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Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Individuals, who are not crewmembers, on board a towing vessel must receive a safety orientation prior to getting underway or as soon as practicable thereafter, to include:
(a) The location, operation, and use of lifesaving equipment;
(b) Emergency procedures;
(c) Methods to notify crewmembers in the event of an emergency; and
(d) Prevention of falls overboard.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 46. Shipping § 46.140.415 Orientation for individuals that are not crewmembers - last updated January 02, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-46-shipping/cfr-sect-46-140-415/
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