46 C.F.R. § 153.409

Current through October 31, 2024

Section 153.409 - High level alarms

When Table 1 refers to this section or requires a cargo to have a closed gauging system, the cargo's containment system must have a high level alarm:

(a) That gives an audible and visual alarm before the tank fills to 97 percent of its capacity;

(b) That can be seen and heard where cargo transfer is controlled and on the open deck;

(c) Whose operation can be checked prior to each loading; and

(d) That must be marked as described in § 153.408(c)(6) with the legend "HIGH LEVEL ALARM."

46 C.F.R. §153.409

CGD 78-128, 47 FR 21209, May 17, 1982; 47 FR 27293, June 24, 1982