Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 169.642 — Vital Systems
46 C.F.R. § 169.642
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For the purpose of this part, the following are considered vital systems—
(a) A marine engineering system identified by the OCMI as being crucial to the survival of the vessel or to the protection of the personnel on board; and
(b) On vessels greater than 120 feet in length—
(1) Bilge system;
(2) Ballast system;
(3) Fire protection system;
(4) Fuel oil system; and
(5) Steering and steering control system.
Authorizing Statute
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Oil and hazardous substance liability33 U.S.C. § 1321
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Regulations46 U.S.C. § 3306