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Code of Federal Regulations Title 33. Navigation and Navigable Waters § 33.157.45 Valves in cargo or ballast piping system

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When a tank vessel is at sea and the tanks contain oil, valves and closing devices in the cargo or ballast piping system or in the transfer system must be kept closed except they may be opened for cargo or ballast transfer to trim the vessel.

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