U.S. Code of Federal Regulations
Regulations most recently checked for updates: Aug 27, 2025
The operator must arrange survival craft so that they meet the requirements of 46 CFR 108.525 (a) and § 108.530 and so that they—
(a) Are readily accessible in an emergency;
(b) Are accessible for inspection, maintenance, and testing;
(c) Are in locations clear of overboard discharge piping or openings, and obstructions below; and
(d) Are located so that survival craft with an aggregate capacity to accommodate 100% of the total number of persons authorized to be berthed are readily accessible from the personnel berthing area.
