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Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
When Table 1 refers to this section or requires a cargo to have a closed gauging system, the cargo's containment system must have a high level alarm:
(a) That gives an audible and visual alarm before the tank fills to 97 percent of its capacity;
(b) That can be seen and heard where cargo transfer is controlled and on the open deck;
(c) Whose operation can be checked prior to each loading; and
(d) That must be marked as described in § 153.408(c) (6) with the legend “HIGH LEVEL ALARM.”
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 46. Shipping § 46.153.409 High level alarms - last updated January 02, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-46-shipping/cfr-sect-46-153-409/
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