Towing & Ship-Assist · Subchapter M — Marine Casualty Reporting
A reportable marine casualty involving a Subchapter M towing vessel must be reported to the Coast Guard under:
- A46 CFR Part 4, in addition to any company TSMS internal reporting✓ Correct
- BNo regulation — towing vessels are exempt
- COnly the vessel's logbook
- DThe local police department
Explanation
Marine casualty notification and reporting requirements of 46 CFR Part 4 (groundings, collisions, injuries, property damage thresholds, loss of life, etc.) apply to towing vessels. A TSMS will also require internal reporting and corrective action, but that does not replace the Part 4 obligation to the Coast Guard.
Authority: 46 CFR Part 4; Subchapter M
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