(a) Classification society class rules will only be accepted as equivalent to Coast Guard regulatory standards when that classification society has received authorization to conduct a related delegated function.
(b) A recognized classification society may not conduct any delegated function under this title until it receives a separate written authorization from the Commandant to conduct that specific function.
source: CGD 95-010, 62 FR 67532, Dec. 24, 1997, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 46 CFR 8.250