(a) The number of manholes in the inner bottom of a double bottom required by § 171.105 must be reduced to the minimum required for adequate access.
(b) Each manhole must have a cover that can be—
(1) Made watertight; and
(2) Protected from damage by cargo or coal.
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
source: CGD 79-023, 48 FR 51017, Nov. 4, 1983, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 46 CFR 171.108