Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 131.720 — Use
46 C.F.R. § 131.720
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(a) An approved buoyant work vest is an item of safety apparel and may be carried aboard for wear by a crew member when working near or over the water.
(b) The vest may not count towards the vessel's complement of lifejackets.
(c) The vest may not be worn instead of a lifejacket during a drill.
Authorizing Statute
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Regulations46 U.S.C. § 3306
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Oil and hazardous substance liability33 U.S.C. § 1321