circuit or ground, 
except in a motor circuit as described in Article 430 of NFPA NEC 2002 
or in IEC 92-202.
* * * * *
    (g) * * *
    (2) For motor-running protection described in Article 430 of NFPA 
NEC 2002 or in IEC 92-202.

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233. Revise Sec.  111.50-7(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.50-7  Enclosures.

    (a) Each enclosure of an overcurrent protective device must meet 
Sections 240-30 and 240-33 of NFPA NEC 2002 (incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
* * * * *

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234. Revise Sec.  111.50-9 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.50-9  Disconnecting and guarding.

    Disconnecting and guarding of overcurrent protective devices must 
meet Part IV of Article 240 of NFPA NEC 2002 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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235. Revise Sec.  111.52-5(b) and (c) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.52-5  Systems 1,500 kilowatts or above.

* * * * *
    (b) Estimated calculations using NAVSEA DDS 300-2 (incorporated by 
reference, see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
    (c) Estimated calculations using IEC 61363-1 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
* * * * *

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236. Revise Sec.  111.53-1(a)(1) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.53-1  General.

    (a) * * *
    (1) Meet the general provisions of Article 240 of NFPA NEC 2002 or 
IEC 92-202 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) as 
appropriate.
* * * * *

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237. Revise Sec.  111.54-1, paragraphs (a)(1), (b), and (c) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  111.54-1  Circuitbreakers.

    (a) * * *
    (1) Meet the general provision of Article 240 of NFPA NEC 2002 or 
IEC 92-202 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) as 
appropriate;
* * * * *
    (b) No molded-case circuitbreaker may be used in any circuit having 
a nominal voltage of more than 600 volts (1,000 volts for a circuit 
containing a circuitbreaker manufactured to the standards of the IEC). 
Each molded-case circuitbreaker must meet section 9 and marine 
supplement SA of UL 489 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 110.10-
1) or part 2 of IEC 60947-2 (incorporated by reference; see Sec.  
110.10-1), except as noted in paragraph (e) of this section.
    (c) Each circuitbreaker, other than a molded-case one, that is for 
use in any of the following systems must meet the following 
requirements:
    (1) An alternating-current system having a nominal voltage of 600 
volts or less (1,000 volts for such a system with circuitbreakers 
manufactured to the standards of the IEC) must meet:
    (i) IEEE C37.13 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1);
    (ii) ANSI/IEEE C37.27 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
110.10-1); or
    (iii) IEC 60947-2.
    (2) A direct-current system of 3,000 volts or less must meet IEEE 
C37.14 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) or IEC 60947-2.
    (3) An alternating-current system having a nominal voltage greater 
than 600 volts (or greater than 1,000 volts for IEC standard 
circuitbreakers) must meet:

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    (i) IEEE C37.04, IEEE C37.010, and ANSI/IEEE C37.12 (all three 
standards incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1); or
    (ii) IEC 62271-100 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-
1).
* * * * *

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238. Revise Sec.  111.55-1(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.55-1  General.

    (a) Each switch must meet Article 404 of NFPA NEC 2002 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
* * * * *

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239. Revise Sec.  111.59-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.59-1  General.

    Each busway must meet Article 368 of NFPA NEC 2002 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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240. Revise Sec.  111.60-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.60-1  Construction and testing of cable.

    (a) Each marine shipboard cable must meet all the requirements for 
construction and identification of either IEEE 1580, UL 1309, IEC 92-
353, or NPFC MIL-C-24640A or NPFC MIL-C-24643A (all five standards 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), including the 
respective flammability tests contained therein, and must be of a 
copper-stranded type.
    (b) Each cable constructed to IEC 92-353 must meet the flammability 
requirements of Category A of IEC 60332-3-22 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
    (c) Medium-voltage electric cable must meet the requirements of 
IEEE 1580 and UL 1072 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), 
where applicable, for cables rated above 5,000 volts.
    (d) Electrical cable that has a polyvinyl-chloride insulation with 
a nylon jacket (Type T/N) must meet either UL 1309, IEEE 1580, or 
section 8 of IEEE 45-2002 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
110.10-1).
    (e) Electrical cable regardless of construction must meet, at a 
minimum, all of the performance and marking requirements of section 
5.13 of IEEE 1580.

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241. Revise Sec.  111.60-2 introductory text to read as follows:


Sec.  111.60-2  Specialty cable for communication and RF applications.

    Specialty cable such as certain coaxial cable that cannot pass the 
flammability test contained in IEEE 1580, test VW-1 of UL 1581, or 
Category A of IEC 60332-3-22 (all three standards incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) because of unique properties of 
construction, must:
* * * * *

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242. Revise Sec.  111.60-3 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.60-3  Cable application.

    (a)(1) Cable constructed according to IEEE 1580 must meet the 
provisions for cable application of section 24 of IEEE 45-2002 (both 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
    (2) Cable constructed according to IEC 92-353 or UL 1309 (both 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) must meet section 24 of 
IEEE 45-2002, except 24.6.1, 24.6.7, and 24.8.
    (3) Cable constructed according to IEC 92-353 must be applied in 
accordance with IEC 60092-352 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
110.10-1), Table 1, for ampacity values.
    (b)(1) Cable constructed according to IEEE 1580 must be applied in 
accordance with Table 25, Note 6, of IEEE 45-2002.
    (2) Cable constructed according to IEC 92-353 must be derated 
according to IEC 60092-352, clause 8.
    (3) Cable constructed according to NPFC MIL-C-24640A or NPFC MIL-C-
24643A must be derated according to NAVSEA MIL-HDBK-299 (SH) (all three 
standards incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
    (c) Cable for special applications defined in section 24 of IEEE 
45-2002 must meet the provisions of that section.

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243. In Sec.  111.60-5, paragraphs (a)(1), (a)(2), (b), and (c) are 
revised to read as follows:


Sec.  111.60-5  Cable installation.

    (a) * * *
    (1) Sections 25, except 25.11, of IEEE 45-2002 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1); or
    (2) Cables manufactured to IEC 92-353 must be installed in 
accordance with IEC 60092-352 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 110.10-1), including clause 8.
    (b) Each cable installation made in accordance with clause 8 of IEC 
60092-352 must utilize the conductor ampacity values of Table I of IEC 
60092-352.
    (c) No cable may be located in any tank unless--
    (1) The purpose of the cable is to supply equipment or instruments 
especially designed for and compatible with service in the tank and 
whose function requires the installation of the cable in the tank;
    (2) The cable is either compatible with the liquid or gas in the 
tank or protected by an enclosure; and
    (3) Neither braided cable armor nor cable metallic sheath is used 
as the grounding conductor.
* * * * *

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244. Revise Sec.  111.60-6(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.60-6  Fiber optic cable.

* * * * *
    (a) Be constructed to pass the flammability test contained in IEEE 
1202, test VW-1 of UL 1581, or Category A of IEC 60332-3-22 (all three 
standards incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1); or
* * * * *


Sec.  111.60-7  [Amended]

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245. In Table 111.60-7, remove the words ``National Electrical Code'' 
and add, in their place, the words ``NFPA NEC 2002 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1)''.

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246. Revise Sec.  111.60-11(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.60-11  Wire.

* * * * *
    (c) Wire, other than in switchboards, must meet the requirements in 
sections 24.6.7 and 24.8 of IEEE 45-2002, NPFC MIL-W-76D, UL 44, UL 83 
(all four standards incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), or 
equivalent standard.
* * * * *

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247. Revise Sec.  111.60-13, paragraphs (a), (b), and (c), to read as 
follows:


Sec.  111.60-13  Flexible electric cord and cables.

    (a) Construction and testing. Each flexible cord and cable must 
meet the requirements in section 24.6.1 of IEEE 45-2002, Article 400 of 
NFPA NEC 2002, NEMA WC-3, NEMA WC-70, or UL 62 (all five standards 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
    (b) Application. No flexible cord may be used except:
    (1) As allowed under Sections 400-7 and 400-8 of NFPA NEC 2002; and
    (2) In accordance with Table 400-4 in NFPA NEC 2002.
    (c) Allowable current-carrying capacity. No flexible cord may carry 
more current than allowed under Table 400-5 in NFPA NEC 2002, NEMA WC-
3, or NEMA WC-70.
* * * * *

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248. Revise Sec.  111.60-19(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.60-19  Cable splices.

* * * * *
    (b) Each cable splice must be made in accordance with section 25.11 
of IEEE 45-2002 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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249. Revise Sec.  111.60-21 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.60-21  Cable insulation tests.

    All cable for electric power and lighting and associated equipment 
must be checked for proper insulation resistance to ground and between 
conductors. The insulation resistance must not be less than that in 
section 34.2.1 of IEEE 45-2002 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
110.10-1).

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250. Revise Sec.  111.60-23(b), (d), and (f) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.60-23  Metal-clad (Type MC) cable.

* * * * *
    (b) The cable must have a corrugated gas-tight, vapor-tight, and 
watertight sheath of aluminum or other suitable metal that is close-
fitting around the conductors and fillers and that has an overall 
jacket of an impervious PVC or thermoset material.
* * * * *
    (d) The cable must be installed in accordance with Article 326 of 
NFPA NEC 2002 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1). The 
ampacity values found in table 25 of IEEE 45-2002 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) may not be used.
* * * * *
    (f) Equipment grounding conductors in the cable must be sized in 
accordance with Section 250.122 of NFPA NEC 2002. System grounding 
conductors must be of a cross-sectional area not less than that of the 
normal current carrying conductors of the cable. The metal sheath must 
be grounded but must not be used as a required grounding conductor.
* * * * *

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251. Revise Sec.  111.70-1(a) introductory text to read as follows:


Sec.  111.70-1  General.

    (a) Each motor circuit, controller, and protection must meet the 
requirements of ABS Steel Vessel Rules, sections 4-8-2/9.17, 4-8-3/
5.7.3, 4-8-4/9.5, and 4-8-3/5; ABS MODU Rules, Part 4, Chapter 3, 
sections 4/7.11 and 4/7.17; or IEC 92-301 (all three standards 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), as appropriate, except 
for the following circuits:
* * * * *

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252. Revise Sec.  111.70-3 section heading and paragraph (a) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  111.70-3  Motor controllers and motor-control centers.

    (a) General. The enclosure for each motor controller or motor-
control center must meet either NEMA ICS 2 and NEMA ICS 2.3, or Table 5 
of IEC 92-201 (all three standards incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 110.10-1), as appropriate, for the location where it is installed. 
In addition, each such enclosure in a hazardous location must meet 
subpart 111.105 of this part. NEMA ICS 2.4 (incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 110.10-1) provides guidance on the differences between 
devices meeting NEMA and those meeting IEC for motor service.
* * * * *
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253. Revise Sec.  111.75-5(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.75-5  Lighting branch circuits.

* * * * *
    (b) Connected Load. The connected loads on a lighting branch 
circuit must not be more than 80 percent of the rating of the 
overcurrent protective device, computed on the basis of the fixture 
ratings and in accordance with IEEE 45-2002 (incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 110.10-1), section 5.4.2.
* * * * *
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254. Revise Sec.  111.75-17(d)(2) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.75-17  Navigation lights.

* * * * *
    (d) * * *
    (2) Be certified by an independent laboratory to the requirements 
of UL 1104 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) or an 
equivalent standard under 46 CFR 110.20-1. Portable battery powered 
lights need meet only the requirements of the standard applicable to 
those lights.
* * * * *
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255. Revise Sec.  111.75-20(a) and (e) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.75-20  Lighting fixtures.

    (a) The construction of each lighting fixture for a non-hazardous 
location must meet UL 1598A or IEC 92-306 (both incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
* * * * *
    (e) Nonemergency and decorative interior-lighting fixtures in 
environmentally protected, nonhazardous locations need meet only the 
applicable UL type-fixture standards in UL 1598 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) and UL 1598A marine supplement or the 
standards in IEC 92-306. These fixtures must have vibration clamps on 
fluorescent tubes longer than 102 cm (40 inches), secure mounting of 
glassware, and rigid mounting.

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256. Revise Sec.  111.81-1(d) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.81-1  Outlet boxes and junction boxes; general.

* * * * *
    (d) As appropriate, each outlet-box or junction-box installation 
must meet the following standards, all of which are incorporated by 
reference (see 46 CFR 110.10-1): Article 314 of NFPA NEC 2002; UL 50; 
UL 514A, UL 514B, and UL 514C; IEC 60092-101; IEC 92-201; IEC 92-306; 
IEC 60092-352; IEC 92-401; and IEC 60092-502.
* * * * *

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257. Revise Sec.  111.87-3(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.87-3  General requirements.

    (a) Each electric heater must meet applicable UL 484 or UL 1042 
construction standards (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
110.10-1) or equivalent standards under Sec.  110.20-1 of this chapter.
* * * * *

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258. Revise Sec.  111.91-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.91-1  Power, control, and interlock circuits.

    Each electric power, control, and interlock circuit of an elevator 
or dumbwaiter must meet ASME A17.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 110.10-1).

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259. Revise Sec.  111.95-5 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.99-5  General.

    Fire door release systems, if installed, must meet regulation II-2/
30.4.3 of IMO SOLAS 74 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-
1).

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260. Revise Sec.  111.101-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.101-1  Applicability.

    This subpart applies to each submersible motor-driven bilge pump 
required on certain vessels under 46 CFR 56.50-55.

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261. Revise Sec.  111.105-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.105-1  Applicability; definition.

    This subpart applies to installations in hazardous locations as 
defined in NFPA NEC 2002 and in IEC 60079-0 (both incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1). As used in this subpart, ``IEC 60079 
series'' means IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-1, IEC 60079-2, IEC 60079-5, IEC 
79-6, IEC 60079-7, IEC 60079-11, IEC 60079-15, and IEC 79-18 (all 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
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262. Revise Sec.  111.105-3 to read as follows:

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Sec.  111.105-3  General requirements.

    All electrical installations in hazardous locations must comply 
with the general requirements of section 33 of IEEE 45-1998 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), and with either 
Articles 500 through 505 of NFPA NEC 2002 (incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 110.10-1) or with the IEC 60079 series (as defined in 46 CFR 
111.105-1 and incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1). When 
installations are made in accordance with NFPA NEC 2002 articles, and 
when installed fittings are approved for the specific hazardous 
location and the cable type, marine shipboard cable that complies with 
46 CFR subpart 111.60 may be used instead of rigid metal conduit.
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263. Revise Sec.  111.105-5 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.105-5  System integrity.

    In order to maintain system integrity, each individual electrical 
installation in a hazardous location must comply specifically with 
Articles 500-505 of NFPA NEC 2002 (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 110.10-1), as modified by 46 CFR 111.105-3, or with the IEC 60079 
series (as defined in 46 CFR 111.105-1 and incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 110.10-1), but not in combination in a manner that will 
compromise system integrity or safety. Hazardous location equipment 
must be approved as suitable for use in the specific hazardous 
atmosphere in which it is installed. The use of nonapproved equipment 
is prohibited.

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264. Revise Sec.  111.105-7 introductory text and paragraph (b) to read 
as follows:


Sec.  111.105-7  Approved equipment.

    When this subpart or NFPA NEC 2002 (incorporated by reference; see 
46 CFR 110.10-1) states that an item of electrical equipment must be 
approved, or when IEC 60079-0 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
110.10-1) states that an item of electrical equipment must be tested or 
approved in order to comply with the IEC 60079 series (as defined in 
Sec.  111.105-1 and incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), 
that item must be--
* * * * *
    (b) Purged and pressurized equipment that meets NFPA 496 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) or IEC 60079-2.

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265. Revise Sec.  111.105-9 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.105-9  Explosion-proof and flameproof equipment.

    Each item of electrical equipment required by this subpart to be 
explosion-proof under the classification system of NFPA NEC 2002 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) must be approved as 
meeting UL 1203 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1). Each 
item of electrical equipment required by this subpart to be flameproof 
must be approved as meeting IEC 60079-1 (incorporated by reference; see 
46 CFR 110.10-1).

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266. Revise Sec.  111.105-11(a) and (d) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.105-11  Intrinsically safe systems.

    (a) Each system required by this subpart to be intrinsically safe 
must use approved components meeting UL 913 or IEC 60079-11 (both 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
* * * * *
    (d) Each intrinsically safe system must meet ISA RP 12.6 
(incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 110.10-1), except Appendix A.1.

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267. Revise Sec.  111.105-15 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.105-15  Additional methods of protection.

    Each item of electrical equipment that is--
    (a) A powder-filled apparatus must meet IEC 60079-5 (incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1);
    (b) An oil-immersed apparatus must meet either IEC 79-6 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) or Article 500.7(I) of 
NFPA NEC 2002 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1);
    (c) Type of protection ``e'' must meet IEC 60079-7 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1);
    (d) Type of protection ``n'' must meet IEC 60079-15 (incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1); and
    (e) Type of protection ``m'' must meet IEC 79-18 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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268. Revise Sec.  111.105-17(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.105-17  Wiring methods for hazardous locations.

* * * * *
    (b) Where conduit is installed, the applicable requirements of 
either NFPA NEC 2002 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) 
or the IEC 60079 series (as defined in Sec.  111.105-1 and incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) must be followed.
* * * * *

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269. Revise Sec.  111.105-27(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.105-27  Belt drives.

* * * * *
    (b) Pulleys, shafts, and driving equipment grounded to meet NFPA 77 
(incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

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270. Revise Sec.  111.105-31 section heading and paragraphs (e) and (n) 
to read as follows:


Sec.  111.105-31  Flammable or combustible cargo with a flashpoint 
below 60 [deg]C (140 [deg]F), carriers of liquid-sulphur or inorganic 
acid.

* * * * *
    (e) Cargo Tanks. A cargo tank is a Class I, Division 1 (IEC Zone 0) 
location that has additional electrical equipment restrictions outlined 
in section 33 of IEEE 45-1998 and IEC 60092-502 (both incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1). Cargo tanks must not contain any 
electrical equipment except the following:
    (1) Intrinsically safe equipment; and
    (2) Submerged cargo pump motors and their associated cable.
* * * * *
    (n) Duct keel ventilation or lighting. (1) The lighting and 
ventilation system for each pipe tunnel must meet ABS Steel Vessel 
Rules (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), section 5-1-7/
31.17.
    (2) If a fixed gas detection system is installed, it must meet the 
requirements of IMO SOLAS 74 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
110.10-1) and Part 4, Chapter 3 of ABS Steel Vessel Rules.

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271. Revise Sec.  111.105-37 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.105-37  Flammable anesthetics.

    Each electric installation where a flammable anesthetic is used or 
stored must meet NFPA 99 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 110.10-
1).

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272. Revise Sec.  111.105-39 introductory text and paragraph (a) to 
read as follows:


Sec.  111.105-39  Additional requirements for vessels carrying vehicles 
with fuel in their tanks.

    Each vessel that carries a vehicle with fuel in its tank must meet 
the requirements of ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 110.10-1), section 5-10-4/3, except as follows:
    (a) If the ventilation requirements of ABS Steel Vessel Rules 
section 5-10-4/3 are not met, all installed electrical equipment must 
be suitable for a Class I, Division 1; Zone 0; or Zone 1 hazardous 
location.
* * * * *

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273. Revise Sec.  111.105-40(a) and the introductory text in paragraph 
(c) to read as follows:

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Sec.  111.105-40  Additional requirements for RO/RO vessels.

    (a) Each RO/RO vessel must meet ABS Steel Vessel Rules 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1), section 4-8-4/27.3.2.
* * * * *
    (c) Where the ventilation requirement of ABS Steel Vessel Rules 
section 4-8-4/27.3.2 is not met--
* * * * *

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274. Revise Sec.  111.105-41 to read as follows:


Sec.  111.105-41  Battery rooms.

    Each electrical installation in a battery room must meet 46 CFR 
subpart 111.15 and IEEE 45-1998 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
110.10-1).

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275. Revise Sec.  111.107-1, paragraph (b) introductory text and 
paragraph (c)(1) to read as follows:


Sec.  111.107-1  Industrial systems.

* * * * *
    (b) An industrial system that meets the applicable requirements of 
NFPA NEC 2002 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 110.10-1) must 
meet only the following:
* * * * *
    (c) * * *
    (1) Be installed in accordance with 46 CFR 111.60-5 and meet the 
flammability-test requirements of either IEEE 1202 or Category A of IEC 
60332-3-22 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1); or
* * * * *

PART 112--EMERGENCY LIGHTING AND POWER SYSTEMS

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276. The authority citation for part 112 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; Department of Homeland Security 
Delegation No. 0170.1.


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277. Revise Sec.  112.15-1(r) to read as follows:


Sec.  112.15-1  Temporary emergency loads.

* * * * *
    (r) Each general emergency alarm system required by IMO SOLAS 74 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

PART 113--COMMUNICATION AND ALARM SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT

0
278. The authority citation for part 113 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; Department of Homeland Security 
Delegation No. 0170.1.


0
279. Revise Sec.  113.05-7(a) and (b) to read as follows:


Sec.  113.05-7  Environmental tests.

* * * * *
    (a) Section 4-9-7, Table 9, of ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) or the applicable ENV category of 
Lloyd's Register Type Approval System--Test Specification Number 1 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1); and
    (b) IEC 60533 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) as 
appropriate.

0
280. Revise Sec.  113.10-7 to read as follows:


Sec.  113.10-7  Connection boxes.

    Each connection box must be constructed in accordance with Type 4 
or 4X of NEMA 250 or IP 56 of IEC 60529 (both incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) requirements.

0
281. Revise Sec.  113.20-3 to read as follows:


Sec.  113.20-3  Connection boxes.

    Each connection box and each switch enclosure in an automatic 
sprinkler system must be constructed in accordance with Type 4 or 4X of 
NEMA 250 or IP 56 of IEC 60529 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 110.10-1) requirements.

0
282. Revise Sec.  113.25-6 to read as follows:


Sec.  113.25-6  Power supply.

    The emergency power source for the general emergency alarm system 
must meet the requirements of IMO SOLAS 74 (incorporated by reference; 
see 46 CFR 110.10-1), Regulation II-1/42 or II-1/43, as applicable.

0
283. Revise Sec.  113.25-11(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  113.25-11  Contact makers.

* * * * *
    (a) Have normally open contacts and be constructed in accordance 
with Type 4 or 4X of NEMA 250 or IP 56 of IEC 60529 (both incorporated 
by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1) requirements;
* * * * *

0
284. Amend Sec.  113.25-12 by revising paragraph (c) and adding 
paragraph (d) to read as follows:


Sec.  113.25-12  Alarm signals.

* * * * *
    (c)(1) The minimum sound-pressure levels for the emergency-alarm 
tone in interior and exterior spaces must be a sound level of not less 
than 80 dB(A) measured at 10 feet on the axis; and
    (2) At least 10 dB(A) measured at 10 feet on the axis, above the 
background noise level when the vessel is underway in moderate weather 
unless flashing red lights are used in accordance with 46 CFR 113.25-
10(b).
    (d) Alarm signals intended for use in sleeping compartments may 
have a minimum sound level of 75 dB(A) measured 3 feet (1 meter) on 
axis, and at least 10 dB(A) measured 3 feet (1 meter) on axis, above 
ambient noise levels with the ship under way in moderate weather.

0
285. Revise Sec.  113.30-3(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  113.30-3  Means of communications.

* * * * *
    (b) The means of communication and calling must be a reliable means 
of voice communication and must be independent of the vessel's 
electrical system.

0
286. Revise Sec.  113.30-20(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  113.30-20  General requirements.

* * * * *
    (c) No jack-box or headset may be on a communication system that 
includes any station required by this subpart, except for a station 
installed to meet 46 CFR 113.30-5(h) or 46 CFR 113.30-25(f).

0
287. Revise Sec.  113.30-25 to read as follows:


Sec.  113.30-25  Detailed requirements.

    (a) Multiple stations must be able to communicate at the same time.
    (b) The loss of one component of the system must not disable the 
rest of the system.
    (c) The system must be able to operate under full load for the same 
period of operation as required for the emergency generator. See 46 CFR 
112.05-5, Table 112.05-5(a).
    (d) Each voice-communication station device in the weather must be 
in a proper enclosure as required in 46 CFR 111.01-9. The audible-
signal device must be outside the station enclosure.
    (e) Each station in a navigating bridge or a machinery space must 
be in an enclosure meeting at least Type 2 of NEMA 250 or IP 22 of IEC 
60529 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).
    (f) In a noisy location, such as an engine room, there must be a 
booth or other equipment to permit reliable voice communication while 
the vessel is operating.
    (g) In a space throughout which the voice communication station 
audible-signal device cannot be heard, there must be another audible-
signal device or a visual-device, such as a light, either of which is 
energized from the final emergency bus.

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    (h) If two or more voice communication stations are near each 
other, there must be a means that indicates the station called.
    (i) Each connection box must meet at least Type 4 or 4X of NEMA 250 
or IP 56 of IEC 60529.
    (j) Voice communication cables must run as close to the fore-and-
aft centerline of the vessel as practicable.
    (l) No cable for voice communication may run through any space at 
high risk of fire such as machinery rooms and galleys, unless it is 
technically impracticable to route it otherwise or it must serve 
circuits within those spaces.
    (2) Each cable running through any space at high risk of fire must 
meet IEC 60331-11 and IEC 60331-21 (both incorporated by reference; see 
46 CFR 110.10-1).
    (k) If the communications system uses a sound-powered telephone, 
the following requirements also apply:
    (1) Each station except one regulated by paragraph (d) of this 
section must include a permanently wired handset with a push-to-talk 
button and a hanger for the handset.
    (2) The hanger must be constructed so that it holds the handset 
away from the bulkhead and so that the motion of the vessel will not 
dislodge the handset.
    (3) Each talking circuit must be electrically independent of each 
calling circuit.
    (4) No short circuit, open circuit, or ground on either side of a 
calling circuit may affect a talking circuit.
    (5) Each circuit must be insulated from ground.

0
288. Revise Sec.  113.37-10(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  113.37-10  Detailed requirements.

* * * * *
    (b) Each electric component or its enclosure must meet Type 4 or 4X 
of NEMA 250 or IP 56 of IEC 60529 (both incorporated by reference; see 
46 CFR 110.10-1) requirements.

0
289. Revise Sec.  113.40-10(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  113.40-10  Detailed requirements.

* * * * *
    (b) Each electric component or its enclosure must meet Type 4 or 4X 
of NEMA 250 or IP 56 of IEC 60529 (both incorporated by reference; see 
46 CFR 110.10-1) requirements.

0
290. Revise Sec.  113.50-5(g) to read as follows:


Sec.  113.50-5  General requirements.

* * * * *
    (g) Each electrical subsystem in a weather location must be 
watertight or in a watertight enclosure and must meet Type 4 or 4X of 
NEMA 250 or IP 56 of IEC 60529 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 110.10-1) requirements.

0
291. Revise Sec.  113.65-5 to read as follows:


Sec.  113.65-5  General requirements.

    Each whistle operator must meet section 21.5 of IEEE Std 45-2002 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 110.10-1).

PART 162--ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT

0
292. Revise the authority citation for part 162 to read as follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(j), 1903; 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703, 4104, 
4302; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; E.O. 
11735, 38 FR 21243, 3 CFR, 1971-1975 Comp., p. 793; E.O. 12777, 56 
FR 54757, 3 CFR, 1991 Comp., p. 351; Department of Homeland Security 
Delegation No. 0170.1.


0
293. Revise Sec.  162.017-1 to read as follows:


Sec.  162.017-1  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this 
subchapter with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register 
under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other 
than that specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish 
notice of change in the Federal Register and the material must be 
available to the public. All approved material is available for 
inspection at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). 
For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-
741-6030 or go to http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_
federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. The material is also 
available for inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and 
Engineering Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 
20593-0001, and is available from the sources listed below.
    (b) International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Case 
postal 56, CH-1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland:
    (1) ISO 15364, Ships and Marine Technology--Pressure/Vacuum Valves 
for Cargo Tanks, First Edition (Sep. 1, 2000) (``ISO 15364''), 162.017-
3; and
    (2) [Reserved]

0
294. Amend Sec.  162.017-3 by adding paragraph (r) to read as follows:


Sec.  162.017-3  Materials, construction, and workmanship.

* * * * *
    (r) Pressure-vacuum relief valves constructed in accordance with 
ISO 15364 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 162.017-1) meet the 
requirements of this subpart.

PART 170--STABILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL INSPECTED VESSELS

0
295. The authority citation for part 170 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 3703; E.O. 
12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of 
Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.


0
296. Revise Sec.  170.015 to read as follows:


Sec.  170.015  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this 
subchapter with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register 
under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other 
than that specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish 
notice of change in the Federal Register and the material must be 
available to the public. All approved material is available for 
inspection at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). 
For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-
741-6030 or go to http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_
federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. The material is also 
available for inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and 
Engineering Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 
20593-0001, and is available from the sources listed below.
    (b) ASTM International (formerly American Society for Testing and 
Materials) (ASTM), 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-
2959:
    (1) ASTM F 1196-00, Standard Specification for Sliding Watertight 
Door Assemblies (2000) (``ASTM F 1196''), 170.270; and
    (2) ASTM F 1197-00, Standard Specification for Sliding Watertight 
Door Control Systems (2000) (``ASTM F 1197''), 170.270.
    (c) Naval Publications and Forms Center (NPFC), Department of 
Defense, Single Stock Point, 700 Robins Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111:
    (1) MIL-P-21929B, Plastic Material, Cellular Polyurethane, Foam in 
Place, Rigid, 1970 (``NPFC MIL-P-21929B''), 170.245; and
    (2) [Reserved]
    (d) International Maritime Organization (IMO), Publications 
Section, 4 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SR, United Kingdom:

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    (1) Resolution A.265 (VIII), Recommendation on a standard method 
for establishing compliance with the requirements for cross-flooding 
arrangements in passenger ships (``IMO Resolution A.265 (VIII)''), 
170.135; and
    (2) [Reserved]

0
297. Revise Sec.  170.135(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  170.135  Operating information for a vessel with Type III 
subdivision.

    (a) In addition to the information required in 46 CFR 170.110, the 
stability booklet of a passenger vessel with Type III subdivision must 
contain the information required by Regulation 8(b) of IMO Resolution 
A.265 (VIII) (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 170.015).
* * * * *

0
298. Revise Sec.  170.245(b)(2) to read as follows:


Sec.  170.245  Foam flotation material.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (2) The foam must comply with NPFC MIL-P-21929B (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 170.015), including the requirements for fire 
resistance.
* * * * *

PART 175--GENERAL PROVISIONS

0
299. Revise the authority citation for part 175 to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3205, 3306, 3307, 3703; Pub. L 103-
206, 107 Stat. 2439; 49 U.S.C. App. 1804; Department of Homeland 
Security Delegation No. 0170.1; 175.900 also issued under authority 
of 44 U.S.C. 3507.


0
300. Amend Sec.  175.400 by revising the introductory text and 
paragraph (10) of the definition of ``corrosion-resistant material or 
corrosion-resistant'' and the definition of ``flash point'' to read as 
follows:


Sec.  175.400  Definitions of terms used in this subchapter.

    The following terms are used in this subchapter:
* * * * *
    Corrosion-resistant material or corrosion-resistant means made of 
one of the following materials in a grade suitable for its intended use 
in a marine environment: * * *
    (10) A material, which when tested in accordance with ASTM B 117 
(incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 175.600) for 200 hours, does not 
show pitting, cracking, or other deterioration.
* * * * *
    Flash point means the temperature at which a liquid gives off a 
flammable vapor when heated using the Pensky-Martens Closed Cup Tester 
method in accordance with ASTM D-93 (incorporated by reference, see 46 
CFR 175.600).
* * * * *

0
301. Revise Sec.  175.540(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  175.540  Equivalents.

* * * * *
    (c) The Commandant may approve a novel lifesaving appliance or 
arrangement as an equivalent if it has performance characteristics at 
least equivalent to the appliance or arrangement required under this 
part, and:
    (1) Is evaluated and tested under IMO Resolution A. 520(13) 
(incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 175.600); or
    (2) Has successfully undergone an evaluation and tests that are 
substantially equivalent to those recommendations.
* * * * *

0
302. Revise Sec.  175.600 to read as follows:


Sec.  175.600  Incorporation by reference.

    (a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this 
subchapter with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register 
under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other 
than that specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish 
notice of change in the Federal Register and the material must be 
available to the public. All approved material is available for 
inspection at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). 
For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-
741-6030 or go to http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_
federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. The material is also 
available for inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and 
Engineering Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 
20593-0001, and is available from the sources listed below.
    (b) The material approved for incorporation by reference in this 
subchapter and the sections affected are shown in Table 175.600:

         Table 175.600: Subchapter T Incorporations by Reference
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                Section(s) incorporating
 Standards organization and name of standard          the standard
------------------------------------------------------------------------
American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC), 613
 Third Street, Suite 10, Annapolis, MD 21403
    A-1-93--Marine Liquefied Petroleum Gas     184.240.
     (LPG) Systems (``ABYC A-1'').
    A-3-93--Galley Stoves (``ABYC A-3'').....  184.200.
    A-7-70--Boat Heating Systems (``ABYC A-    184.200.
     7'').
    A-16-89--Electric Navigation Lights        183.130.
     (``ABYC A-16'').
    A-22-93--Marine Compressed Natural Gas     184.240.
     (CNG) Systems (``ABYC A-22'').
    E-8 Alternating Current (AC) Electrical    183.130; 183.340.
     Systems on Boats (July 2001) (``ABYC E-
     8'').
    E-9 Direct Current (DC) Electrical         183.130; 183.340.
     Systems on Boats (May 28, 1990) (``ABYC
     E-9'').
    H-2-89--Ventilation of Boats Using         183.130; 182.460.
     Gasoline (``ABYC H-2'').
    H-22-86--DC Electric Bilge Pumps           182.130; 182.500.
     Operating Under 50 Volts (``ABYC H-22'').
    H-24-93--Gasoline Fuel Systems (``ABYC H-  182.130; 182.440;
     24'').                                     182.445; 182.450;
                                                182.455.
    H-25-94--Portable Gasoline Fuel Systems    182.130; 182.458.
     for Flammable Liquids (``ABYC H-25'').
    H-32-87--Ventilation of Boats Using        182.130; 182.465;
     Diesel Fuel (``ABYC H-32'').               182.470.
    H-33-89--Diesel Fuel Systems (``ABYC H-    182.130; 182.440;
     33'').                                     182.445; 182.450;
                                                182.455.
    P-1-93--Installation of Exhaust Systems    177.405; 177.410;
     for Propulsion and Auxiliary Engines       182.130; 182.425;
     (``ABYC P-1'').                            182.430.
    P-4-89--Marine Inboard Engines (``ABYC P-  182.130; 182.420.
     4'').
------------------------------------------------------------------------
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), ABS Plaza,
 16855 Northchase Drive, Houston, TX 77060
    Guide for High Speed Craft, 1997 (``ABS    177.300.
     High Speed Craft'').
    Rules for Building and Classing Aluminum   177.300.
     Vessels, 1975 (``ABS Aluminum Vessel
     Rules'').
    Rules for Building and Classing            177.300.
     Reinforced Plastic Vessels, 1978 (``ABS
     Plastic Vessel Rules'').
    Rules for Building and Classing Steel      183.360.
     Vessels, 1995 (``ABS Steel Vessel
     Rules'').

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    Rules for Building and Classing Steel      177.300.
     Vessels Under 61 Meters (200 feet) in
     Length, 1983 (``ABS Steel Vessel Rules
     (< 61 Meters)'').
    Rules for Building and Classing Steel      177.300.
     Vessels for Service on Rivers and
     Intracoastal Waterways, 1995 (``ABS
     Steel Vessel Rules (Rivers/
     Intracoastal)'').
------------------------------------------------------------------------
American National Standards Institute (ANSI),
 11 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036
    A 17.1-1984, including supplements A       183.540.
     17.1a and B-1985--Safety Code for
     Elevators and Escalators (``ANSI A
     17.1'').
    B 31.1-1986--Code for Pressure Piping,     182.710.
     Power Piping (``ANSI B 31.1'').
    Motor Vehicles Operating on Land Highways  177.1030.
     (``ANSI Z 26.1'').
------------------------------------------------------------------------
ASTM International (formerly American Society
 for Testing and Materials) (ASTM), 100 Barr
 Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-
 2959.
    ASTM B 96-93, Standard Specification for   182.440.
     Copper-Silicon Alloy Plate, Sheet,
     Strip, and Rolled Bar for General
     Purposes and Pressure Vessels (``ASTM B
     96'').
    ASTM B 117-97, Standard Practice for       175.400.
     Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus
     (``ASTM B 117'').
    ASTM B 122/B 122M-95, Standard             182.440.
     Specification for Copper-Nickel-Tin
     Alloy, Copper-Nickel-Zinc Alloy (Nickel
     Silver), and Copper-Nickel Alloy Plate,
     Sheet, Strip and Rolled Bar (``ASTM B
     122'').
    ASTM B 127-98, Standard Specification for  182.440.
     Nickel-Copper Alloy (UNS NO4400) Plate,
     Sheet, and Strip (``ASTM B 127'').
    ASTM B 152-97a, Standard Specification     182.440.
     for Copper Sheet, Strip, Plate, and
     Rolled Bar (``ASTM B 152'').
    ASTM B 209-96, Standard Specification for  182.440.
     Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and
     Plate (``ASTM B 209'').
    ASTM D 93-97, Standard Test Methods for    175.400.
     Flash Point by Pensky-Martens Closed Cup
     Tester (``ASTM D 93'').
    ASTM D 635-97, Standard test Method for    182.440.
     Rate of Burning and or Extent and Time
     of Burning of Self-Supporting Plastics
     in a Horizontal Position (``ASTM D
     635'').
    ASTM D 2863-95, Standard Method for        182.440.
     Measuring the Minimum Oxygen
     Concentration to Support Candle-Like
     Combustion of Plastics (Oxygen Index)
     (``ASTM D 2863'').
    ASTM E 84-98, Standard Test Method for     177.410.
     Surface Burning Characteristics of
     Building Materials (``ASTM E 84'').
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Institute of Electrical and Electronics
 Engineers, Inc. (IEEE), IEEE Service Center,
 445 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08854
    Standard 45-1977--Recommended Practice     183.340.
     for Electrical Installations on
     Shipboard (``IEEE 45-1977'').
------------------------------------------------------------------------
International Organization for
 Standardization (ISO), Case postale 56, CH-
 1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland
    ISO 8846, Small Craft-Electrical Devices-  182.500.
     Protection Against Ignition of
     Surrounding Flammable Gases (Dec. 1990)
     (``ISO 8846'').
    ISO 8849, Small Craft-Electrically         182.500.
     Operated Bilge Pumps (Dec. 15, 1990)
     (``ISO 8849'').
------------------------------------------------------------------------
International Maritime Organization (IMO),
 International Maritime Organization,
 Publications Section, 4 Albert Embankment,
 London SE1 7SR, United Kingdom
    Code of Practice for the Evaluation,       175.540.
     Testing and Acceptance of Prototype
     Novel Life-Saving Appliances and
     Arrangements-Resolution A.520(13), dated
     17 November 1983 (``IMO Resolution
     A.520(13)'').
    Use and Fitting of Retro-Reflective        185.604.
     Materials on Life-Saving Appliances-
     Resolution A.658(16), dated 20 November
     1989 (``IMO Resolution A.658(16)'').
    Fire Test Procedures For Ignitability of   177.405.
     Bedding Components, Resolution
     A.688(17), dated 06 November 1991 (``IMO
     Resolution A.688(17)'').
    Symbols Related to Life-Saving Appliances  185.604.
     and Arrangements, Resolution A.760(18),
     dated 17 November 1993 (``IMO Resolution
     A.760(18)''.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Lloyd's Register of Shipping, 71 Fenchurch
 Street, London EC3M 4BS
    Rules and Regulations for the              177.300.
     Classification of Yachts and Small
     Craft, as amended through 1983
     (``Lloyd's Yachts and Small Craft'').
------------------------------------------------------------------------
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA),
 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.
    NFPA 10-1994--Portable Fire Extinguishers  176.810.
     (``NFPA 10'').
    NFPA 17-1994--Dry Chemical Extinguishing   181.425.
     Systems (``NFPA 17'').
    NFPA 17A-1994--Wet Chemical Extinguishing  181.425.
     Systems (``NFPA 17A'').
    NFPA 70-1996--National Electrical Code     183.320; 183.340;
     (NEC) (``NFPA 70'').                       183.372.
    NFPA 302-1994--Pleasure and Commercial     184.200; 184.240.
     Motor Craft, Chapter 6 (``NFPA 302'').
    NFPA 306-1993--Control of Gas Hazards on   176.710.
     Vessels (``NFPA 306'').
    NFPA 1963-1989--Fire Hose Connections      181.320.
     (``NFPA 1963'').
------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Naval Publications and Forms Center, Customer
 Service Code 1052, 5801 Tabor Ave.,
 Philadelphia, PA 19120
    Military Specification MIL-P-21929C        179.240.
     (1991)--Plastic Material, Cellular
     Polyurethane, Foam-in-Place, Rigid (2
     and 4 pounds per cubic foot) (``NPFC MIL-
     P-21929C'').
    Military Specification MIL-R-21607E(SH)    177.410.
     (1990)--Resins, Polyester, Low Pressure
     Laminating, Fire Retardant (``NPFC MIL-R-
     21607E(SH)'').
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), 400
 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096-
 0001
    SAE J-1475--Hydraulic Hose Fittings For    182.720.
     Marine Applications, 1984 (``SAE J-
     1475'').
    SAE J-1928--Devices Providing Backfire     182.415.
     Flame Control for Gasoline Engines in
     Marine Applications, August 1989 (``SAE
     J-1928'').
    SAE J-1942--Hose and Hose Assemblies for   182.720.
     Marine Applications, 1992 (``SAE J-
     1942'').
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL), 12
 Laboratory Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC
 27709
    UL 19-1992--Lined Fire Hose and Hose       181.320.
     Assemblies (``UL 19'').
    UL 174-1989, as amended through June 23,   182.320.
     1994--Household Electric Storage Tank
     Heaters (``UL 174'').
    UL 217-1993--Single and Multiple Station   181.450.
     Smoke Detectors (``UL 217'').
    UL 486A-1992--Wire Connectors and          183.340.
     Soldering Lugs For Use With Copper
     Conductors (``UL 486A'').
    UL 489-1995--Molded-Case Circuit Breakers  183.380.
     and Circuit Breaker Enclosures (``UL
     489'').
    UL 595-1991--Marine Type Electric          183.410.
     Lighting Fixtures (``UL 595'').
    UL 710-1990, as amended through September  181.425.
     16, 1993--Exhaust Hoods For Commercial
     Cooking Equipment (``UL 710'').
    UL 1058-1989, as amended through April     181.410.
     19, 1994--Halogenated Agent
     Extinguishing System Units (``UL 1058'').
    UL 1102-1992--Non integral Marine Fuel     182.440.
     Tanks (``UL 1102'').
    UL 1110-1988, as amended through May 16,   182.480.
     1994--Marine Combustible Gas Indicators
     (``UL 1110'').
    UL 1111-1988--Marine Carburetor Flame      182.415.
     Arresters (``UL 1111'').
    UL 1113, Electrically Operated Pumps for   182.520.
     Nonflammable Liquids, Marine, Third
     Edition (Sep. 4, 1997) (``UL 1113'').
    UL 1453-1988, as amended through June 7,   182.320.
     1994--Electric Booster and Commercial
     Storage Tank Water Heaters (``UL 1453'').
    UL 1570-1995--Fluorescent Lighting         183.410.
     Fixtures (``UL 1570'').
    UL 1571-1995--Incandescent Lighting        183.410.
     Fixtures (``UL 1571'').
    UL 1572-1995--High Intensity Discharge     183.410.
     Lighting Fixtures (``UL 1572'').
    UL 1573-1995--Stage and Studio Lighting    183.410.
     Units (``UL 1573'').
    UL 1574-1995--Track Lighting Systems       183.410.
     (``UL 1574'').
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PART 176--INSPECTION AND CERTIFICATION

0
303. Revise the authority citation for part 176 to read as follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(j); 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3205, 3306, 3307; 
49 U.S.C. App. 1804; E.O. 11735, 38 FR 21243, 3 CFR, 1971-1975 
Comp., p. 743; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 
Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.


0
304. Revise Sec.  176.710(a) introductory text to read as follows:


Sec.  176.710  Inspection and testing prior to hot work.

    (a) An inspection for flammable or combustible gases must be 
conducted by a certified marine chemist or other person authorized by 
the cognizant OCMI in accordance with the provisions of NFPA 306 
(incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 175.600) before alterations, 
repairs, or other operations involving riveting, welding, burning, or 
other fire producing actions may be made aboard a vessel: * * *
* * * * *

0
305. Revise Sec.  176.810(b)(1) to read as follows:


Sec.  176.810  Fire protection.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (1) For portable fire extinguishers, the inspections, maintenance 
procedures, and hydrostatic pressure tests required by Chapter 4 of 
NFPA 10 (incorporated by reference, 46 CFR 175.600) with the frequency 
specified by NFPA 10. In addition, carbon dioxide and Halon portable 
fire extinguishers must be refilled when the net content weight loss 
exceeds that specified for fixed systems by Table 176.810(b). The owner 
or managing operator shall provide satisfactory evidence of the 
required servicing to the marine inspector. If any of the equipment or 
records have not been properly maintained, a qualified servicing 
facility must be required to perform the required inspections, 
maintenance procedures, and hydrostatic pressure tests. A tag issued by 
a qualified servicing organization, and attached to each extinguisher, 
may be accepted as evidence that the necessary maintenance procedures 
have been conducted.
* * * * *

PART 177--CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT

0
306. The authority citation for part 177 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 
1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 
0170.1.


0
307. Revise Sec.  177.300 to read as follows:


Sec.  177.300  Structural design.

    Except as otherwise allowed by this subpart, a vessel must comply 
with the structural design requirements of one of

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the standards listed below for the hull material of the vessel.
    (a) Wooden hull vessels: Lloyd's Yachts and Small Craft 
(incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 175.600);
    (b) Steel hull vessels:
    (1) Lloyd's Yachts and Small Craft; or
    (2) ABS Steel Vessel Rules (< 61 Meters)(incorporated by reference, 
see 46 CFR 175.600);
    (c) Fiber reinforced plastic vessels:
    (1) Lloyd's Yachts and Small Craft;
    (2) ABS Plastic Vessel Rules (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 
175.600); or
    (3) ABS High Speed Craft (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 
175.600);
    (d) Aluminum hull vessels:
    (1) Lloyd's Yachts and Small Craft; or
    (i) For a vessel of more than 30.5 meters (100 feet) in length: ABS 
Aluminum Vessel Rules (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 175.600); 
or
    (ii) For a vessel of not more than 30.5 meters (100 feet) in 
length: ABS Steel Vessel Rules (< 61 Meters), with the appropriate 
conversions from the ABS Aluminum Vessel Rules; or
    (2) ABS High Speed Craft;
    (e) Steel hull vessels operating in protected waters: ABS Steel 
Vessel Rules (Rivers/Intracoastal) (incorporated by reference, see 46 
CFR 175.600).

0
308. Revise Sec.  177.405(b) and (g)(2) to read as follows:


Sec.  177.405  General arrangement and outfitting.

* * * * *
    (b) Combustibles insulated from heated surfaces. Internal 
combustion engine exhausts, boiler and galley uptakes, and similar 
sources of ignition must be kept clear of and suitably insulated from 
combustible material. Dry exhaust systems for internal combustion 
engines on wooden or fiber reinforced plastic vessels must be installed 
in accordance with ABYC P-1 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 
175.600).
* * * * *
    (g) * * *
    (2) IMO Resolution A.688(17) (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 
175.600). Mattresses that are tested to this standard may contain 
polyurethane foam.

0
309. Revise Sec.  177.410(a), the introductory text of paragraph (b), 
and (c)(2) to read as follows:


Sec.  177.410  Structural fire protection.

    (a) Cooking areas. Vertical or horizontal surfaces within 910 
millimeters (3 feet) of cooking appliances must have an ASTM E-84 
(incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 175.600) flame spread rating of 
not more than 75. Curtains, draperies, or free hanging fabrics must not 
be fitted within 910 millimeters (3 feet) of cooking or heating 
appliances.
    (b) Composite materials. When the hull, bulkheads, decks, 
deckhouse, or superstructure of a vessel is partially or completely 
constructed of a composite material, including fiber reinforced 
plastic, the resin used must be fire retardant and meet as accepted by 
the Commandant as meeting NPFC MIL-R-21607E(SH) (incorporated by 
reference, see 46 CFR 175.600). Resin systems that have not been 
accepted as meeting NPFC MIL-R-21607E(SH) may be accepted as fire 
retardant if they have an ASTM E-84 flame spread rating of not more 
than 100 when tested in laminate form. The laminate submitted for 
testing the resin system to ASTM E-84 must meet the following 
requirements: * * *
    (c) * * *
    (2) Sources of ignition. Electrical equipment and switch boards 
must be protected from fuel or water sources. Fuel lines and hoses must 
be located as far as practical from heat sources. Internal combustion 
engine exhausts, boiler and galley uptakes, and similar sources of 
ignition must be kept clear of and suitability insulated from any 
woodwork or other combustible matter. Internal combustion engine dry 
exhaust systems must be installed in accordance with ABYC P-1 
(incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 175.600).
* * * * *

0
310. Revise Sec.  177.1030(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  177.1030  Operating station visibility.

* * * * *
    (b) Glass or other glazing material used in windows at the 
operating station must have a light transmission of not less than 70 
percent according to Test 2 of ANSI Z 26.1 (incorporated by reference, 
see 46 CFR 175.600) and must comply with Test 15 of ANSI Z 26.1 for 
Class I Optical Deviation.

PART 179--SUBDIVISION, DAMAGE STABILITY, AND WATERTIGHT INTEGRITY

0
311. The authority citation for part 179 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 3703; E.O. 
12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of 
Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.


0
312. Revise Sec.  179.240(b)(1) to read as follows:


Sec.  179.240  Foam flotation material.

    (b) * * *
    (1) All foam must comply with NPFC MIL-P-21929C (incorporated by 
reference, see 46 CFR 175.600). The fire resistance test is not 
required.
* * * * *

PART 181--FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT

0
313. The authority citation for part 181 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 
1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 
0170.1.


0
314. Revise Sec.  181.320(b)(1) and (3) to read as follows:


Sec.  181.320  Fire hoses and nozzles.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (1) Be lined commercial fire hose that conforms to UL 19 
(incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 175.600) or hose that is listed 
and labeled by an independent laboratory recognized by the Commandant 
as being equivalent in performance;
* * * * *
    (3) Have fittings of brass or other suitable corrosion-resistant 
material that comply with NFPA 1963 (incorporated by reference, see 46 
CFR 175.600) or other standard specified by the Commandant.
* * * * *

0
315. Revise Sec.  181.410(g)(1) to read as follows:


Sec.  181.410  Fixed gas fire extinguishing systems.

* * * * *
    (g) Specific requirements for Halon 1301 systems. (1) A custom 
engineering fixed gas fire extinguishing system, which uses Halon 1301, 
must comply with the applicable sections of UL 1058 (incorporated by 
reference, see 46 CFR 175.600) and the requirements of this paragraph 
(g).
* * * * *
0
316. Revise Sec.  181.425 to read as follows:


Sec.  181.425  Galley hood fire extinguishing systems.

    (a) A grease extraction hood required by 46 CFR 181.400 must meet 
UL 710 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 175.600) or other 
standard specified by the Commandant.
    (b) A grease extraction hood must be equipped with a dry or wet 
chemical fire extinguishing system meeting the applicable sections of 
NFPA 17 or NFPA 17A (both incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 
175.600), or other standard specified by the Commandant, and must

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be listed by an independent laboratory recognized by the Commandant.

0
317. Revise Sec.  181.450(a)(1) to read as follows:


Sec.  181.450  Independent modular smoke detecting units.

    (a) * * *
    (1) Meet UL 217 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 175.600) and 
be listed as a ``Single Station Smoke detector--Also suitable for use 
in Recreational Vehicles,'' or other standard specified by the 
Commandant;
* * * * *

PART 182--MACHINERY INSTALLATION

0
318. The authority citation for part 182 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 
Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 
0170.1.


0
319. Revise Sec.  182.130 to read as follows:


Sec.  182.130  Alternative standards.

    As an alternative to complying with the provisions of this part, a 
vessel of not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length, carrying not 
more than 12 passengers, and propelled by gasoline or diesel internal 
combustion engines, other than a High Speed Craft, may comply with ABYC 
H-2, ABYC H-22, ABYC H-24, ABYC H-25, ABYC H-32, ABYC H-33, ABYC P-1, 
and ABYC P-4 (all eight standards incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 
175.600) as specified in this part.

0
320. Revise Sec.  182.320(a)(3) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.320  Water heaters.

    (a) * * *
    (3) Is listed under UL 174, UL 1453 (both incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) or other standard specified by the 
Commandant; and
* * * * *

0
321. Revise Sec.  182.415(c)(1) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.415  Carburetors.

* * * * *
    (c) * * *
    (1) A backfire flame arrester complying with SAE J-1928 or UL 1111 
(both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) and marked 
accordingly. The flame arrester must be suitably secured to the air 
intake with a flametight connection.
* * * * *

0
322. Revise Sec.  182.420(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.420  Engine cooling.

* * * * *
    (b) An engine water cooling system on a vessel of not more than 
19.8 meters (65 feet) in length, carrying not more than 12 passengers, 
may comply with the requirements of ABYC P-4 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) instead of the requirements of paragraph 
(a) of this section.
* * * * *

0
323. Revise Sec.  182.425(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.425  Engine exhaust cooling.

* * * * *
    (c) Engine exhaust cooling system built in accordance with the 
requirements of ABYC P-1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
175.600) will be considered as meeting the requirements of this 
section.

0
324. Revise Sec.  182.430(k) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.430  Engine exhaust pipe installation.

* * * * *
    (k) Engine exhaust pipe installations built in accordance with the 
requirements of ABYC P-1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
175.600), will be considered as meeting the requirements of this 
section.

0
325. Revise Sec.  182.440 to read as follows--


Sec.  182.440  Independent fuel tanks.

    (a) Materials and construction. Independent fuel tanks must be 
designed and constructed as described in this paragraph (a).
    (1) The material used and the minimum thickness allowed must be as 
indicated in Table 182.440(a)(1), except that other materials that 
provide equivalent safety may be approved for use under paragraph 
(a)(3) of this section. Tanks having a capacity of more than 570 liters 
(150 gallons) must be designed to withstand the maximum head to which 
they may be subjected in service, but in no case may the thickness be 
less than that specified in Table 182.440(a)(1).

                                               Table 182.440(a)(1)
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                                                         Thickness in millimeters (inches) and [gage number] \1\
                                                                         vs. tank capacities for:
                                   ASTM specification   --------------------------------------------------------
                                  (all incorporated by                        More than 300
            Material              reference; see 46 CFR                       liter (80 gal)     Over 570 liter
                                        175.600)         4 to 300 liter (1  and not more than    (150 gal) \2\
                                                          to 80 gal) tanks    570 liter (150         tanks
                                                                                gal) tanks
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Nickel-copper..................  B 127, hot rolled       0.94 (0.037)       1.27 (0.050)       2.72 (0.107)
                                  sheet or plate.         [USSG 20] \3\.     [USSG 18].         [USSG 12].
Copper-nickel \4\..............  B 122, UNS alloy        1.14 (0.045) [AWG  1.45 (0.057) [AWG  3.25 (0.128) [AWG
                                  C71500.                 17].               15].               8].
Copper \4\.....................  B 152, UNS alloy        1.45 (0.057) [AWG  2.06 (0.081) [AWG  4.62 (0.182) [AWG
                                  C11000.                 15].               12].               5].
Copper-silicon \4\.............  B 96, alloys C65100     1.29 (0.051) [AWG  1.63 (0.064) [AWG  3.66 (0.144) [AWG
                                  and C65500.             16].               14].               7].
Steel or iron 5,6..............  ......................  1.90 (0.0747)      2.66 (0.1046)      4.55 (0.1793)
                                                          [MSG 14].          [MSG 12].          [MSG 7].
Aluminum \7\...................  B 209, alloy 5052,      6.35 (0.250)       6.35 (0.250)       6.35 (0.250)
                                  5083, 5086.             [USSG 3].          [USSG 3].          [USSG 3].
Fiber reinforced plastic.......  ......................  As required \8\..  As required \8\..  As required \8\.
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\1\ The gage numbers used in this table may be found in many standard engineering reference books. The letters
  ``USSG'' stand for ``U.S. Standard Gage,'' which was established by the act of March 3, 1892 (15 U.S.C. 206),
  for sheet and plate iron and steel. The letters ``AWG'' stand for ``American Wire Gage'' (or Brown and Sharpe
  Gage) for nonferrous sheet thicknesses. The letters ``MSG'' stand for ``Manufacturer's Standard Gage'' for
  sheet steel thickness.
\2\ Tanks over 1514 liters (400 gallons) must be designed with a factor of safety of four on the ultimate
  strength of the material used with a design head of not less than 1220 millimeters (4 feet) of liquid above
  the top of the tank.
\3\ Nickel-copper not less than 0.79 millimeter (0.031 inch) [USSG 22] may be used for tanks up to 114-liter (30-
  gallon) capacity.
\4\ Acceptable only for gasoline service.

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\5\ Gasoline fuel tanks constructed of iron or steel, which are less than 5 millimeter (0.1875) inch) thick,
  must be galvanized inside and outside by the hot dip process. Tanks intended for use with diesel oil must not
  be internally galvanized.
\6\ Stainless steel tanks are not included in this category.
\7\ Anodic to most common metals. Avoid dissimilar metal contact with tank body.
\8\ The requirements of 46 CFR 182.440(a)(2) apply.

    (2) Fiber reinforced plastic may be used for diesel fuel tanks 
under the following provisions:
    (i) The materials must be fire retardant. Flammability of the 
material must be determined by the standard test methods in ASTM D 635 
and ASTM D 2863 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600), 
or other standard specified by the Commandant. The results of these 
tests must show that the average extent of burning is less than 10 
millimeters (0.394 inches), the average time of burning is less than 50 
seconds, and the limiting oxygen index is greater than 21.
    (ii) Tanks must meet UL 1102 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
175.600) or other standard specified by the Commandant. Testing may be 
accomplished by an independent laboratory or by the fabricator to the 
satisfaction of the OCMI.
    (iii) Tanks must be designed to withstand the maximum heat to which 
they may be subjected to in service.
    (iv) Installation of nozzles, flanges or other fittings for pipe 
connections to the tanks must be acceptable to the cognizant OCMI.
    (v) Baffle plates, if installed, must be of the same material and 
not less than the minimum thickness of the tank walls. Limber holes at 
the bottom and air holes at the top of all baffles must be provided. 
Baffle plates must be installed at the time the tests required by UL 
1102, or other standard specified by the Commandant, are conducted.
    (3) Materials other than those listed in Table 182.440(a)(1) must 
be approved by the Commandant. An independent tank using material 
approved by the Commandant under this paragraph must meet the testing 
requirements of UL 1102, or other standard specified by the Commandant. 
Testing may be accomplished by an independent laboratory or by the 
fabricator to the satisfaction of the OCMI.
    (4) Tanks with flanged-up top edges that may trap and hold moisture 
are prohibited.
    (5) Openings for fill pipes, vent pipes, and machinery fuel supply 
pipes, and openings for fuel level gauges, where used, must be on the 
topmost surfaces of tanks. Tanks may not have any openings in bottoms, 
sides, or ends, except for:
    (i) An opening fitted with a threaded plug or cap installed for 
tank cleaning purposes; and
    (ii) In a diesel fuel tank, openings for supply piping and tubular 
gauge glasses.
    (6) All tank joints must be welded or brazed. Lap joints may not be 
used.
    (7) Nozzles, flanges, or other fittings for pipe connections to a 
metal tank must be welded or brazed to the tank. Tank openings in way 
of pipe connections must be properly reinforced where necessary. Where 
fuel level gauges are used on a metal tank, the flanges to which gauge 
fittings are attached must be welded or brazed to the tank. No tubular 
gauge glasses may be fitted to gasoline fuel tanks. Tubular gauge 
glasses, if fitted to diesel fuel tanks, must be of heat resistant 
materials, adequately protected from mechanical damage, and provided at 
the tank connections with devices that will automatically close in the 
event of rupture of the gauge or gauge lines.
    (8) A metal tank exceeding 760 millimeters (30 inches) in any 
horizontal dimension must:
    (i) Be fitted with vertical baffle plates, which meet subparagraph 
(a)(9) of this section, at intervals not exceeding 760 millimeters (30 
inches) to provide strength and to control the excessive surge of fuel; 
or
    (ii) The owner must submit calculations to the cognizant OCMI 
demonstrating the structural adequacy of the tank in a fully loaded 
static condition and in a worst case dynamic (sloshing) condition.
    (9) Baffle plates, where required in metal tanks, must be of the 
same material and not less than the minimum thickness required in the 
tank walls and must be connected to the tank walls by welding or 
brazing. Limber holes at the bottom and air holes at the top of all 
baffles must be provided.
    (10) Iron or steel diesel fuel tanks must not be galvanized on the 
interior. Galvanizing, paint, or other suitable coating must be used to 
protect the outside of iron and steel diesel fuel tanks and the inside 
and outside of iron and steel gasoline fuel tanks.
    (b) Location and installation. Independent fuel tanks must be 
located and installed as described in this paragraph (b).
    (1) Fuel tanks must be located in, or as close as practicable to, 
machinery spaces.
    (2) Fuel tanks and fittings must be so installed as to permit 
examination, testing, or removal for cleaning with minimum disturbance 
to the hull structure.
    (3) Fuel tanks must be adequately supported and braced to prevent 
movement. The supports and braces must be insulated from contact with 
the tank surfaces with a nonabrasive and nonabsorbent material.
    (4) All fuel tanks must be electrically bonded to a common ground.
    (c) Tests. Independent fuel tanks must be tested as described in 
this paragraph (c) prior to being used to carry fuel.
    (1) Prior to installation, tanks vented to the atmosphere must be 
hydrostatically tested to, and must withstand, a pressure of 35 kPa (5 
psig) or 11/2 times the maximum pressure head to which they may be 
subjected in service, whichever is greater. A standpipe of 3.5 meters 
(11.5 feet) in height attached to the tank may be filled with water to 
accomplish the 35 kPa (5 psig) test. Permanent deformation of the tank 
will not be cause for rejection unless accompanied by leakage.
    (2) After installation of the fuel tank on a vessel, the complete 
installation must be tested in the presence of a marine inspector, or 
individual specified by the cognizant OCMI, to a heat not less than 
that to which the tank may be subjected in service. Fuel may be used as 
the testing medium.
    (3) All tanks not vented to the atmosphere must be constructed and 
tested in accordance with 46 CFR 182.330.
    (d) Alternative procedures. A vessel of not more than 19.8 meters 
(65 feet) in length carrying not more than 12 passengers, with 
independent gasoline fuel tanks built in accordance with ABYC H-24 
(incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 175.600), or 33 CFR 183, subpart 
J, or with independent diesel fuel tanks built in accordance with ABYC 
H-33 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 175.600), will be 
considered as meeting the requirements of this section. However, tanks 
must not be fabricated from any material not listed in Table 
182.440(a)(1) without approval by the Commandant under paragraph (a)(3) 
of this section.

0
326. Revise Sec.  182.445(f) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.445  Fill and sounding pipes for fuel tanks.

* * * * *
    (f) A vessel of not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet), carrying not 
more than

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12 passengers, with a gasoline fuel system built in accordance with 
ABYC H-24 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600), or 33 CFR 
183, subpart J, or with a diesel fuel system built in accordance with 
ABYC H-33 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600), will be 
considered as meeting the requirements of this section.
* * * * *

0
327. Revise Sec.  182.450(f) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.450  Vent pipes for fuel tanks.

* * * * *
    (f) A vessel of not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length, 
carrying not more than 12 passengers, with fuel gasoline tank vents 
built in accordance with ABYC H-24 (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 175.600), or 33 CFR 183, subpart J, or with diesel fuel tank vents 
built in accordance with ABYC H-33 (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 175.600), will be considered as meeting the requirements of this 
section.
* * * * *

0
328. Revise Sec.  182.455(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.455  Fuel piping.

* * * * *
    (c) Alternative procedures. A vessel of not more than 19.8 meters 
(65 feet), carrying no more than 12 passengers, with machinery powered 
by gasoline and a fuel system built in accordance with ABYC H-24 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600), or 33 CFR 183, subpart 
J, or with machinery powered by diesel fuel and a fuel system built in 
accordance with ABYC H-33 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
175.600), will be considered as meeting the requirements of this 
section.

0
329. Revise Sec.  182.458(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.458  Portable fuel systems.

* * * * *
    (b) The design, construction, and stowage of portable tanks and 
related fuel lines and accessories must meet the requirements of ABYC 
H-25 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) or other standard 
specified by the Commandant.

0
330. Revise Sec.  182.460(m) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.460  Ventilation of spaces containing machinery powered by, 
or fuel tanks for, gasoline.

* * * * *
    (m) A vessel of not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length, 
carrying not more than 12 passengers, with ventilation installations in 
accordance with ABYC H-2 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
175.600) or 33 CFR 183, subpart K, ``Ventilation,'' will be considered 
as meeting the requirements of this section.

0
331. Revise Sec.  182.465(i) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.465  Ventilation of spaces containing diesel machinery.

* * * * *
    (i) A vessel of not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length, 
carrying not more than 12 passengers, with ventilation installations in 
accordance with ABYC H-32 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
175.600) will be considered as meeting the requirements of this 
section.

0
332. Revise Sec.  182.470(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.470  Ventilation of spaces containing diesel fuel tanks.

* * * * *
    (c) A vessel of not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length, 
carrying not more than 12 passengers, with ventilation installations in 
accordance with ABYC H-32 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
175.600) will be considered as meeting the requirements of this 
section.

0
333. Revise Sec.  182.480(a) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.480  Flammable vapor detection systems.

    (a) A flammable vapor detection system required by Sec.  182.410(c) 
must meet UL 1110 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) or be 
approved by an independent laboratory.
* * * * *

0
334. Revise Sec.  182.500(b) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.500  General.

* * * * *
    (b) A vessel of not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length, 
carrying not more than 12 passengers, may meet the requirements of ABYC 
H-22 or the requirements in ISO 8846 and ISO 8849 (all three standards 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600), instead of those of 
this subpart, provided that each watertight compartment forward of the 
collision bulkhead is provided with a means for dewatering.
* * * * *

0
335. Revise Sec.  182.520(e)(1) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.520  Bilge pumps.

* * * * *
    (e) * * *
    (1) The pump is listed by an independent laboratory as meeting the 
requirements in UL 1113 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
175.600);
* * * * *

0
336. Revise Sec.  182.710(c)(2) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.710  Piping for vital systems.

* * * * *
    (c) * * *
    (2) If subject to a pressure of more than 1,034 kPa (150 psig), be 
designed, fabricated, and inspected in accordance with the principles 
of ANSI B 31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) or other 
standard specified by the Commandant.

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337. In Sec.  182.720, revise the introductory paragraph of paragraph 
(e) and paragraph (e)(1) to read as follows:


Sec.  182.720  Nonmetallic piping materials.

* * * * *
    (e) Where flexible nonmetallic hose is permitted for use in piping 
systems by this section, it must meet SAE J-1942 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) or be specifically approved by the 
Commandant. The following restrictions apply:
    (1) Flexible nonmetallic hose must be complete with factory-
assembled end fittings requiring no further adjustment of the fittings 
on the hose, or field attachable type fittings may be used. Hose end 
fittings must comply with SAE J-1475 (incorporated by reference; see 46 
CFR 175.600). Field attachable fittings must be installed following the 
manufacturer's recommended practice. If special equipment is required, 
such as crimping machines, it must be of the type and design specified 
by the manufacturer. If field attachable type fittings are used, each 
hose assembly must be individually hydrostatically tested to twice the 
maximum operating pressure of the system;
* * * * *

PART 183--ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

0
338. The authority citation for part 183 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 
1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 
0170.1.


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339. Add new Sec.  183.230 to read as follows:


Sec.  183.230  Temperature ratings.

    Temperature ratings of electrical equipment must meet the 
requirements of 46 CFR 111.01-15.

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340. Revise Sec.  183.320(d) and (e) to read as follows:

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Sec.  183.320  Generators and motors.

* * * * *
    (d) Each generator must have a nameplate attached to it containing 
the information required by Article 445 of NFPA 70 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 175.600), and for a generator derated in 
accordance with paragraph (b)(2) of this section, the derated capacity.
    (e) Each motor must have a nameplate attached to it containing the 
information required by Article 430 of NFPA 70, and for a motor derated 
in accordance with paragraph (b)(2) of this section, the derated 
capacity.
* * * * *

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341. In Sec.  183.340, revise paragraphs (b)(4), (d)(1), (i) 
introductory text, and (o) to read as follows:


Sec.  183.340  Cable and wiring requirements.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (4) Be installed with metal supports spaced not more than 610 
millimeters (24 inches) apart, and in such a manner as to avoid chafing 
and other damage. The use of plastic tie wraps must be limited to 
bundling or retention of multiple cable installations, and not used as 
a means of support, except that on vessels of not more than 19.8 meters 
(65 feet) in length, installations in accordance with paragraph 14.h of 
ABYC E-8 and paragraph 15.h of ABYC E-9 (both incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) are acceptable as meeting the 
requirements of this section;
* * * * *
    (d) * * *
    (1) Meet Section 310-13 of NFPA 70 (incorporated by reference; see 
46 CFR 175.600) except that asbestos insulated cable and dry location 
cables may not be used;
* * * * *
    (i) Each pressure type wire connector and lug must meet UL 486A 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) or other standard 
specified by the Commandant. The use of twist-on type wire nuts is 
permitted under the following conditions:
* * * * *
    (o) Ampacities of wires must meet Section 310-15 of NFPA 70 or 
other standard specified by the Commandant. Ampacities of cable must 
meet table A6 of IEEE 45-1977 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
175.600) or other standard specified by the Commandant.
* * * * *

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342. Revise Sec.  183.360(b)(3) to read as follows:


Sec.  183.360  Semiconductor rectifier systems.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (3) Meet Sections 35.84.2 and 35.84.4 of the ABS Steel Vessel Rules 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) or other standard 
specified by the Commandant.

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343. Revise Sec.  183.372(c) to read as follows:


Sec.  183.372  Equipment and conductor grounding.

* * * * *
    (c) Equipment grounding conductors must be sized in accordance with 
Section 250-96 of NFPA 70 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 
175.600), or other standard specified by the Commandant.
* * * * *

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344. Revise the introductory paragraph of Sec.  183.380(m) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  183.380  Overcurrent protection.

* * * * *
    (m) Each circuit breaker must meet UL 489 (incorporated by 
reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) or other standard specified by the 
Commandant, and be of the manually reset type designed for:
* * * * *

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345. Revise Sec.  183.410(d) to read as follows:


Sec.  183.410  Lighting fixtures.

* * * * *
    (d) An exterior lighting fixture in an electrical system operating 
at more than 50 volts must comply with the requirements of UL 595 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) or other standard 
specified by the Commandant. A lighting fixture in an accommodation 
space, radio room, galley or similar interior space may comply with UL 
1570, UL 1571, UL 1572, UL 1573, or UL 1574 (all five standards 
incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) as long as the general 
marine requirements of UL 595 are satisfied.

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346. Revise Sec.  183.540 to read as follows:


Sec.  183.540  Elevators.

    Each elevator on a vessel must meet the requirements of ANSI A 17.1 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) or other standard 
specified by the Commandant.

PART 185--OPERATIONS

0
347. The authority citation for part 185 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 6101; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 
3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security 
Delegation No. 0170.1.


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348. In Sec.  185.604 revise paragraphs (f), (h), and (i) to read as 
follows:


Sec.  185.604  Lifesaving equipment markings.

* * * * *
    (f) The number and identification of the items stowed inside, and 
their sizes, must be marked in clearly legible letters and numbers on 
each container for life jackets and immersion suits. Identification of 
the items may be in words, or the appropriate symbols in IMO Resolution 
A.760(18) (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600). Letters and 
numbers must be at least 50 millimeters (2 inches) high. Symbols must 
be at least 100 mm (4 inches) square.
* * * * *
    (h) Each life jacket must be marked with Type I retroreflective 
material approved in 46 CFR 164.018 or other standard specified by the 
Commandant. The arrangement of the retroreflective material applied 
after March 11, 1996, must be as specified by IMO Resolution A.658(16) 
(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600).
    (i) Each rescue boat and ring life buoy must be marked with Type II 
retroreflective material approved in accordance with 46 CFR 164.018 or 
other standard specified by the Commandant. The arrangement of the 
retroreflective material applied after March 11, 1996, must be as 
specified by IMO Resolution A.658(16).

    Dated: September 22, 2008.
J.G. Lantz,
Acting Assistant Commandant for Marine Safety, Security, and 
Stewardship, U.S. Coast Guard.
[FR Doc. E8-22723 Filed 10-30-08; 8:45 am]

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