46 C.F.R. § 133.170

Current through October 31, 2024
Section 133.170 - Line-throwing appliance
(a)General. Each OSV must have a line-throwing appliance that is approved under approval series 160.031 or 160.040.
(b)Stowage. The line-throwing appliance and its equipment must be readily accessible for use.
(c)Additional equipment. Each OSV must carry the following equipment for the line-throwing appliance:
(1) The equipment on the list provided by the manufacturer with the approved appliance.
(2) An auxiliary line that-
(i) For an appliance approved under approval series 160.040, is at least 450 meters (1,500 feet) long;
(ii) For an appliance approved under approval series 160.031, is at least 150 meters (500 feet) long;
(iii) Has a breaking strength of at least 40 kiloNewtons (9,000 pounds-force); and
(iv) Is, if synthetic, a dark color or certified by the manufacturer to be resistant to deterioration from ultraviolet light.

46 C.F.R. § 133.170