46 CFR 8.505 - Scope and applicability.

Regulations last checked for updates: May 19, 2024

Title 46 - Shipping last revised: May 14, 2024

View all text of Subpart E [§ 8.500 - § 8.570]

§ 8.505 - Scope and applicability.

(a) This subpart applies to U.S. documented or registered vessels that have a valid COI.

(b) A vessel enrolled in the SIP will be inspected in accordance with its approved Vessel Action Plan (VAP).

(c) The SIP includes all inspections required to renew and maintain a valid COI. The SIP does not include dry-dock examinations, unscheduled inspections related to vessel casualties, equipment repair or replacement, or vessel modifications. Those inspections will be conducted in accordance with the subparts applicable to the vessel.

authority: 33 U.S.C. 1903,1904,3803; 46 U.S.C. 3103,3306,3316,3703,and; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1 and Aug. 8, 2011 Delegation of Authority, Anti-Fouling Systems

source: CGD 95-010, 62 FR 67532, Dec. 24, 1997, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 46 CFR 8.505