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Current as of October 02, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
A vessel of more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length carrying more than 600 passengers or with overnight accommodations for more than 49 passengers must have:
(a) Two generator sets;
(b) An electrical power system that complies with the requirements of §§ 111.10–4, 111.10–5, and 111.10–9, in subchapter J of this chapter;
(c) A final emergency power source, as defined by § 112.01–20 in subchapter J of this chapter, with sufficient capacity to power the loads listed in § 112.15–5 in subchapter J of this chapter for three hours; and
(d) The final emergency power source located outside the machinery space.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 46. Shipping § 46.120.312 Power sources on vessels of more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length carrying more than 600 passengers or with overnight accommodations for more than 49 passengers - last updated October 02, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-46-shipping/cfr-sect-46-120-312/
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