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Code of Federal Regulations Title 46. Shipping § 46.140.805 Towing safety

Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

Prior to getting underway, and giving due consideration to the prevailing and expected conditions of the trip or voyage, the officer in charge of the navigational watch for a towing vessel must ensure that:

(a) The barges, vessels, or objects making up the tow are properly configured and secured;

(b) Equipment, cargo, and industrial components on board the tow are properly secured and made ready for transit;

(c) The towing vessel is safely and securely made up to the tow;  and

(d) The towing vessel has appropriate horsepower or bollard pull and is capable of safely maneuvering the tow.

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