Towing & Ship-Assist · Subchapter M — Health & Safety
Subchapter M requires that a towing vessel have procedures and equipment addressing:
- ACrew safety and health, including fall protection, PPE, and safe working practices on deck✓ Correct
- BOnly navigation
- CCargo sales
- DPassenger entertainment
Explanation
The subchapter addresses operational safety — guarding, PPE, fall/overboard prevention, machinery and electrical safety, and firefighting/lifesaving equipment — in addition to structure, machinery, and the management system.
Authority: 46 CFR Subchapter M, Parts 140-143
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