46 CFR 144.820

§ 144.820 Guards in dangerous places.

United States · 46 CFR — Shipping · Status: effective

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Citation: 46 CFR 144.820, § 144.820 Guards in dangerous places, United States, version 1 as recorded 2026-07-09, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/228320
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An exposed hazard such as gears and rotating machinery, must be protected by a cover, guard or rail. This is not meant to restrict access to towing equipment such as winches, drums, towing gear or steering compartment equipment necessary for the operation of the vessel.

Legislative history

This is a federal regulation, adopted through agency rulemaking under the Administrative Procedure Act — not enacted by a recorded vote of Congress.