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Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
While on board a vessel inspected, or subject to inspection, under Chapter 33 of Title 46 United States Code, a crewmember (including an officer), pilot, or watchstander not a regular member of the crew:
(a) Shall not perform or attempt to perform any scheduled duties within four hours of consuming any alcohol;
(b) Shall not be intoxicated at any time;
(c) Shall not consume any intoxicant while on watch or duty; and
(d) May consume a legal non-prescription or prescription drug provided the drug does not cause the individual to be intoxicated.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 33. Navigation and Navigable Waters § 33.95.045 General operating rules for vessels inspected, or subject to inspection, under Chapter 33 of Title 46 United States Code - last updated January 02, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-33-navigation-and-navigable-waters/cfr-sect-33-95-045/
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