Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 11, 2026

Title 46 - Shipping last revised: Jan 15, 2026
§ 64.45 - Securing devices.

An MPT or its framework must have sufficient number of positive action securing devices, including hooks, lugs, or padeyes, to attach the unit to the vessel so that—

(a) The stress does not exceed the standard contained in § 64.15; and

(b) Additional lashing is not needed.

authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306,3703; 49 U.S.C. App. 1804; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 00170.1, Revision No. 01.3
source: CGD 73-172, 39 FR 22950, June 25, 1974, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 46 CFR 64.45