33 CFR 156.320 - Maximum operating conditions.

Regulations last checked for updates: Oct 18, 2024

Title 33 - Navigation and Navigable Waters last revised: Oct 16, 2024

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§ 156.320 - Maximum operating conditions.

Unless otherwise specified, the maximum operating conditions in this section apply to tank vessels operating within the lightering zones designated in this subpart.

(a) A tank vessel shall not attempt to moor alongside another vessel when either of the following conditions exist:

(1) The wind velocity is 56 km/hr (30 knots) or more; or

(2) The wave height is 3 meters (10 feet) or more.

(b) Cargo transfer operations shall cease and transfer hoses shall be drained when—

(1) The wind velocity exceeds 82 km/hr (44 knots); or

(2) Wave heights exceed 5 meters (16 feet).

authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(j); 46 U.S.C. 3703,3703a,3715,70011,70034; E.O. 11735, 3 CFR 1971-1975 Comp., p. 793; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 00170.1, Revision No. 01.2

cite as: 33 CFR 156.320