🚢New Policy on Night Watch Monitoring Devices for Small Vessels
Policy Letter for Night Watch Monitoring Devices on Small Passenger Vessels, Interim Rule Clarification
Summary
The Coast Guard announces the availability of Office of Engineering and Design Standards (CG-ENG) Policy Letter 02-25, titled "Watch Monitoring Devices on Small Passenger Vessels, Interim Rule Clarification." The policy letter describes how the U.S. Coast Guard will enforce the night watch monitoring device requirements added by the Fire Safety of Small Passenger Vessels interim rule.
Agencies
- Homeland Security Department
- Coast Guard
Business Impact
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The regulatory text outlines compliance requirements for small passenger vessels regarding night watch monitoring devices and consequences derived from the Elijah E. Cummings Coast Guard Authorization Act. Businesses associated with maritime operations must adhere to these regulations, impacting operational practices and potential costs related to compliance.