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46 CFR 199.271: Lifebuoys.
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 46—Shipping
- CHAPTER I—COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
- SUBCHAPTER W—LIFESAVING APPLIANCES AND ARRANGEMENTS
- PART 199—LIFESAVING SYSTEMS FOR CERTAIN INSPECTED VESSELS
- Subpart D—Additional Requirements for Cargo Vessels
Each cargo vessel must carry the number of lifebuoys prescribed in table 199.271 of this section.
Table 199.271—Requirements for Lifebuoys on Cargo Vessels
Length of vessel in meters (feet) Minimum number of lifebuoys
Under 100 (328) 8
100 (328) and under 150 (492) 10
150 (492) and under 200 (656) 12
200 (656) and over 14
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