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Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) The owner or operator of an OSV shall make the vessel available for inspection by a marine inspector—
(1) Each time an accident occurs, or a defect is discovered that affects—
(i) The safety of the vessel; or
(ii) The effectiveness or completeness of its lifesaving, fire-fighting, or other equipment; or
(2) Whenever any important repairs or renewals are made.
(b) The inspection is to ensure that—
(1) The necessary repairs or renewals have been effectively made;
(2) The material and workmanship used to accomplish the repairs or renewals are satisfactory; and
(3) The OSV complies with the regulations in this subchapter.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 46. Shipping § 46.126.110 Inspection after accident - last updated January 02, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-46-shipping/cfr-sect-46-126-110/
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