1-3-114. CG-270, RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR MARINE ENGINEERING INSTALLATIONS CONTRACTED FOR PRIOR TO JULY 1, 1935

1-3-114A. Description

This publication contains requirements covering boilers, pressure vessels, and appurtenances which were contracted for or installed on merchant vessels prior to July 1, 1935, which are subject to Title 52 of the Revised Statutes and acts amendatory thereof or supplemental thereto. The rules and regulations in this pamphlet are copied from 46 CFR Parts 66 to 69, inclusive (Subchapter G). The regulations applicable to installations contracted for or built on or after July 1, 1935, are contained in another pamphlet CG-115, "Marine Engineering Regulations and Material Specifications."

1-3-114B. Issuance and Distribution

This publication is for official use and for free distribution to the public.

1-3-120. CG-293, MISCELLANEOUS

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

1-3-120A. Description

This pamphlet contains a list of miscellaneous electrical equipment, arranged by subjects, and found satisfactory for marine use. It has been prepared primarily for the information of shipbuilders, Naval architects, and other persons affected by or interested in the use of electrical equipment on board inspected vessels. This pamphlet contains a list of items that have been investigated by the Coast Guard and found to comply with the applicable requirements in CG-259, "Electrical Engineering Regulations.'

1-3-120B. Issuance and Distribution This pamphlet was issued with Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular No. 1-54. This pamphlet is loose-leaf and amendment sheets will be issued from time to time so that the listings can be brought up to date. Announcements of amendments will be made in Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circulars.

1-4-1. MERCHANT MARINE SAFETY

The Coast Guard superintends certain navigation and vessel inspection laws which apply to the commercial marine, merchant seamen, or pleasure boating. The Congressional intent for these laws is "the promotion of safety." The administration of these laws is to urge and encourage through corrective rather than punitive means. In this respect, it is necessary to realize that the Coast Guard has "general superintendence" over the merchant marine. You should give information and suggestions when requested. However, it should be kept in mind that often many alternative solutions are permitted with respect to equipping and maintenance of merchant vessels. In performing these duties it is important that the attitude, manner, and actions of each person assigned should be gentlemanly and courteous. You are a representative of the Coast Guard dealing with the public. Your actions should be such as will reflect favorably upon the Coast Guard and strengthen its good will.

1-4-3. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MERCHANT MARINE SAFETY AND PUBLIC INFORMATION

The Public Information Officer has been designated as the person to release information to the public.. The instructions in this part are supplemental to those in "Public Information Manual," CG-247, and pertain only to merchant marine safety activities. Whenever any newsworthy event pertaining to merchant marine safety occurs, the Public Information Officer should be informed and given all available information.

1-4-5. INFORMATION FOR THE MARITIME INDUSTRY

Where important changes in the rules and regulations have been made, particularly those involving changes in policy, etc., the OCMI's shall acquaint such members of the maritime industry in their respective districts with these changes as they deem should be notified. Those notified should include such persons and organizations as the: Maritime Exchange (if any).

United States Maritime Administration.

Associations of shipowners.

Associations of ships' officers, engi

neers, and unlicensed men (particularly where the changes in the regulations affect the licensing and certificating of seamen).

Hydrographic Office.

Custom House (for posting on the bulletin board).

1-4-10. SAFETY TALKS

It is suggested that marine inspectors take advantage of every opportunity to disseminate information regarding safety practices that may be followed on merchant vessels. Safety talks to the crews of merchant vessels are effective in having recommended safety practices understood and followed.

1-4-20. VESSEL NOT READY FOR

INSPECTION

Where an inspection has been requested by the owner or agent of a vessel and where the vessel is found not to be in readiness for such inspection, a courteous but clear letter shall be written to

the owner or agent referring to his request for inspection and stating in what manner the vessel was not ready at the time stipulated.

1-4-50. RIGHT OF APPEAL AND PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED

The right of appeal and procedures to be followed depend in part upon circum

stances and the statutes under which the question arises. This general right of appeal to any person is granted by 46 CFR 2.01-70 except in the administration of certain navigation and vessel inspection laws where specific or special rights of appeals and procedures have been provided. Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular No. 1-55 describes in general terms this right of appeal.

1-5-1. SCOPE OF INSTRUCTIONS

The instructions in this part pertain to the enforcement of merchant marine safety activities only. The procedures described in this part and instructions apply only when assessments of fines and penalties (or criminal prosecution) is contemplated. The violations may be noted by (a) actual inspection of a vessel or equipment at request of owner to determine if minimum requirements of law or regulations have been met; (b) boarding vessels to determine if requirements of law or regulations have been met; (c) conducting examinations to determine if persons have qualifications prescribed by law or regulations; or (d) checking of persons or vessels to determine if licenses, documents, or certificates required by law are carried. The scope of activities performed by merchant marine safety is described in 1-1-30. The instructions regarding investigative and law enforcement matters not pertaining to merchant marine safety are described generally in "Law Enforcement Text," CG-6T, and have been excluded from this Manual.

1-5-3. RESPONSIBILITY FOR

DETECTING AND REPORTING
VIOLATIONS OF LAW

The marine inspector, boarding officer, and the officer in charge, marine inspection, have primary responsibility for detecting and reporting of violations of navigation and vessel inspection laws, rules, and regulations. These reports shall be made to the district commander (m). These officers also have a secondary responsibility for the enforcement of other laws not pertaining to merchant marine safety administered by the Coast

Guard and should report such violations noted to the Intelligence Division (o). In this respect a Coast Guard officer has a dual capacity.

1-5-5. RESPONSIBILITY FOR INITIATING ACTION

The marine inspection officer (Chief, Merchant Vessel Inspection Division in the case of Headquarters) is primarily responsible for recommendations as to the policy and administrative aspects of the determination of the action to be taken by the Coast Guard, including the reaching of a judgment as to the guilt of the alleged offender, and the mitigation and remission of penalties incurred under the navigation and vessel inspection laws. The district legal officer (Chief Counsel in the case of Headquarters) is primarily responsible for. advising the marine inspection officer (Chief, Merchant Vessel Inspection Division in the case of Headquarters) as to the legal aspects of the case and to render interpretations of statutes and regulations upon request.

1-5-7. ROLES OF MARINE INSPECTION OFFICER AND DISTRICT LEGAL OFFICER

The enforcement procedures described in this part will often require either consultation or review by the marine inspection officer and the legal officer. In the case of Headquarters the Chief, Merchant Vessel Inspection Division, and the Chief Counsel perform similar roles. The district legal officer (Chief Counsel at Headquarters) shall review all reports to the United States Attorney or Attorney General, respectively, which are prepared by the marine inspection officer