§ 173.005 — Specific Applicability

This subpart applies to each vessel that—

(a) Is equipped to lift cargo or other objects; and

(b) Has a maximum heeling moment due to hook load greater than or equal to—

(0.67)(W)(GM)(F/B) in meter-metric tons (foot-long tons), where—

W = displacement of the vessel with the hook load included in metric (long) tons.

GM = metacentric height with hook load included in meters (feet).

F = freeboard to the deck edge amidships in meters (feet).

B = beam in meters (feet).