(b) All extinguishers installed after August 22, 2016, must meet the applicable requirements in 175.305 through 175.320. (3) If the outer seal or seals (which indicate tampering or use when broken) are not intact, the boarding officer or marine inspector will inspect such extinguishers to see that the frangible disc in the neck of the container is intact; and, if such disc is not intact, the container must be serviced. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Includes initial monthly payment and selected options. 08/01/2022, 248 These revisions did not affect the conclusions or estimates made by the RA. Some comments dealt with economic issues or with the regulatory analysis of the rulemaking; we discuss these comments in this section. We do not quantify the cost savings because we do not have information on the number of fire extinguishers per vessel or how many recreational vessel owners have complied with the current NFPA 10 requirements; as a result, we leave this as an unquantified cost savings. 81 FR 48219, July 22, 2016 (effective August 22, 2016). [18] on FederalRegister.gov This alternative would not amend the current CFR and may cause confusion depending on the nature of implementation. [14] Where fire extinguishing equipment in this subpart is required to be of an approved type, such equipment must be approved as provided in 46 CFR chapter I, subchapter Q. www.uscgboating.org. Recreational vessels 65 feet or less in length. Accordingly, OMB has not reviewed it. This final rule proposes 20 changes to the fire extinguishing equipment regulations in 33 CFR part 175, subpart E, and 46 CFR part 25, subpart 25.30. FLASHLIGHT, STOPWATCH, PENCIL SHARPENER, ANEMOMETER, SEARCH PATERN SLIDE RULE. However, the 2016 exemption still requires new extinguishers to meet the new requirements. It would impose no new costs. Also shown here are the available tubular swim platform, aft guard rails, and tow rope line spool. Under this standard, logged inspections are not required, but the owner or operator must ensure all fire extinguishers are readily accessible and in good and serviceable condition. For recreational vessel owners and operators, there is a cost savings of 12 minutes per fire extinguisher per year on board each recreational vessel. A recreational vessel built before model year 1953 must meet the applicable number and general type of equipment provisions of 175.305 through 175.320. This repetition of headings to form internal navigation links https://www.uscgboating.org/assets/1/AssetManager/2013RecBoatingStats.pdf NFPA 10 lists requirements to ensure that portable fire extinguishers will work as intended to provide a first line of defense against fires of limited size. 84 FR 20827, May 13, 2019. No substantive requirements result from this change. By moving from a prescriptive requirement to a performance standard, this rule maintains safety preparedness standards while allowing recreational vessel owners and operators to meet the safety requirements in the way best suited for each owner/operator. Federal Register. Based on a thorough search of State regulations, the Coast Guard found no evidence of the States, the District of Columbia, or territories changing regulations as a result of the Fire Protection rule. Many recreational boats are not in use for the full 12 months of the year so a monthly inspection only would take place perhaps 6 or 8 times a year. We note that the monthly inspection requirement of NFPA 10 does not provide exceptions for when a boat is not in use; however, 12 minutes is an estimated average and we recognize that some people may spend more time and some people may spend less time on these requirements (see also our response in the In 1.08-1, revise paragraph (a)(8) to read as follows: (8) 46 CFR subpart 25.30, Fire Extinguishing Equipment and 33 CFR part 175, subpart E, Fire Protection Equipment; 3. Start Printed Page 58572. The predominant fire hazards for recreational vessels come from fuel and fuel vapors, which are Class B hazards. About the Federal Register (f) Semi-portable extinguishers must be fitted with a suitable hose and nozzle, or other practicable means, so that all portions of the space concerned may be covered. Magnetic or true bearings between charted objects, Charted traffic separation scheme bearings, Description of vessels trickling from departure to present, Electric powered fuel pump>Fuel Filter/Seperator>Low Pressure Pump>Low pressure Fuel Filter/seperator>High pressure pump>High Pressure Fuel Filter>Fuel Injectors, Tab 2- RPMs, voltage, hours, fuel burn rate, Indicator light will illuminate and buzzer will sound. documents in the last year, 108 No cost. To view documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in the docket, go to And we believe the final rule's requirement for good and serviceable condition would address safety concerns. The authority citation for part 1, subpart 1.08, continues to read as follows: Authority: The Coast Guard's alternative good and serviceable standard, as provided for in this rule in 33 CFR 175.310, maintains safety preparedness standards while reducing prescriptive burdens on recreational vessel owners and operators. The most immediately apparent advancement in Metal Sharks Defiant pilothouse design is the use of pillarless glass to substantially enhance visibility. Amendment made to align definitions with those is 46 USC. The vessel may be equipped with an open-bow configuration with the bow cockpit easily accessed through a large sliding companionway door in the pilothouse. COXN shall have approval from TACON or MSST CO (MSST XO or OPS is unable to contact CO). a 601-612, we have considered whether this rule would have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. [15] NFPA 10 sections 7.2.4 and 7.3.3. 19. This estimate comports with estimates found in OMB collections: 2105-0529, 1625-0079 and 1625-0063 as adjusted for complexity of the task. Exist when there are is knowledge of a situation that may need to be monitored or have more information gathered but does not require dispatching resources. 24. The Coast Guard reviewed available data to determine if any governmental entity was complying with the requirements. Cost Savings Portable fire extinguishers and semi-portable fire extinguishing systems. The primary cost savings of this rule will be from alleviating the regulatory burden placed on the recreational vessel community by the Fire Protection rule, which prescribes compliance with the NFPA 10 inspection, maintenance, and recordkeeping requirements for portable fire extinguishers; this rule replaces the current prescriptive requirements with a performance standard. While every effort has been made to ensure that To learn more about the 29 Defiant fireboat click here. The NPRM utilized the Recreational Boating Statistics 2016, table 37, which are available at: 4302. According to the Boating Accident Report Database, between 2008 and 2017 only three such injuries occurred, and no injuries are known to have been caused directly by equipment failure. (2) If the weight of the container is Purpose, Basis, and Regulatory History, A. Extinguishers with larger numerical ratings or multiple letter designations. 1. We received few comments regarding the RA or economic issues. ounce less than that stamped on the container, it must be serviced. ANCHOR LINE 1 1/2" 150' TOWLINE 1 1/2" 150', SCREWPIN SHACKLE 3/8 2-5 1/2" FENDERS3/8" 10' LINE 2 MOORING LINES 2" 30' 2-BUNGEE CORDS 10". daily Federal Register on FederalRegister.gov will remain an unofficial The Coast Guard did not select this alternative because it maintains an unnecessary regulatory burden. Voluntary consensus standards are technical standards (for example, specifications of materials, performance, design, or operation; test methods; sampling procedures; and related management systems practices) that are developed or adopted by voluntary consensus standards bodies. 46 CFR 25.30-10(h); 46 CFR 72.05-1(b). The authority citation for part 175 continues to read as follows: Authority: (c) Recreational vessels constructed prior to November 19, 1952, will be deemed built before model year 1953 and must meet the requirements of 33 CFR 175.390. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. Used when there is an equal probability that the search object could be anywhere in the search area. In the early 1800's, Congress was reluctant to address "marine safety" issues with regard to the steamboat industry. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! This rule does not contain any different requirements for state-registered vessels and Coast Guard-documented recreational vessels. Over the past 50 years, since the Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971 established the current Coast Guard fire extinguisher carriage requirements, we have found no data showing the current fire extinguisher requirements for recreational boating are insufficient. developer tools pages. This reorganization will not alter regulatory requirements for commercial vessels, but will separate recreational vessels from them. Phone: +1 337-364-0777. The final rule establishes performance requirements to ensure the equipment is available in appropriate condition. (1) A recreational vessel 65 feet or less in length must carry at least the minimum number of portable fire extinguishers set forth in table 1 to 175.320(a)(1). rendition of the daily Federal Register on FederalRegister.gov does not Rechargeable portable units of this size tend to be special purpose extinguishers such as carbon dioxide or clean agent extinguishers commonly used in areas such as server rooms, not on recreational boats, and come at a significantly higher price. Each OCMI may be contacted for information concerning approved equipment. This change will result in cost savings in the form of time savings to recreational vessel owners of 12 minutes per year per fire extinguisher on recreational vessels, plus travel time when the vessel is not in use. apply to all the affected populations carrying portable and semi-portable fire extinguishers listed in Table 4, including recreational vessel. The NFPA is a private, not-for-profit organization. This rule does not use technical standards. To improve visibility they have 360 degree visibility, for comfort they have an ergonomic design and shock mitigating seats, and for safety and protection they are equipped with ballistic protection to provide the crew small arms protection. However, this would remove fire equipment applicability for motorized recreational vessels owners. We have analyzed this rule under Executive Order 13211 (Actions Concerning Regulations That Significantly Affect Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use). One commenter expressed concern that the proposal would eliminate a standard for maintaining fixed fire extinguishing systems on recreational vessels. edition of the Federal Register. 4. on Learn more. https://www.regulations.gov,, This site displays a prototype of a Web 2.0 version of the daily Both the good and serviceable standard and the NFPA 10 requirements (monthly visual inspection, annual maintenance, and recordkeeping) exist to achieve the same result, namely that portable and semi-portable fire extinguishers be in working condition in the event of a fire. Within the Coast Guard's development of the final rule, we considered alternatives to determine if any of them could accomplish the stated objectives. Changing or not allowing this exemption would result in a burden for the recreational boater community. Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. In any configuration, the 29 Defiant delivers quick acceleration, nimble handling, and a soft smooth ride. We disagree with the assertion that title 33 of the CFR is relatively unmonitored. 1 4306, a State or political subdivision of a State may not establish, continue in effect, or enforce a law or regulation establishing a recreational vessel or associated equipment performance or other safety standard, or impose a requirement for associated equipment unless: (1) The standard is identical to a Coast Guard regulation prescribed under 46 U.S.C. [9] $=.Vn85 6o'%Y@4m@Z@HV|. This is a 12 minute reduction per fire extinguisher. 0170.1(II)(92)(b). 21st Century U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Manuals: Marine Safety Manuals, All Volumes including Ports and Waterways, Investigations, Inspection, Environment, Technical (CD-ROM). Commenter USCG-2018-0099-0015 also wrote, Perhaps the requirement for recordkeeping should be excused but the multiple use of the word burden in the Federal Registers Request for Comment is not at all appropriate when it comes to the fire protection preparations for a recreational boat owner. This rulemaking does not make changes to those requirements. The preservation of life in the aftermath of a marine incident was carried out by federal search and rescue forces; the protection aspect (before-the-fact) was handled by federal agencies involved with maritime law enforcement and aids to navigation. 3. are not part of the published document itself. For instructions on locating the docket, see the One commenter stated that there was inadequate public awareness of best fire safety practices in the recreational boating community. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has not designated this rule a significant regulatory action under section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866. documents in the last year, 50 An aircraft, ship or other craft or persons onboard are having difficulty and may need assistance, but are not in immediate danger. Start Printed Page 58563 Our news and educational discs are privately compiled collections of official public domain U.S. government files and documents - they are not produced by the federal government. (a) In response to the comments on the NPRM, we have expanded the regulatory text to explain what good and serviceable means. Each document posted on the site includes a link to the Additionally, this rule eliminates regulatory burdens from the NFPA 10 recordkeeping requirements, resulting in an estimated 12 minutes of time savings per recreational vessel owner per fire extinguisher, plus travel time when the vessel was not in use. 2. Therefore, we did not consider the use of voluntary consensus standards. on 01.2, paragraphs (II) (77), (92)(a), and 92(b). documents in the last year, by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Executive Orders 12866 (Regulatory Planning and Review) and 13563 (Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review) direct agencies to assess the costs and benefits of available regulatory alternatives and, if regulation is necessary, to select regulatory approaches that maximize net benefits (including potential economic, environmental, public health and safety effects, distributive impacts, and equity). Closed compartment under thwarts and seats wherein portable fuel tanks may be stored. (4) Be maintained in good and serviceable working condition, meaning: (i) If the extinguisher has a pressure gauge reading or indicator it must be in the operable range or position; (iii) The discharge nozzle is clean and free of obstruction; and. The Coast Guard will not retaliate against small entities that question or complain about this rule or any policy or action of the Coast Guard. 08/01/2022, 209 The USCG Boating Accident Report Database (BARD) (out of the 1,175 fire/explosion related incidents over the 5-year period 2015-2019, for which cause was known, 68 percent (n=799) of them were fuel-related). Keeping the requirement for inspections without a requirement to record them does not yield greater safety to vessel owners or the public. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and portable - everything you need to know, from the federal sources you trust. the current document as it appeared on Public Inspection on for the 2016 Fire Protection rule's RA to estimate the affected population. 08/01/2022, 321 The documents posted on this site are XML renditions of published Federal 29 Defiant patrol boats are in service with over a dozen militaries across the Americas, Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, and the Middle East. In the regulatory analysis accompanying the Fire Protection rule, we stated that we did not anticipate recreational vessel owners would incur any additional costs due to these provisions. The Coast Guard received 14 comments on the NPRM. Advanced search and indexing features are built into our reproduction, providing a complete full-text index. Created in 1805 by Sir Francis Beaufort. Try again. In 175.3, add in alphabetic order a definition for Model year to read as follows: Model year The Coast Guard is limiting the applicability of this new subpart to recreational vessels, as defined in 33 CFR 175.3, which are propelled or controlled by propulsion machinery. Metal Shark is a leading designer and builder of custom vessels for commercial, defense, and law enforcement applications worldwide. 4302(a)(2) to prescribe regulations requiring the installation, carrying, or use of firefighting equipment and prohibiting the installation, carrying, or use of equipment that does not conform to the safety standards established under section 4302. Find out more. Closed stowage compartments in which combustible or flammable materials are stowed. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. 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Table 2Summary of Impacts of the Final Rule, The affected population consists of recreational vessels subject to the NFPA 10 requirements under the current 46 CFR part 25, subpart 25.30 and the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and 5 territories. that agencies use to create their documents. [10] from 33 agencies. For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends 33 CFR parts 1 and 175 and 46 CFR part 25 as follows: 1. 08/01/2022, 170 ADDRESSES This final rule uses the most recent published Recreational Boating Statistics 2019, table 37, which is available at: https://www.transportation.gov/office-policy/transportation-policy/revised-departmental-guidance-valuation-travel-time-economic. Instead of applying the NFPA 10 requirements, we are requiring that portable fire extinguishers be maintained in good and serviceable condition. We changed Recreational vessels to A recreational vessel and amended the sentence structure accordingly where necessary in 33 CFR 175.320(a)(1), 33 CFR 175.320(b)(1), and 33 CFR 175.390. Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. [21] The revised rule does not set a frequency at which vessel owners or operators must inspect fire extinguishers. documents in the last year, 263 We estimate the savings to recreational boaters will stem from eliminating a recordkeeping burden. Table 1 to 175.320( Register (ACFR) issues a regulation granting it official legal status. This alternative would create a new Coast Guard policy based on NBSAC's recommendation to end the applicability of NFPA 10 to motorized recreational vessels and outline fire extinguishing equipment standards. Its radar mast quickly folds down into the aft cockpit to achieve trailerable clearance. We dont share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we dont sell your information to others. The Response boat - Small II, also known as RB-S II, is a small vessel in service in the US Coast Guard. contains an express preemption provision for recreational vessel safety standards. We note that the monthly inspection requirement of NFPA 10 does not provide exceptions for when a boat is not in use, and, as a result, current regulations require 12 minutes per year of recordkeeping, plus travel time when the boat is not otherwise in use. Figure 2 to 175.320(a)(2) illustrates conditions, identified by table 3 to 175.320(a)(2), that do not, in themselves, require that fire extinguishers be carried. A listing of current and formerly approved equipment and materials may be found on the internet at: This comment is outside the scope of this rulemaking. Counts are subject to sampling, reprocessing and revision (up or down) throughout the day. Until the ACFR grants it official status, the XML better and aid in comparing the online edition to the print edition. The Coast Guard published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) in the Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. documents in the last year, 81 They also must maintain records of their compliance by placing an initial in a logbook as confirmation of a visual inspection. Under consolidation, attention is better focused on preventing marine casualties and incidents through appropriate legislation and regulations, coordinated field efforts to implement requirements, and education of the maritime public. publication in the future. Other USCG-specified features include economical 225-HP Honda outboards, a custom cabin arrangement with special shock-mitigating seats, port steering, lightweight quick-access interior panels, elimination of foam-filled hull, and more. If you are using public inspection listings for legal research, you Amendment is made to align the rulemaking with its intended non-prescriptive goal-based objective instead of the prescriptive regimen of NFPA 10 compliance. We describe the costs, cost savings, and qualitative benefits of these in table 3. (2) Figure 1 to 175.320(a)(2) illustrates the conditions, identified by table 2 to 175.320(a)(2), under which fire extinguishers are required to be carried on board. : USCG decision makers have consistently praised Metal Shark for its quality, flexibility, and ability to maintain schedule, recommending Metal Shark for similar requirements in the future. The NPRM solicited comments and provided a 60-day comment period that ended on July 12, 2019. The Coast Guard's primary concern is ensuring the safety of the boating public while the vessel is in use. As a result, we did not quantify the value of time saved by this rule. The removal of NFPA 10's application to recreational vessels through this final rule will neither impose nor remove maintenance standards for fixed fire extinguishing systems. The Secretary of Homeland Security has delegated this authority to the Coast Guard by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Delegation No. 2021-22578 Filed 10-21-21; 8:45 am], updated on 4:15 PM on Monday, August 1, 2022, updated on 8:45 AM on Monday, August 1, 2022, 78 documents 1 14. ), Table 3 to 175.320( No impact. documents in the last year, 12 ). documents in the last year, by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (d) The use of dry chemical stored pressure fire extinguishers not fitted with pressure gauges or indicating devices, manufactured prior to January 1, 1965, is permitted on board recreational vessels if such extinguishers are maintained in good and serviceable condition. This change aligns the language used in the new subpart E with the terminology already used in, Adding new language to clarify acronyms and update cross-references to, Authority delegations (Government agencies). The Coast Guard disagrees because the NFPA requirements have the boat owner perform monthly inspections even when the vessel is not in use. Start Printed Page 58561. A closed-bow version with v-berth is also available (both versions shown). 2 Those that degrade the effectiveness to perform one or more missions. In order to clarify the phrase good and serviceable, we added that the fire extinguisher lock pin must firmly be in place, the discharge nozzle be clean and free of obstruction, the extinguisher must not show signs of significant corrosion or damage and the portable fire extinguisher must be readily accessible. The other requirements in 46 CFR part 25 (such as life preservers, navigation lights, and ventilation) are not being changed. Non-rechargeable or disposable portable units are intended for use by the public and are the primary type of fire extinguisher on recreational vessels. Inspecting an important piece of marine safety gear is not a burden for a prudent boat owner/operator. The Coast Guard uses the term of art burden as defined in the Paperwork Reduction Act. Double bottoms not sealed to the hull or which are not completely filled with flotation material. This popular and proven global platform continues to gain popularity thanks to its highly versatile and practical layout, ride and handling, and proven durability. RBSinfo@uscg.mil. The Coast Guard is modifying the fire extinguishing equipment requirements added to 33 CFR part 175, subpart E to remove the requirement for recreational vessels to comply with NFPA 10. However, we have updated the analysis with a more current estimate of the affected population.