33 CFR 142.87 - Guarding of deck openings.

Regulations last checked for updates: May 04, 2025

Title 33 - Navigation and Navigable Waters last revised: Apr 29, 2025

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§ 142.87 - Guarding of deck openings.

Openings in decks accessible to personnel must be covered, guarded, or otherwise made inaccessible when not in use. The manner of blockage shall prevent a person's foot or body from inadvertently passing through the opening.

authority: 43 U.S.C 1333(d)(1), 1347(c), 1348(c); 49 CFR 1.46(z)

source: CGD 79-077, 51 FR 25059, July 10, 1986, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 33 CFR 142.87