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Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) Each portable tank, other than an MPT, on board a vessel to which this part applies must be one of the following:
(1) An IM 101, IM 102, IMO Type 1, IMO Type 2, or UN portable tank authorized for its contents in accordance with 49 CFR 172.101, Hazardous Materials Table, Columns 7 and 8C.
(2) A portable tank authorized by PHMSA's AAHMS under a special permit or Competent Authority Approval issued in accordance with 49 CFR part 107, subpart H.
(i) According to the terms of the special permit or Competent Authority Approval, equivalent to an IM 101, IM 102, IMO Type 1, IMO Type 2, or UN portable tank.
(ii) Authorized for its contents under the terms of the special permit or by written acknowledgment from the AAHMS.
(b) Each IM 101, IM 102, or UN portable tank must be tested and inspected in accordance with 49 CFR part 180, subpart G and follow specifications in accordance with 49 CFR 178.275(c).
(c) Each IMO Type 1 or IMO Type 2 portable tank must be tested and inspected in accordance with Sections 6.7.2 through 6.7.2.20.3 of the IMDG Code (incorporated by reference, see § 98.30–2).
(d) Each portable tank authorized under a special permit or Competent Authority Approval from PHMSA’s AAHMS must be inspected, tested, maintained, and used in accordance with the terms of that special permit or Competent Authority Approval.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 46. Shipping § 46.98.30–5 Vessels carrying portable tanks other than MPTs - last updated January 02, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-46-shipping/cfr-sect-46-98-30-5/
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