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Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) Every vessel shall have cargo booms secured in a manner that affords maximum visibility from the wheelhouse.
(b) Cargo or containers carried, forward or aft, on deck shall be stowed in a manner that:
(1) Affords an unrestricted view from the wheelhouse for the purpose of navigation; and
(2) Does not interfere with mooring equipment.
(c) Seaway Traffic Control Center shall be notified of the height of deck cargo prior to transiting the Seaway or when departing from a Port or Wharf within the Seaway.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 33. Navigation and Navigable Waters § 33.401.32 Cargo booms—deck cargo - last updated January 02, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-33-navigation-and-navigable-waters/cfr-sect-33-401-32/
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