Each marking required by § 183.23 must be-
(a) Capable of withstanding the combined effects of exposure to water, oil, salt spray, direct sunlight, heat, cold, and wear expected in normal operation of the boat, without loss of legibility; and
(b) Resistant to efforts to remove or alter the information without leaving some obvious sign of such efforts.
[CGD 78-034, 45 FR 2030, Jan. 10, 1980]
authority: 46 U.S.C. 4302; Pub. L. 103-206, 107 Stat. 2439; and Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1, para. II, (92)(b). Subpart E is also authorized by Pub. L. 114-120, 130 Stat. 27
source: CGD 72-61R, 37 FR 15782, Aug. 4, 1972, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 33 CFR 183.27